Gas Prices in California Today

Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data

$4.76

Average regular unleaded — California

Today's California Gas Prices

Drivers in California are paying $$4.76 per gallon for regular unleaded today — above ($0.77) the US national average of ${natAvg}. California's West location and access to {supplyNote} help define local fuel costs.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$4.7687 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$5.5089 octane▲ Rising
Premium$5.9591-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$6.44N/A▲ Rising

Gas Prices Across California Cities

Los Angeles$4.70San Diego$4.51San Jose$4.76San Francisco$4.43Fresno$4.65Sacramento$4.49Long Beach$4.68Oakland$4.78Bakersfield$4.48Anaheim$4.47Santa Ana$4.64Riverside$4.57Stockton$4.57Irvine$4.65Chula Vista$4.53Fremont$4.71San Bernardino$4.55Modesto$4.55Fontana$4.75Oxnard$4.72

About California Fuel Markets

California charges 67 cents per gallon in state fuel taxes. The West state relies on regional fuel infrastructure for supply.

Fuel Type Prices in This City

Regular Unleaded
87 octane
Premium Gasoline
91-93 octane
Diesel Fuel
N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gas stations in California typically update prices once per day, usually in the morning. The key is the day of the week — Monday and Tuesday before mid-morning updates typically reflect the weekly low price.
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The current average price for regular unleaded in California is $$4.76 per gallon. Mid-grade averages $$5.50 and premium runs $$5.95. Diesel is $$6.44 per gallon. Prices vary by city and brand by 10-25 cents per gallon across the state.
California's gas prices reflect its state fuel tax of 67 cents per gallon state fuel tax of 67 cents per gallon and its West location. {supplyNote} also plays a significant role in what California drivers pay at the pump.
Gas prices within California typically vary 10-20 cents across cities. Urban areas with intense station competition often have better prices than rural regions with fewer options. Warehouse clubs in any major California city consistently offer the best prices statewide.

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