A gas station in the Hudson Valley.
By Mr. Brown | November 10, 2026
The Daily Freeman reported Monday that gasoline prices fell throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley this week. The drop brings some relief to drivers who have watched costs climb over the past year. Prices at the pump, however, remain well above where they stood twelve months ago.
AAA data from November 9, 2026 put the national average for regular gasoline at $4.00 per gallon, down 16 cents from the previous Monday. New York State's average fell 9 cents for the week to $4.25 per gallon. That leaves state drivers paying 25 cents more per gallon than the national average.
The year-over-year gap is starker still. New York's average at this point last year was $3.11 per gallon, more than a dollar below what drivers pay today. AAA noted that pump prices, despite the recent decline, remain at record levels for this time of year. The organization credited falling crude oil costs for the dip. Prices have trended lower at stations across the region for nearly two weeks.
Prices Across the Region
Regional AAA figures from November 9 show varied prices across the surrounding area. Elmira posted the lowest average at $4.05 per gallon, down 9 cents for the week. Syracuse came in at $4.22, off 7 cents. Watertown fell 13 cents to reach $4.24. Batavia averaged $4.27, down 6 cents. Buffalo sat at $4.29, down 5 cents. Rochester was at $4.31, falling 4 cents for the week. Ithaca held the highest regional average at $4.33, down 6 cents.
Track Prices Near You
Drivers can find current local prices at gasprices.aaa.com or through the AAA Mobile App.
