Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$4.68
Regular Unleaded (87 octane) per gallon
About Regular Unleaded in Long Beach
At $$4.68 per gallon, regular gas in Long Beach, California is {comparison} the national average for 87-octane fuel. Most commuters and everyday drivers have no reason to buy anything other than regular.
Mixing grades is generally fine in practice — your engine's knock sensors will adjust timing accordingly. If your vehicle requires premium and you add some regular, no immediate damage occurs. Consistently running below the required octane in a performance engine is not recommended long-term.
{octaneInfo} Octane rating measures a fuel's resistance to premature ignition (knock). Standard regular is 87, mid-grade is 89-90, and premium is 91-93 in the United States.
Use GasBuddy and filter by fuel type to see current Regular Unleaded prices at stations near your location in Long Beach. Warehouse clubs and high-volume discount stations typically offer the best Regular Unleaded prices.
All Regular Unleaded sold in Long Beach must meet minimum federal standards. TOP TIER certified stations add extra detergency additives. Most major brands (Shell, Chevron, Costco, Wawa) are TOP TIER certified. Non-certified independents meet legal minimums only.