Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.39
Average Regular Unleaded — Scranton, Pennsylvania
Current Gas Prices in Scranton
Gas prices in Scranton, Pennsylvania average $$3.39 per gallon today for regular unleaded — $0.16 below the Pennsylvania average the Pennsylvania statewide average of $$3.55. Competition among Scranton's fuel stations creates real savings opportunities.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.39
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.92
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$4.23
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.59
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Scranton Average
$3.39
Regular Unleaded
Pennsylvania State Average
$3.55
$0.16 below the Pennsylvania average
National Average
$3.99
$0.60 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Scranton
Gas prices in Scranton 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.
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Today's average gas price in Scranton is $$3.39 per gallon for regular unleaded. Premium is approximately ${premPrice} and diesel runs ${dslPrice}. Individual station prices vary by 15-25 cents across the metro area.
The cheapest gas in Scranton is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Scranton.
Scranton's current average of $$3.39 compares to the Pennsylvania statewide average of $$3.55. Scranton is $0.16 below the Pennsylvania average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Scranton 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.