Updated May 20, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$4.65
Average Regular Unleaded — Irvine, California
Current Gas Prices in Irvine
The average cost to fill up in Irvine, California is $$4.65 per gallon for regular gas right now. Compared to the national average, Irvine drivers are paying $0.16 above the national average, reflecting local market dynamics.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$4.65
87 octane
▼ Falling
Mid-Grade
$5.25
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$5.64
91-93 octane
▬ Stable
Diesel
$5.80
N/A
▼ Falling
Price Comparison
Irvine Average
$4.65
Regular Unleaded
California State Average
$4.76
$0.11 below the California average
National Average
$4.49
$0.16 above the national average
About Gas Prices in Irvine
The Irvine fuel market reflects California's broader pricing environment while adding local demand characteristics. With a growing population and rising commuter traffic, demand pressure in Irvine is steady. Warehouse club stations and discount brands regularly beat street prices by 10-20 cents per gallon.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
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The cheapest gas in Irvine is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Irvine.
Irvine's current average of $$4.65 compares to the California statewide average of $$4.76. Irvine is $0.11 below the California average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
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