Illinois gas prices drop slightly over the week

Posted on October 18, 2021
The national average is up almost three cents per gallon over the past week, averaging $3.30. (WJBC file photo)

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – Gas prices in Illinois are still high, averaging $3.41 a gallon, but prices are down about three cents over the past week.

According to GasBuddy, prices in the state are almost eight cents higher than a month ago and $1.25 more expensive compared to this time last year.

GasBuddy price reports show the cheapest station in the state is priced at $3.05 while the most expensive is $3.99.

The national average is up almost three cents per gallon over the past week, averaging $3.30.

“The national average closed the week by climbing to yet another fresh seven year high, as the price of oil continues to drag gas prices along for the wild ride, leaving motorists on empty,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy. “With OPEC holding back oil production and strong global oil demand, the situation will no doubt pave the road with even higher gas prices in the weeks ahead.”

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