Week ending Dec. 7: Average midgrade gas price per gallon in ZIP Code 60439 down from previous week

The average cost of midgrade gas in ZIP Code 60439 decreased to $3.79 in the week ending Dec. 7, down from $4.09 in the previous week, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

In the last four weeks, the average reported price for midgrade gas at a ZIP Code 60439 gas station was $3.85.

In the week ending Dec. 7, the lowest reported price of midgrade gas in ZIP Code 60439 was $3.69.

Of the four reported gas stations in ZIP Code 60439, two offer midgrade gas.

According to the USPS, Lemont is the primary area with addresses in ZIP Code 60439.

Across Illinois, the average reported price per gallon of midgrade gas in the state fell to $3.74 per gallon, compared to $3.88 in the previous week.

Drivers across the U.S. have faced a rollercoaster of gas prices in recent months and years. Though the cost of a gallon of gas is dropping, experts suggest they may rise to $4 before the end of 2024.

Many analysts blame the COVID-19 pandemic for crushing oil demand and then oil production and Russia's war against Ukraine.

Gas data refers to the price of gas when paid for by cash, not credit. Gas stations can charge drivers more for using credit cards due to surcharge fees. This is prohibited in 10 U.S. states.

While data is accurate as of press time, note that gas prices can fluctuate daily or even hourly.