Just like fall temperatures, gas prices across Indiana and Illinois are dropping, with drivers paying less than they did a month ago.
Indiana drivers are paying on average $2.65, which is down nearly $.30 from a month ago and also $.06 lower than prices a year ago. The national average is $2.78.
Illinois drivers are paying on average $2.78 for an unleaded gallon of gasoline, a decrease from $2.94 a month ago, and up only $.08 from a year ago.
“Motorists are finally starting to see prices cool off after high prices this fall,” said Beth Mosher, director of public affairs for AAA. “But we could see gas prices start to increase again based on the November 5 Iran sanctions and effects from the mid-term elections.”
In October in Illinois, gas prices averaged $2.88, which was down $.02 from September and $.37 higher than the average a year ago. In October in northern Indiana, gas prices averaged $2.77 in October, which was down $.10 from September and $.34 higher than last year’s average.
Other October monthly averages across the region:
In Allen County, Ind., self-serve regular unleaded gasoline averaged $2.86, which was down $.07 from last month and $.41 higher than last year’s price-per-gallon.
In Lake County, Ind., self-serve regular unleaded gasoline averaged $2.77, which was down $.09 from last month and $.35 higher than last year.
In Porter County, Ind., self-serve regular unleaded gasoline averaged $2.78, which was $.11 lower than last month and $.32 higher than last year.
In St. Joseph County, Ind., self-serve regular unleaded gasoline averaged $2.77, which was $.10 lower than last month and $.37 higher compared to last year.
Motorists can find current gas prices along their route with the free AAA Mobile app for iPhone, iPad and Android. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance. Learn more at AAA.com/mobile.
