In the week ending May 9, four gas stations in Amherst County sold diesel gas at the lowest reported price of $5.48 per gallon, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.
The county registered an average of $5.57 per gallon for diesel gas.
Of the 23 reported gas stations located within Amherst County, 10 offered diesel gas.
Across Virginia, the average reported price for a gallon of diesel gas fell to $5.60, compared to the week before.
According to an analysis by Time Magazine, fuel prices remain elevated and volatile as global oil markets react to geopolitical developments tied to the U.S. conflict with Iran, with supply concerns focused on potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. As of mid-April, the national average for gasoline remains above the $4-per-gallon mark, while diesel exceeds $5.60, reflecting recent swings driven by a temporary ceasefire and subsequent renewed escalation. Analysts say prices are likely to rise further in the near term as uncertainty persists and supply risks remain, with additional increases expected unless shipping flows through key transit routes are restored.
Gas price data reflects cash payments. Some stations may charge higher prices for credit card transactions due to processing fees, though such surcharges are prohibited in some states and territories.
Lowest Reported Diesel Gas Prices in Cities Associated With Amherst County in Week Ending May 9
Information in this article was obtained from GasBuddy. The source data can be found here.
