Gas prices in Lake Charles
Gas prices in Lake CharlesDaily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Lake Charles area of Louisiana.
Regular
$3.74
per gallon · €0.87/L
Midgrade
$4.19
per gallon · €0.97/L
Premium
$4.60
per gallon · €1.07/L
Diesel
$4.93
per gallon · €1.14/L
▲ 1.6% vs last week ($3.68)▲ 33.3% vs a year ago ($2.80)
Nearest Louisiana metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Lake Charles in Louisiana, so you can see whether paying $3.74 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Lake Charles |
|---|---|---|
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $3.70 | −$0.04 |
| Alexandria | $3.70 | −$0.04 |
| Hammond | $3.71 | −$0.03 |
| Houma-Thibodaux | $3.73 | −$0.01 |
| Lake Charles | $3.74 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Lake Charles right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.74 per gallon across Lake Charles today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.19, premium $4.60 and diesel $4.93.
Is gas cheaper in Lake Charles than the rest of Louisiana?
A Louisiana state comparison is unavailable today.
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 33.3% higher than this time last year ($2.80/gal then, $3.74 now).