Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.12
Average Regular Unleaded — Alexandria, Virginia
Current Gas Prices in Alexandria
Today in Alexandria, Virginia, regular gas is averaging $$3.12 per gallon. Prices across the metro vary by as much as 20-30 cents, so using a price comparison app before every fill-up pays off.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.12
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.61
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$3.90
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.22
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Alexandria Average
$3.12
Regular Unleaded
Virginia State Average
$3.12
near the state average
National Average
$3.99
$0.87 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Alexandria
Local Alexandria drivers have learned key strategies for minimizing fuel costs. Fill up on Mondays or Tuesdays when prices are typically at their weekly low. Avoid stations within a mile of highway exits — the convenience markup adds real cost. Loyalty apps from major brands can save 5-10 cents per gallon with minimal effort.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
Today's average gas price in Alexandria is $$3.12 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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria.
Alexandria's current average of $$3.12 compares to the Virginia statewide average of $$3.12. Alexandria is near the state average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Alexandria 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.
Costco and Sam's Club fuel stations serve many major metropolitan areas and offer the lowest prices for members — typically 15-25 cents below local market. Membership costs $65-130/year but typically pays for itself in fuel savings alone for regular drivers.