AAA: Illinois Gas Prices Move Lower
CHICAGO, Ill., (September 25, 2023) — Illinois gas prices continue to decline with state average falling 6 cents per gallon since last week and 21 cents from a month ago today.
The state average today is $3.89 per gallon of regular gas, 28 cents less than this year's highest daily price of $4.17 per gallon (August 16).
"The end of the summer driving season has resulted in lower gasoline demand, so far in September," said Molly Hart, spokeswoman for AAA - The Auto Club Group. "This has enabled gas prices to move lower, even as the price of oil hovers at 2023 highs."
The U.S. price of crude set a new 2023 high of $91.48 per barrel on Monday, then settled at $90.03 by the end of the week. Meanwhile, gasoline futures dropped nearly 20 cents per gallon, which should allow retail prices to move lower this week.
|
Today |
Sunday |
Week Ago |
Month Ago |
One Year Ago |
|
|
National |
$3.849 |
$3.847 |
$3.881 |
$3.828 |
$3.714 |
|
Illinois |
$3.892 |
$3.898 |
$3.952 |
$4.100 |
$3.965 |
|
Chicago Metro |
$4.036 |
$4.045 |
$4.130 |
$4.375 |
$4.219 |
|
Chicago City |
$4.424 |
$4.426 |
$4.512 |
$4.632 |
$4.678 |
|
Bloomington |
$3.698 |
$3.700 |
$3.705 |
$3.848 |
$3.686 |
|
Champaign |
$3.722 |
$3.722 |
$3.735 |
$3.755 |
$3.645 |
|
Peoria |
$3.788 |
$3.790 |
$3.823 |
$3.967 |
$3.812 |
|
Rockford |
$3.875 |
$3.879 |
$3.918 |
$3.965 |
$3.934 |
|
Springfield |
$3.826 |
$3.833 |
$3.690 |
$3.873 |
$3.721 |
Click here to view current gasoline price averages.
Ways to Save on Gasoline
- Combine errands to limit driving time.
- Shop around for the best gas prices in your community.
- Pay with cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.
- Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds taken out of the vehicle improves fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
- Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduces fuel economy.
AAA Resources for Drivers
- Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell's Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon each additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information.
- Get a tune-up. Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained to optimize its fuel economy. Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair to find a certified repair shop.
- Find the lowest gas prices in your area by using the free AAA mobile app.
- Determine anticipated fuel costs for your trip by using the AAA's Gas Cost Calculator.
Drivers can find current gas prices using AAA.com/FuelFinder which allows consumers to compare gas prices at retailers by city or zip code.