Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.26
Average Regular Unleaded — York, Pennsylvania
Current Gas Prices in York
Gas prices in York, Pennsylvania average $$3.26 per gallon today for regular unleaded — $0.29 below the Pennsylvania average the Pennsylvania statewide average of $$3.55. Competition among York's fuel stations creates real savings opportunities.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.26
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.77
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$4.07
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.41
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
York Average
$3.26
Regular Unleaded
Pennsylvania State Average
$3.55
$0.29 below the Pennsylvania average
National Average
$3.99
$0.73 below the national average
About Gas Prices in York
Gas prices in York 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.
Gas price spikes in York are typically triggered by regional supply disruptions, pipeline outages, refinery maintenance, seasonal blend transitions, and global crude oil price increases. Holiday demand surges around Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day also push prices up temporarily.
Premium gas in York 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 York 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 York average of $$3.26 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 York. Prices rise Thursday through Sunday as weekend driving demand increases. Filling up Tuesday afternoon before price adjustments is a reliable strategy.