Gas Prices in North Carolina Today

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

$3.00

Average regular unleaded — North Carolina

Today's North Carolina Gas Prices

Gas prices in North Carolina currently average $$3.00 per gallon for regular unleaded, below ($0.99) the national average of ${natAvg}. Prices across North Carolina's cities and towns reflect the state's state fuel tax of 40 cents per gallon fuel tax and Southeast regional supply chain.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$3.0087 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.4789 octane▲ Rising
Premium$3.7591-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$4.06N/A▲ Rising

Gas Prices Across North Carolina Cities

Charlotte$3.05Raleigh$2.95Greensboro$3.05Durham$2.92Winston-Salem$2.92Fayetteville$3.03Cary$2.82Wilmington$2.89High Point$2.98Asheville$2.80

About North Carolina Fuel Markets

North Carolina charges 40 cents per gallon in state fuel taxes. The Southeast state relies on regional fuel infrastructure for supply.

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

Some states offer low-income energy assistance programs that help with fuel costs. Check with North Carolina's Department of Social Services or energy assistance office for current programs. Federal LIHEAP may also provide indirect relief.
Gas stations in North Carolina typically update prices once per day, usually in the morning. The key is the day of the week — Monday and Tuesday before mid-morning updates typically reflect the weekly low price.
Top strategies for North Carolina drivers: use GasBuddy to find the lowest price before every fill-up, join a warehouse club for consistent savings, use a gas rewards credit card for 3-5% back, fill up on weekdays (Monday-Tuesday), and maintain proper tire inflation to maximize your MPG.
The current average price for regular unleaded in North Carolina is $$3.00 per gallon. Mid-grade averages $$3.47 and premium runs $$3.75. Diesel is $$4.06 per gallon. Prices vary by city and brand by 10-25 cents per gallon across the state.
North Carolina's gas prices reflect its state fuel tax of 40 cents per gallon state fuel tax of 40 cents per gallon and its Southeast location. {supplyNote} also plays a significant role in what North Carolina drivers pay at the pump.

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