Gas prices in Dayton
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Dayton area of Ohio.
Dayton is $0.04 a gallon cheaper than the Ohio average of $3.86 — about $0.58 on a 15-gallon fill. It is the 4 cheapest of 14 Ohio metros AAA tracks.
Nearest Ohio metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Dayton in Ohio, so you can see whether paying $3.82 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Dayton |
|---|---|---|
| Lima | $3.78 | −$0.04 |
| Cincinnati (OH only) | $3.80 | −$0.02 |
| Akron | $3.81 | −$0.02 |
| Dayton | $3.82 | — |
| Canton-Massillon | $3.84 | +$0.02 |
| Toledo | $3.84 | +$0.02 |
| Columbus | $3.87 | +$0.05 |
| Springfield | $3.87 | +$0.05 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Dayton right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.82 per gallon across Dayton today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.37, premium $4.89 and diesel $5.09.
Is gas cheaper in Dayton than the rest of Ohio?
Yes — Dayton is $0.04 a gallon below the Ohio average of $3.86. On a 15-gallon fill that is $0.58 saved.
Where does Dayton rank in Ohio?
Dayton is the 4th cheapest of 14 Ohio metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Dayton higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 28.4% higher than this time last year ($2.98/gal then, $3.82 now).