Gas prices in El Centro
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-09-11), per gallon including taxes, for the El Centro area of California.
El Centro runs $0.01 a gallon above the California average of $5.68. It is the 2 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of El Centro in California, so you can see whether paying $5.69 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs El Centro |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba City | $5.63 | −$0.06 |
| El Centro | $5.69 | — |
| Chico-Paradise | $5.70 | +$0.01 |
| Redding | $5.72 | +$0.03 |
| Modesto | $5.77 | +$0.08 |
| Stockton-Lodi | $5.78 | +$0.09 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in El Centro right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.69 per gallon across El Centro today (AAA metro average, 2026-09-11). Midgrade is $5.89, premium $6.11 and diesel $7.76.
Is gas cheaper in El Centro than the rest of California?
No — El Centro runs $0.01 a gallon above the California average of $5.68.
Where does El Centro rank in California?
El Centro is the 2nd cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in El Centro higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 29.6% higher than this time last year ($4.39/gal then, $5.69 now).