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How gas prices have changed in Hattiesburg in the last week
Columbus has the lowest regular gas price among Indiana metros at $3.52, while Lafayette tops the list at $4.16, AAA data show.
As of September 14, 2026, gas prices in New Bern, North Carolina, reached $3.97 per gallon, up $0.12 or 3.2% for the week, according to AAA data.
Current prices remain significantly below the historical high of $4.67 recorded on June 10, 2022, indicating market conditions are less severe than past extremes.
Diesel prices in the region reached $5.98 per gallon, nearing the historical high of $5.99 recorded on September 13, raising operational costs for freight transport.
New Bern's $3.97 price aligns exactly with the North Carolina state average for the period ending September 14, showing consistent regional pricing across the state.
Local drivers have faced a 43.2% year-over-year increase in fuel costs, representing a $1.20 rise since the previous year amid sustained market pressure.