Gas prices in Chico & Paradise, CA
Gas prices in Chico & Paradise, CADaily metro average from AAA (2026-10-26), per gallon including taxes, for AAA’s Chico-Paradise metro area in California.
Chico is $0.18 a gallon cheaper than the California average of $6.03 — about $2.74 on a 15-gallon fill. It is the 3 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Chico in California, so you can see whether paying $5.85 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Chico |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba City, CA | $5.80 | −$0.05 |
| El Centro, CA | $5.82 | −$0.03 |
| Chico & Paradise, CA | $5.85 | — |
| Modesto, CA | $5.85 | +$0.00 |
| Stockton & Lodi, CA | $5.87 | +$0.02 |
| Redding, CA | $5.87 | +$0.02 |
| Riverside, CA | $5.89 | +$0.04 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Chico right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.85 per gallon across Chico & Paradise, CA today (AAA metro average, 2026-10-26). Midgrade is $6.07, premium $6.25 and diesel $8.23.
Is gas cheaper in Chico than the rest of California?
Yes — Chico is $0.18 a gallon below the California average of $6.03. On a 15-gallon fill that is $2.74 saved.
Where does Chico rank in California?
Chico is the 3rd cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Chico higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 33.9% higher than this time last year ($4.37/gal then, $5.85 now).