Both gas stations in ZIP Code 60401 offered the same price for midgrade gas in week ending Dec. 14

There were two gas stations in ZIP Code 60401 selling midgrade gas at the lowest price of $3.69 per gallon in the week ending Dec. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

There are three reported gas stations in ZIP Code 60401.

According to the USPS, Beecher is the primary area with addresses in ZIP Code 60401.

The average reported price of midgrade gas in Illinois was $3.83 per gallon, compared to $3.74 the week before.

Gas prices in the U.S. have fluctuated greatly in recent times and many drivers are feeling the pain at the pump.

The cost of rising gas prices is made tougher on average U.S. families by rising inflation. Families had to pay nearly 8% more for average goods and food they needed.

Experts predict gasoline prices could drop below $3 this year before rebounding closer to $4 by year's end. GasBuddy forecasted a national average of $3.38 per gallon, down from $3.51.

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.

Data is accurate as of press time, but gas prices have been known to fluctuate on a daily, and even hourly, basis.