Gas prices in New Orleans
Gas prices in New OrleansDaily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the New Orleans area of Louisiana.
Regular
$3.68
per gallon · €0.85/L
Midgrade
$4.22
per gallon · €0.98/L
Premium
$4.56
per gallon · €1.06/L
Diesel
$5.01
per gallon · €1.16/L
▲ 3.0% vs last week ($3.57)▲ 32.4% vs a year ago ($2.78)
Nearest Louisiana metros on price
The metros immediately either side of New Orleans in Louisiana, so you can see whether paying $3.68 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs New Orleans |
|---|---|---|
| Monroe | $3.63 | −$0.05 |
| Baton Rouge | $3.66 | −$0.02 |
| New Orleans | $3.68 | — |
| Lafayette | $3.69 | +$0.01 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $3.70 | +$0.02 |
| Alexandria | $3.70 | +$0.02 |
| Hammond | $3.71 | +$0.03 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in New Orleans right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.68 per gallon across New Orleans today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.22, premium $4.56 and diesel $5.01.
Is gas cheaper in New Orleans than the rest of Louisiana?
A Louisiana state comparison is unavailable today.
Where does New Orleans rank in Louisiana?
New Orleans is the 3rd cheapest of 9 Louisiana metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in New Orleans higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 32.4% higher than this time last year ($2.78/gal then, $3.68 now).