Michigan’s average gas price up sharply from last week

DEARBORN, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Gas prices in Michigan are sharply higher over the past week.

AAA Michigan says the average price is up 11¢ a gallon to $3.56, 31 cents higher than last month and a penny more than last year.

Metro Detroit has the lowest price in the state at $3.48, and Lansing and Grand Rapids have the highest price at $3.63. A 15-gallon fill up costs on average $53 in Michigan.

Kalamazoo County’s average price is $3.64, with Van Buren County at $3.62, and Calhoun County at $3.60.