Louisiana Gas Prices Drop Slightly; Here’s Where to Find the Cheapest Gas in SWLA (August 6th)

LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA - If you’re planning to hit the road this week, you may be happy to know gas prices have dropped slightly across Louisiana. While the savings aren’t huge, every few cents can make a difference when it’s time to fill up your tank.

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According to the latest data from AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Louisiana is now $3.64, down from $3.69 just one week ago. Even with the small drop, prices remain much higher than they were this time last year, when drivers were paying around $2.76 per gallon.

According to AAA, here in the Southwest Louisiana area, prices have remained fairly steady. The average cost for regular unleaded is $3.74 per gallon, while mid-grade averages $4.25, premium sits at $4.61, and diesel is averaging $4.96 per gallon.

Louisiana Average Gas Prices

• Regular: $3.64
• Mid-Grade: $4.10
• Premium: $4.49
• Diesel: $5.00

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Cheapest Gas Prices Around Lake Charles & SWLA (August 6th)

If you’re looking to save a few dollars, it pays to shop around. Some stations across Southwest Louisiana are offering gas for well below the local average.

1. Sam’s Club (Lake Charles) - $3.33
2. Murphy USA (2510 HWY 171 - Lake Charles) - $3.36
3. Murphy USA (527 N Cities Service HWY - Sulphur) - $3.38
4. Murphy USA (3425 Gerstner Memorial HWY - Lake Charles - $3.38
5. Murphy USA (3441 Nelson Rd - Lake Charles) - $3.39
6. Kroger (4860 Nelson Rd - Lake Charles) - $3.39
7. Chevron (801 Country Club Rd - Lake Charles) - $3.39
8. Chevron (3501 LA-14 - Lake Charles) - $3.39
9. Love’s Travel Stop (2024A West St - Vinton) - $3.42
10. E-Z Mart (1923 US-90 W - Vinton) - $3.42