Drivers in Letcher County see lowest premium gas at $4.59 in week ending May 2

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Lindsay S. See, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Lindsay S. See, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
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May 9, 2026
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The lowest reported price for premium gas in Letcher County was $4.59 per gallon during the week ending May 2, available at one gas station, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.

Premium gas prices averaged $4.64 per gallon in Letcher County.

There was only one reported gas station in Letcher County, according to GasBuddy customer submissions.

For comparison, the average price of premium gas in Kentucky was $4.99 per gallon for the week ending May 2, up from the previous week.

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 Premium Gas Prices in Cities Associated With Letcher County in Week Ending May 2

Information in this article was obtained from GasBuddy. The source data can be found here.

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City of WhitesburgU.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

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