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Elizabethtown Today
By the People, for the People
Gas Prices in West Kentucky Still Below $2.60 on Average
Prices up slightly but remain lower than national average
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Gas prices in West Central Kentucky have increased slightly this week, rising two cents to an average of $2.53 per gallon, according to AAA East Central. Prices in the region range from $2.42 in Bowling Green to $2.66 in Paducah, all below the national average of $2.90 per gallon.
Why it matters
Gas prices are an important economic indicator, reflecting supply, demand, and refinery operations. While prices have ticked up slightly in West Kentucky, they remain well below the national average, providing some relief for consumers in the region.
The details
The average gas price in West Kentucky is $2.53 per gallon, up two cents from the previous week. Prices range from $2.75 in Trigg County to $2.52 in Todd County. Regionally, prices are $2.42 in Bowling Green, $2.46 in Elizabethtown, $2.51 in Owensboro, $2.62 in Louisville, and $2.66 in Paducah. The national average price for regular unleaded is $2.90 per gallon, up three cents from the previous week.
- Gas prices in West Kentucky were reported on February 13, 2026.
The players
AAA East Central
A motor club and travel organization that provides data on gas prices and other automotive information.
The takeaway
While gas prices in West Kentucky have increased slightly, they remain well below the national average, providing some economic relief for consumers in the region. This highlights the regional variations in gas prices and the importance of monitoring local market conditions.
