Gas prices trending downward in Champaign County

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — There is good news for drivers filling up their gas tanks. Gas prices have dropped in Champaign County, according to GasBuddy, and it could be the trend for a while.

In the last week, prices at 79 county gas stations have dropped an average of seven cents per gallon, now standing at $3.53. That’s also seven cents cheaper than the average price a month ago and 27 cents less than this time last year.

“With more confidence every day, it appears the spring top is in: average gas prices have started to cool off in many areas. For now, few Americans need to worry that gas prices are going to skyrocket; the risk appears to be behind us, with relief coming in the weeks ahead,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “While the latter half of the summer could potentially see hurricane-related issues, I do sense we’ve hit the top for now, and Americans should be optimistic that this summer will be very similar to last year, in line with our early 2024 expectations and likely not featuring record gasoline prices. I’m quite excited the seasonal rise in gas prices appears to be over.”

GasBuddy’s data found that the cheapest gas in Champaign County sells at $3.02 per gallon; the most expensive gas sells at $3.79 per gallon.

Across Illinois, the statewide average sits at $3.93 per gallon, with stations ranging from $2.99 per gallon to as high as $8.77 per gallon. The national average is sitting at $3.63 per gallon, down by two cents compared to last week.

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