Average cost per gallon of midgrade gas falls in ZIP Code 50265 during week ending March 16

The average cost of midgrade gas in ZIP Code 50265 decreased to $3.35 in the week ending March 16, down from $3.39 in the previous week, according to GasBuddy.com.

The average cost per gallon of midgrade gas at a ZIP Code 50265 gas stations in the last four weeks was $3.32.

Of the 12 gas stations in ZIP Code 50265, just one offers midgrade gas.

According to the USPS, West Des Moines is the primary area with addresses in ZIP Code 50265.

Across Iowa, the average price per gallon of midgrade gas in the state rose to $3.56 per gallon, compared to $3.42 in the previous week.

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. An outlook published in late 2023 suggests that gas rates will continue to fall in 2024.

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.

Station	Address	Regular Gas	Premium Gas	Midgrade Gas	E15	Diesel
Kum & Go	1293 8th St	$2.95	$3.70	$3.35	$2.80	$3.69
Kum & Go	745 S 51st St	$2.95	$3.70	-	-	-
Casey's	105 Grand Ave	$2.95	$3.80	-	-	$3.69
Casey's	2125 Grand Ave	$2.95	-	-	-	-
Casey's	1088th St	$2.95	-	-	-	-
Hy-Vee	665 S 51st St	-	$3.94	-	-	-
Kum & Go	220 50th St	$2.95	$3.70	-	$2.80	$3.81