Gas prices in Chicago Metro
Gas prices in Chicago MetroDaily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Chicago Metro area of Illinois.
Regular
$4.38
per gallon · €1.02/L
Midgrade
$4.99
per gallon · €1.16/L
Premium
$5.56
per gallon · €1.29/L
Diesel
$5.35
per gallon · €1.24/L
▲ 3.0% vs last week ($4.25)▲ 24.8% vs a year ago ($3.51)
Nearest Illinois metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Chicago Metro in Illinois, so you can see whether paying $4.38 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Chicago Metro |
|---|---|---|
| Carbondale-Marion | $4.24 | −$0.14 |
| Elgin | $4.25 | −$0.14 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island (IL only) | $4.26 | −$0.12 |
| Quincy | $4.37 | −$0.02 |
| Chicago Metro | $4.38 | — |
| Alexander County | $4.60 | +$0.22 |
| City of Chicago | $4.65 | +$0.27 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Chicago Metro right now?
Regular gasoline averages $4.38 per gallon across Chicago Metro today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.99, premium $5.56 and diesel $5.35.
Is gas cheaper in Chicago Metro than the rest of Illinois?
A Illinois state comparison is unavailable today.
Where does Chicago Metro rank in Illinois?
Chicago Metro is the 15th cheapest of 17 Illinois metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Chicago Metro higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 24.8% higher than this time last year ($3.51/gal then, $4.38 now).