Gas prices in Ames
Gas prices in AmesDaily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Ames area of Iowa.
Regular
$3.83
per gallon · €0.89/L
Midgrade
$4.73
per gallon · €1.10/L
Premium
$4.58
per gallon · €1.06/L
Diesel
$5.01
per gallon · €1.16/L
▼ 1.9% vs last week ($3.90)▲ 27.7% vs a year ago ($3.00)
Nearest Iowa metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Ames in Iowa, so you can see whether paying $3.83 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Ames |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | $3.73 | −$0.10 |
| Cedar Rapids | $3.74 | −$0.09 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island (IA only) | $3.77 | −$0.06 |
| Iowa City | $3.80 | −$0.03 |
| Ames | $3.83 | — |
| Council Bluffs | $3.86 | +$0.03 |
| Dubuque | $3.94 | +$0.12 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Ames right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.83 per gallon across Ames today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.73, premium $4.58 and diesel $5.01.
Is gas cheaper in Ames than the rest of Iowa?
A Iowa state comparison is unavailable today.
Where does Ames rank in Iowa?
Ames is the 7th cheapest of 9 Iowa metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Ames higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 27.7% higher than this time last year ($3.00/gal then, $3.83 now).