NewsChannel 11 Measures Gas Prices Nationwide - KCBD NewsChannel 11 Lubbock

We knew it was coming and now it's happened. Americans are now paying record high gas prices.

The national average for regular unleaded gasoline is $2.05 a gallon. Here in Lubbock, gas is still a few cents shy of that record. We found gasoline ranging from a $1.95 to $1.99. Hawaii residents are paying the most right now at $2.44 a gallon.

14 Ways You Can Deal with Rising Gas Prices Prices at the pump are likely to keep soaring. But don't play helpless. Rebate cards, gas-finder services and even cleaning out the trunk can help you make the most of your miles.