North Carolina Gas Price Today
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Today's North Carolina Gas Price Average
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Gas Prices by City in North Carolina
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| City / Metro | Regular | Midgrade | Premium | Diesel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville | $3.553▼ -$0.03 | $4.104▲ +$0.03 | $4.466▼ -$0.01 | $4.635▼ -$0.02 |
| Burlington | $3.499▼ -$0.03 | $3.951▼ -$0.03 | $4.327▼ -$0.01 | $4.685▲ +$0.02 |
| Charlotte-Gastonia-Rock Hill (NC only) | $3.500▲ +$0.01 | $4.004▲ +$0.01 | $4.389▲ +$0.02 | $4.654▲ +$0.03 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $3.577▼ -$0.02 | $4.019▼ -$0.02 | $4.403▼ -$0.03 | $4.672▲ +$0.01 |
| Fayetteville | $3.396▼ -$0.01 | $3.844▲ +$0.01 | $4.261▲ +$0.02 | $4.462▼ -$0.03 |
| Goldsboro | $3.399▼ -$0.02 | $3.855▲ +$0.02 | $4.273▲ +$0.03 | $4.539▲ +$0.01 |
| Greensboro | $3.470▼ -$0.01 | $3.913▼ -$0.01 | $4.328▲ +$0.02 | $4.541▲ +$0.03 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $3.364▼ -$0.02 | $3.767▲ +$0.02 | $4.178▼ -$0.03 | $4.358▲ +$0.01 |
| Jacksonville | $3.412▼ -$0.01 | $3.906▲ +$0.01 | $4.359▼ -$0.02 | $4.494▼ -$0.03 |
| New Bern | $3.468▼ -$0.03 | $3.938▲ +$0.03 | $4.372▲ +$0.01 | $4.576▲ +$0.02 |
| Norfolk-Virginia Beach-Newport News | $3.646▼ -$0.01 | $4.144▼ -$0.01 | $4.442▼ -$0.02 | $4.662▲ +$0.03 |
| Raleigh | $3.498▼ -$0.03 | $3.939▼ -$0.03 | $4.329▼ -$0.01 | $4.565▼ -$0.02 |
| Rocky Mount | $3.391▼ -$0.02 | $3.871▲ +$0.02 | $4.205▼ -$0.03 | $4.415▲ +$0.01 |
| Wilmington | $3.431▼ -$0.01 | $3.972▼ -$0.01 | $4.367▼ -$0.02 | $4.660▼ -$0.03 |
| Winston-Salem | $3.456▼ -$0.03 | $3.920▼ -$0.03 | $4.321▼ -$0.01 | $4.460▼ -$0.02 |
How Does North Carolina's Gas Price Compare to the National Average?
The national average gas price today is $3.790/gal for regular unleaded. North Carolina's average of $3.481/gal is 0.309/gal lower than the national average. Factors such as state fuel taxes, refinery access, and distribution costs contribute to this difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gas price in North Carolina today?▼
Today's average gas price in North Carolina is $3.481 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel. Midgrade averages $3.945, premium is $4.346, and diesel is $4.563 per gallon. Prices are currently trending down and updated daily from official data across the state.
Is gas cheaper in North Carolina than the national average?▼
North Carolina's regular gas price of $3.481 per gallon is $0.309 per gallon lower than the national average of $3.790. This price difference stems from state fuel tax rates, proximity to refineries, and regional supply chain factors that vary by location.
Which city in North Carolina has the cheapest gas prices?▼
Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton has the cheapest gas in North Carolina today at $3.364 per gallon. Prices can vary within states due to local competition, distribution costs, and proximity to supply terminals. Use the map to find gas prices near me in your area.
Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas in North Carolina?▼
Diesel in North Carolina is $4.563 per gallon while regular gasoline is $3.481 per gallon. Diesel pricing reflects higher refining costs, increased federal and state diesel taxes, and seasonal demand from the trucking and agriculture sectors that can push prices above gasoline.