Gas Prices Continue to Drop Across the Area

ALTON - As COVID-19 spreads the gas prices continue to drop. The prices have between 19 and 30 cents since March 20.

According to AAA, the national gas prices average right now is $1.98 a gallon. Last year at this time the average was $2.69 a gallon.

Here locally the prices vary. The Circle K at 716 West St Louis Avenue in East Alton is $1.98 along with the Casey’s on Broadway in Alton is also $1.97. The QT on Godfrey Road was $2.03.

The Illinois gas average is $2.01 a gallon while Missouri is $1.72. Experts have said the price of gas will continue to drop.

Across the river in Missouri, the gas is cheaper. The Phillips 66 across the Alton bridge is $1.79.

COVID-19 has caused countries to be in lockdown, limiting driving, flying and overall movement in order to contain the spread. This means very little need or demand for oil, GasBuddy said.

More like this:

Davidsmeyer: Illinois House Republicans Propose Major Property Tax Reform

May 8, 2026

With Gas Prices Soaring, Rep. Davidsmeyer Backs Sales Tax Relief at the Pumps

Apr 10, 2026

Duckworth, Durbin Say $70 Billion For ICE Could Instead Fund Healthcare, Lower Costs For Illinoisans

3 days ago

Governor JB Pritzker’s Clean and Equitable Jobs Act Lowers Energy Bills for Illinoisans

Apr 15, 2026

Illinois State Fire Marshal Urges Grilling Safety and Fire Prevention Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

May 23, 2026