Gas prices in Merced
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-09-11), per gallon including taxes, for the Merced area of California.
Merced runs $0.12 a gallon above the California average of $5.68. It is the 7 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Merced in California, so you can see whether paying $5.79 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Merced |
|---|---|---|
| Chico-Paradise | $5.70 | −$0.09 |
| Redding | $5.72 | −$0.08 |
| Modesto | $5.77 | −$0.03 |
| Stockton-Lodi | $5.78 | −$0.01 |
| Merced | $5.79 | — |
| Yolo | $5.83 | +$0.04 |
| San Bernardino | $5.85 | +$0.05 |
| Riverside | $5.85 | +$0.06 |
| Bakersfield | $5.86 | +$0.06 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Merced right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.79 per gallon across Merced today (AAA metro average, 2026-09-11). Midgrade is $6.11, premium $6.34 and diesel $7.87.
Is gas cheaper in Merced than the rest of California?
No — Merced runs $0.12 a gallon above the California average of $5.68.
Where does Merced rank in California?
Merced is the 7th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Merced higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 28.5% higher than this time last year ($4.51/gal then, $5.79 now).