Gas Prices in Lowell, MA Today

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

$3.09

Average Regular Unleaded — Lowell, Massachusetts

Current Gas Prices in Lowell

Gas in Lowell, Massachusetts is averaging $$3.09 per gallon as of {month} {year}. Whether you drive a truck, sedan, or SUV, finding the best Lowell gas prices can save you hundreds annually.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$3.0987 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.5789 octane▲ Rising
Premium$3.8691-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$4.18N/A▲ Rising

Price Comparison

Lowell Average
$3.09
Regular Unleaded
Massachusetts State Average
$3.10
near the state average
National Average
$3.99
$0.90 below the national average

About Gas Prices in Lowell

Lowell's competitive fuel landscape includes stations from virtually every major brand. National chains operate alongside local independents, creating genuine price competition. Use GasBuddy or a similar app to see real-time Lowell prices — the map view typically reveals clusters of low-priced stations that aren't obvious from the road.

Gas Prices by Brand in This City

Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.

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

Premium gas in Lowell is worth the extra cost only if your vehicle requires it. If your owner's manual says Required, always use premium. If it says Recommended, you may use regular with minimal performance loss. Never use regular in a vehicle that requires premium.
Costco offers the cheapest gas wherever it operates in the Lowell area. Among street stations, Circle K, Speedway, and Wawa (in applicable markets) consistently offer below-average prices. Shell, Chevron, and BP typically price above the local average.
At today's Lowell average of $$3.09 per gallon, a standard 13-gallon sedan tank costs ${fillCost} to fill. A larger 20-gallon SUV or truck tank runs ${truckFill}. Choosing the cheapest local station can save $3-5 on each fill-up.
Monday and Tuesday are statistically the cheapest days to buy gas in most US cities including Lowell. Prices rise Thursday through Sunday as weekend driving demand increases. Filling up Tuesday afternoon before price adjustments is a reliable strategy.
Lowell and surrounding cities typically track similar fuel prices given shared supply infrastructure. Differences of 5-15 cents between nearby cities are common depending on local tax differences and competition levels.

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