Gas prices moved upward in Cape Girardeau, Perry and Scott counties late last week as ongoing recession fears impact the cost of oil -- making it more expensive to fill the tank, analysts said.

The average price of gas Saturday, Nov. 5, in Perry County was $3.53; Cape Girardeau County, $3.54; and Scott County, $3.55, according to AAA.

Gas price ranges by city (per GasBuddy)

• Cape Girardeau: $3.39 to $3.59
• Jackson: $3.39 to $3.59
• Scott City: $3.43 to $3.59
• Perryville: $3.44 to $3.59

AAA said the U.S. average was $3.79 on Saturday, up from $3.76 one week ago.

In Missouri, the average statewide pump price was recorded at $3.37.

Gas was less expensive in neighboring Arkansas and Tennessee on Saturday, with the average price noted at $3.24 and $3.28, respectively.

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