Gas prices rise in Oregon; average now above
The average price for a gallon of gas in Oregon is above $5 a gallon for the first time since early August. After weeks of steady decline in prices...
The average price for a gallon of gas in Oregon is above $5 a gallon for the first time since early August. After weeks of steady decline in prices they are now heading in the opposite direction across the West Coast. In Eugene and Springfield, prices have risen nearly 41 cents in the last week, gas prices averaging $4.89 per gallon. AAA says the West Coast has a tight gas market, meaning we consume as much gas as produced. Oregon relies on gas from other states, and recent refinery issues are behind the increase.