Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.18
Average Regular Unleaded — Minneapolis, Minnesota
Current Gas Prices in Minneapolis
Gas in Minneapolis, Minnesota is averaging $$3.18 per gallon as of {month} {year}. Whether you drive a truck, sedan, or SUV, finding the best Minneapolis gas prices can save you hundreds annually.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.18
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.68
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$3.97
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.30
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Minneapolis Average
$3.18
Regular Unleaded
Minnesota State Average
$3.17
near the state average
National Average
$3.99
$0.81 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Minneapolis
Minneapolis's competitive fuel landscape includes stations from virtually every major brand. National chains operate alongside local independents, creating genuine price competition. Use GasBuddy or a similar app to see real-time Minneapolis prices — the map view typically reveals clusters of low-priced stations that aren't obvious from the road.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
Each gallon of gas in Minneapolis, Minnesota includes 18.4 cents in federal excise tax plus {tax} cents in Minnesota state fuel tax — a combined {totalTax} cents per gallon. On a 15-gallon fill-up, you pay ${taxTotal} in fuel taxes alone.
Today's average gas price in Minneapolis is $$3.18 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis.
Minneapolis's current average of $$3.18 compares to the Minnesota statewide average of $$3.17. Minneapolis is near the state average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Minneapolis 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.