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March 18, 2022 - 7:02pm | By Ty Schonert
(Fargo, ND) -- The increase in gas prices are having a direct effect on transit systems in the Fargo Moorhead area.
MATBUS says they have seen a 19 percent increase in ridership over the past six weeks. They cite a similar scenario occurring during 2008, where they saw a 12 percent rise in ticket sales and ridership.
North Dakota gas prices have risen more than 60 cents compared to their averages a month ago. Regular gas prices in the state are sitting at $3.87 per gallon, with mid and premium prices costing close to 50 cents more per gallon.
You can look at gas price averages across North Dakota by clicking here.