Gas prices in Columbus
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Columbus area of Ohio.
Columbus runs $0.01 a gallon above the Ohio average of $3.86. It is the 7 cheapest of 14 Ohio metros AAA tracks.
Nearest Ohio metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Columbus in Ohio, so you can see whether paying $3.87 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Akron | $3.81 | −$0.07 |
| Dayton | $3.82 | −$0.05 |
| Canton-Massillon | $3.84 | −$0.03 |
| Toledo | $3.84 | −$0.03 |
| Columbus | $3.87 | — |
| Springfield | $3.87 | −$0.00 |
| Belmont County | $3.88 | +$0.00 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $3.89 | +$0.01 |
| Mansfield | $3.89 | +$0.02 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Columbus right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.87 per gallon across Columbus today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.40, premium $4.93 and diesel $5.12.
Is gas cheaper in Columbus than the rest of Ohio?
No — Columbus runs $0.01 a gallon above the Ohio average of $3.86.
Where does Columbus rank in Ohio?
Columbus is the 7th cheapest of 14 Ohio metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Columbus higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 23.4% higher than this time last year ($3.14/gal then, $3.87 now).