Gas prices in Joplin
Gas prices in JoplinDaily metro average from AAA (2026-09-11), per gallon including taxes, for the Joplin area of Missouri.
Regular
$3.98
per gallon · €0.90/L
Midgrade
$4.37
per gallon · €0.99/L
Premium
$4.70
per gallon · €1.07/L
Diesel
$5.70
per gallon · €1.30/L
up vs last week 8.5% vs last week ($3.66) up vs a year ago 43.6% vs a year ago ($2.77)
Nearest Missouri metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Joplin in Missouri, so you can see whether paying $3.98 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Joplin |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City (MO only) | $3.93 | −$0.05 |
| St. Joseph | $3.93 | −$0.05 |
| St. Louis (MO only) | $3.95 | −$0.03 |
| Cape Girardeau | $3.98 | −$0.00 |
| Joplin | $3.98 | — |
| Springfield | $4.03 | +$0.05 |
| Jefferson City | $4.07 | +$0.09 |
| Columbia | $4.07 | +$0.10 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Joplin right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.98 per gallon across Joplin today (AAA metro average, 2026-09-11). Midgrade is $4.37, premium $4.70 and diesel $5.70.
Is gas cheaper in Joplin than the rest of Missouri?
A Missouri state comparison is unavailable today.
Where does Joplin rank in Missouri?
Joplin is the 5th cheapest of 8 Missouri metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Joplin higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 43.6% higher than this time last year ($2.77/gal then, $3.98 now).