Fairfield County tops the state for gas prices

Fairfield County leads Connecticut when it comes to high gas prices, according to new data from AAA Northeast.

The weekly average price for the Greater Bridgeport/Stamford area is $2.58, above the statewide average of $2.50. The New London/Norwich area is averaging $2.49, while the New Haven/Meriden market averages $2.48.

On a national level, Connecticut is the 11th most expensive state for gas ”“ Hawaii and California top that pricey list at $3.06 and $2.98, respectively. South Carolina has the lowest prices, averaging $2.01.