Motorists Enjoy Nearly 50-Cent Savings Per Gallon Ahead of July 4 Travel
SOUTH BLOOMFIELD, OH – July 3, 2025 — As the nation sees a modest drop in gasoline prices for the first time in three weeks, drivers in South Bloomfield and Fairfield County are reaping even bigger savings at the pump. According to data from GasBuddy®, while the national average price of gas currently sits at $3.14 per gallon, some stations in these central Ohio communities are offering prices as low as $2.50 per gallon — a nearly 50-cent difference compared to surrounding counties.
This local pricing is well below the national average, which dropped 3.8 cents from last week, even though it’s still up 1.1 cents from a month ago. Prices remain 32.1 cents lower than a year ago, giving consumers some much-needed relief as summer travel ramps up.
Diesel prices, in contrast, saw a modest increase nationally, rising 2.7 cents to an average of $3.676 per gallon.
“Gas prices are easing thanks to lower tension in the Middle East, reversing the surge we saw just a few weeks ago,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “With the Fourth of July around the corner, prices are expected to fall even more — and we could see the lowest Independence Day average since 2021.”
While most drivers across southern Ohio are paying between $2.99 and $3.19, those lucky enough to fill up in Pickaway and Fairfield Counties are enjoying substantial savings. In fact, stations in South Bloomfield and parts of Fairfield County are consistently pricing gas around $2.50 per gallon, a striking contrast to prices found just a few miles away. Thats without loyalty discounts, one Sciotopost follower told us that he got gas this morning for 2.46 with his card membership.
Oil Markets Remain Volatile
The downward trend in gas prices is being fueled by a significant decline in oil prices. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was trading at $65.44 per barrel early Monday, down sharply from $73.78 the week prior. Brent crude followed suit, dropping to $67.74 per barrel from $76.86 last Monday.
Much of the shift stems from easing geopolitical concerns and shifting focus to U.S. trade policy. President Trump’s announcement halting trade talks with Canada over its proposed digital services tax briefly rattled markets before Canada paused the tax rollout, causing stocks to rebound.
For now, southern Ohio drivers — especially those in Pickaway and Fairfield Counties — are among the lucky few enjoying prices nearly unheard of this summer. With fuel averaging nearly $0.50 less per gallon than nearby areas, many motorists are making the short drive to fill up before heading out for Independence Day travel.
