Week ending Dec. 7: Average diesel fuel price per gallon in ZIP Code 60491 down from previous week

The average cost of diesel fuel in ZIP Code 60491 decreased to $3.57 in the week ending Dec. 7, down from $3.82 in the previous week, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

In the last four weeks, the average reported price for diesel fuel at a ZIP Code 60491 gas station was $3.64.

In the week ending Dec. 7, the lowest reported price of diesel fuel in ZIP Code 60491 was $3.29.

Of the 11 reported gas stations in ZIP Code 60491, four offer diesel fuel.

According to the USPS, Homer Glen is the primary area with addresses in ZIP Code 60491.

Across Illinois, the average reported price per gallon of diesel fuel in the state fell to $3.57 per gallon, compared to $3.68 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.