Gas prices in Ithaca
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Ithaca area of New York.
Ithaca runs $0.19 a gallon above the New York average of $4.08. It is the 10 cheapest of 16 New York metros AAA tracks.
Nearest New York metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Ithaca in New York, so you can see whether paying $4.26 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Ithaca |
|---|---|---|
| Glens Falls | $4.19 | −$0.08 |
| Dutchess-Putnam County | $4.22 | −$0.04 |
| New York | $4.24 | −$0.02 |
| Syracuse | $4.25 | −$0.01 |
| Ithaca | $4.26 | — |
| Rochester | $4.29 | +$0.02 |
| Batavia | $4.29 | +$0.02 |
| Buffalo-Niagara Falls | $4.29 | +$0.02 |
| Watertown-Fort Drum | $4.29 | +$0.03 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Ithaca right now?
Regular gasoline averages $4.26 per gallon across Ithaca today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.76, premium $5.19 and diesel $5.54.
Is gas cheaper in Ithaca than the rest of New York?
No — Ithaca runs $0.19 a gallon above the New York average of $4.08.
Where does Ithaca rank in New York?
Ithaca is the 10th cheapest of 16 New York metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Ithaca higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 34.2% higher than this time last year ($3.18/gal then, $4.26 now).