Georgia diesel prices today
Georgia diesel prices todayDiesel averages $5.92 a gallon in Georgia on 2 October 2026 — the 46th most expensive of 51 states, and down $0.40 on the week.
Georgia against the other states
$0.45 a gallon below the unweighted mean of AAA's 51 state averages ($6.36). The cheapest diesel is in Texas at $5.79, the dearest in California at $8.38.
Regular gas in Georgia is $3.91, so diesel costs $2.00 more per gallon — and more than premium at $4.81.
Tax on a gallon of diesel
$0.24 federal + $0.38 Georgia · 16th highest of 51. The rest — about $5.29 — is the fuel itself, refining, distribution and the retailer’s margin.
Rates as of 1 January 2026. Local taxes, where they apply, are not included.
Diesel prices by city in Georgia
AAA's diesel averages for 15 Georgia metro areas, cheapest first — $0.45 a gallon between the two ends.
| Metro area | Diesel | vs state |
|---|---|---|
| Albany | $5.57 | −$0.34 |
| Augusta | $5.66 | −$0.26 |
| Brunswick | $5.67 | −$0.25 |
| Valdosta | $5.69 | −$0.23 |
| Savannah | $5.76 | −$0.15 |
| Catoosa, Dade & Walker Counties | $5.78 | −$0.14 |
| Hinesville & Fort Stewart | $5.80 | −$0.12 |
| Dalton | $5.82 | −$0.10 |
| Columbus | $5.83 | −$0.09 |
| Warner Robins | $5.91 | −$0.01 |
| Athens | $5.94 | +$0.02 |
| Rome | $5.98 | +$0.06 |
| Gainesville | $5.98 | +$0.06 |
| Atlanta | $6.01 | +$0.10 |
| Macon | $6.03 | +$0.11 |
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What a diesel fill-up costs in Georgia
- Diesel car or SUV — 18 gal$106.49
- Heavy-duty pickup — 34 gal$201.14
- Box truck — 60 gal$354.96
- Semi truck, two tanks — 250 gal$1,479.00
Diesel in neighbouring states
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Frequently asked questions
How much is diesel in Georgia today?
$5.92 a gallon, AAA's Georgia average for 2 October 2026 — the 46th most expensive of 51 states. Regular gasoline is $3.91, so diesel costs $2.00 more per gallon.
Are diesel prices going up in Georgia?
Diesel is down $0.40 (6.3%) on a week ago, and up $2.37 on a year ago, when it was $3.55, on AAA's own earlier averages.
Where is diesel cheapest in Georgia?
Of the 15 metro areas AAA reports in Georgia, Albany has the cheapest diesel at $5.57 a gallon and Macon the dearest at $6.03. Individual stations vary around these averages.
How much is the diesel tax in Georgia?
$0.62 a gallon: $0.24 federal plus $0.38 in Georgia state taxes and fees, the 16th highest of 51. The state average is $0.36. Rates as of 1 January 2026.
Is diesel cheaper in a neighbouring state?
Yes — South Carolina ($5.91, $0.00 less), Florida ($5.92, $0.00 less). On a 100-gallon fill that is up to $0.40; whether it is worth the drive depends on how far the border is.