Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.35
Average Regular Unleaded — Elizabeth, New Jersey
Current Gas Prices in Elizabeth
Gas prices in Elizabeth, New Jersey average $$3.35 per gallon today for regular unleaded — near the state average the New Jersey statewide average of $$3.36. Competition among Elizabeth's fuel stations creates real savings opportunities.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.35
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.87
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$4.18
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.53
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Elizabeth Average
$3.35
Regular Unleaded
New Jersey State Average
$3.36
near the state average
National Average
$3.99
$0.64 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Elizabeth
Gas prices in Elizabeth follow Northeast regional patterns with some local variation. Stations closest to residential neighborhoods tend to match rather than undercut market rates. Your best savings strategy: identify 2-3 consistently affordable stations along your regular commute and check them weekly.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
Today's average gas price in Elizabeth is $$3.35 per gallon for regular unleaded. Premium is approximately ${premPrice} and diesel runs ${dslPrice}. Individual station prices vary by 15-25 cents across the metro area.
The cheapest gas in Elizabeth is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Elizabeth.
Elizabeth's current average of $$3.35 compares to the New Jersey statewide average of $$3.36. Elizabeth is near the state average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Elizabeth 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.
Costco and Sam's Club fuel stations serve many major metropolitan areas and offer the lowest prices for members — typically 15-25 cents below local market. Membership costs $65-130/year but typically pays for itself in fuel savings alone for regular drivers.