Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.21
Average Regular Unleaded — Mesa, Arizona
Current Gas Prices in Mesa
Motorists in Mesa are seeing $$3.21 per gallon at the pump today for regular gas. This is near the state average the Arizona state average, driven by local competition and Mesa's proximity to supply infrastructure.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.21
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.71
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$4.01
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.35
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Mesa Average
$3.21
Regular Unleaded
Arizona State Average
$3.19
near the state average
National Average
$3.99
$0.78 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Mesa
Mesa's position in Arizona gives it Southwest supply chain supply chain characteristics. Refinery-direct brands like Valero and wholesale retailers like Costco typically offer the strongest value in the area. Premium brands like Shell and Chevron charge a quality markup that may or may not be worth it depending on your vehicle.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
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Today's average gas price in Mesa is $$3.21 per gallon for regular unleaded. Premium is approximately ${premPrice} and diesel runs ${dslPrice}. Individual station prices vary by 15-25 cents across the metro area.
The cheapest gas in Mesa is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Mesa.
Mesa's current average of $$3.21 compares to the Arizona statewide average of $$3.19. Mesa is near the state average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Mesa typically update prices 1-3 times per week in response to wholesale market changes. Prices generally dip early in the week and rise Thursday-Sunday. Following weekly trends helps identify optimal fill-up windows.