As gasoline prices have climbed more than 30 cents a gallon during the past month, local drivers aren’t particularly pleased.

A random check of some motorists Tuesday morning found several of them having to change their shopping habits to balance rising fuel costs.

"I’m appalled at what’s going on" with rising gasoline prices, said Helen Mittleman of Gloucester Point. "I’m filling up more" to buffer against possible future price hikes.

"It’s not good for the economy," said Diane Coates of Hayes. She’s working two jobs to help cover higher costs of fuel and other commodities.

Eddie Glinsky, also of Hayes, said that the higher fuel costs affect his shopping habits. Instead of driving up to Walmart, he saves money by shopping at the Food Lion closer to his home.

Matthew Owens of Cappahosic said that higher gasoline prices means he has to raise costs on his landscaping and construction jobs—and turn down some out-of-the-area jobs becaus...