Gas prices in Lake Charles, LA
Gas prices in Lake Charles, LADaily metro average from AAA (2026-10-26), per gallon including taxes, for AAA’s Lake Charles metro area in Louisiana.
Regular
$3.89
per gallon · €0.92/L
Midgrade
$4.41
per gallon · €1.04/L
Premium
$4.80
per gallon · €1.13/L
Diesel
$5.78
per gallon · €1.36/L
down vs last week 1.6% vs last week ($3.96) up vs a year ago 43.5% vs a year ago ($2.71)
Nearest Louisiana metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Lake Charles in Louisiana, so you can see whether paying $3.89 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Lake Charles |
|---|---|---|
| Shreveport & Bossier City, LA | $3.76 | −$0.13 |
| Lafayette, LA | $3.77 | −$0.13 |
| Alexandria, LA | $3.79 | −$0.11 |
| Houma & Thibodaux, LA | $3.87 | −$0.03 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $3.89 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Lake Charles right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.89 per gallon across Lake Charles, LA today (AAA metro average, 2026-10-26). Midgrade is $4.41, premium $4.80 and diesel $5.78.
Is gas cheaper in Lake Charles than the rest of Louisiana?
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Where does Lake Charles rank in Louisiana?
Lake Charles is the 9th cheapest of 9 Louisiana metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Lake Charles higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 43.5% higher than this time last year ($2.71/gal then, $3.89 now).