Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.09
Average Regular Unleaded — Akron, Ohio
Current Gas Prices in Akron
Gas in Akron, Ohio is averaging $$3.09 per gallon as of {month} {year}. Whether you drive a truck, sedan, or SUV, finding the best Akron gas prices can save you hundreds annually.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.09
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.57
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$3.86
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.18
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Akron Average
$3.09
Regular Unleaded
Ohio State Average
$2.89
$0.20 above the Ohio average
National Average
$3.99
$0.90 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Akron
Akron's competitive fuel landscape includes stations from virtually every major brand. National chains operate alongside local independents, creating genuine price competition. Use GasBuddy or a similar app to see real-time Akron prices — the map view typically reveals clusters of low-priced stations that aren't obvious from the road.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
Premium gas in Akron is worth the extra cost only if your vehicle requires it. If your owner's manual says Required, always use premium. If it says Recommended, you may use regular with minimal performance loss. Never use regular in a vehicle that requires premium.
Costco offers the cheapest gas wherever it operates in the Akron area. Among street stations, Circle K, Speedway, and Wawa (in applicable markets) consistently offer below-average prices. Shell, Chevron, and BP typically price above the local average.
At today's Akron average of $$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 Akron. Prices rise Thursday through Sunday as weekend driving demand increases. Filling up Tuesday afternoon before price adjustments is a reliable strategy.
Akron 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.