Average cost per gallon of regular gas rises in ZIP Code 41042 during week ending Dec. 14

The average cost of regular gas in ZIP Code 41042 increased to $2.97 in the week ending Dec. 14, up from $2.79 in the previous week, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

In the last four weeks, the average reported price for regular gas at a ZIP Code 41042 gas station was $2.92.

In the week ending Dec. 14, the lowest reported price of regular gas in ZIP Code 41042 was $2.93.

Of the 29 reported gas stations in ZIP Code 41042, nine offer regular gas.

According to the USPS, Florence is the primary area with addresses in ZIP Code 41042.

Across Kentucky, the average reported price per gallon of regular gas in the state rose to $2.76 per gallon, compared to $2.71 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.