Kentucky Among Top States Hit Hardest by Rising Gas Prices Due to Iran Conflict
A report by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy highlights Kentucky as one of the states most affected by rising gas prices, a consequence of the ongoing conflict in Iran. The report estimates that each driving-age person in Kentucky will spend an additional $47 per month on gas. This increase is higher than the national average of $34 and is surpassed only by Alabama, Mississippi, and Wyoming. The analysis, which uses data from AAA and the U.S. Department of Transportation, attributes the higher costs to Kentucky's commuting patterns, with many residents traveling long distances for work. As of mid-April, the average gas price in Kentucky was $3.96 per gallon, slightly below the national average. 
