Gas prices continue to rise in Providence, across the state

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE)- Gas prices are up to an average of $3.40 per gallon in Providence, according to a survey done by Gasbuddy.

That average is 19 cents per gallon higher than it was last month, $1.35 per gallon higher than a year ago.

According to Gasbuddy’s reports, the cheapest price in the city is $3.25 per gallon and the most expensive is $3.59 per gallon.

The cheapest price in the Ocean State is $3.15 per gallon, while the most expensive is $3.60 per gallon.