Gas Prices in Cary, NC Today

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

$2.82

Average Regular Unleaded — Cary, North Carolina

Current Gas Prices in Cary

Motorists in Cary are seeing $$2.82 per gallon at the pump today for regular gas. This is $0.18 below the North Carolina average the North Carolina state average, driven by local competition and Cary's proximity to supply infrastructure.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$2.8287 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.2689 octane▲ Rising
Premium$3.5291-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$3.82N/A▲ Rising

Price Comparison

Cary Average
$2.82
Regular Unleaded
North Carolina State Average
$3.00
$0.18 below the North Carolina average
National Average
$3.99
$1.17 below the national average

About Gas Prices in Cary

Cary's position in North Carolina gives it Southeast supply chain supply chain characteristics. Refinery-direct brands like Valero and wholesale retailers like Costco typically offer the strongest value in the area. Premium brands like Shell and Chevron charge a quality markup that may or may not be worth it depending on your vehicle.

Gas Prices by Brand in This City

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

CHEAPEST
Costco
$2.67
Speedway
$2.79
Circle K
$2.80
Sunoco
$2.83
Marathon
$2.84
BP
$2.86
Mobil
$2.87
Exxon
$2.88
Shell
$2.90
Chevron
$2.92

Fuel Type Prices in This City

Regular Unleaded
87 octane
Premium Gasoline
91-93 octane
Diesel Fuel
N/A

Gas Prices in Nearby Cities

Raleigh$2.95Durham$2.92Fayetteville$3.03Greensboro$3.05High Point$2.98Winston-Salem$2.92
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Frequently Asked Questions

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The cheapest gas in Cary 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 Cary.
Cary's current average of $$2.82 compares to the North Carolina statewide average of $$3.00. Cary is $0.18 below the North Carolina average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Cary 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.

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