Gas prices in Orange County
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Orange County area of California.
Orange County runs $0.29 a gallon above the California average of $5.35. It is the 18 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Orange County in California, so you can see whether paying $5.65 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Orange County |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino | $5.59 | −$0.06 |
| Sacramento | $5.60 | −$0.05 |
| Ventura | $5.62 | −$0.03 |
| San Jose | $5.63 | −$0.02 |
| Orange County | $5.65 | — |
| Oakland | $5.66 | +$0.01 |
| Bakersfield | $5.66 | +$0.01 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville | $5.66 | +$0.01 |
| Madera-Chowchilla | $5.68 | +$0.03 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Orange County right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.65 per gallon across Orange County today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $5.87, premium $6.03 and diesel $6.97.
Is gas cheaper in Orange County than the rest of California?
No — Orange County runs $0.29 a gallon above the California average of $5.35.
Where does Orange County rank in California?
Orange County is the 18th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Orange County higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 27.9% higher than this time last year ($4.42/gal then, $5.65 now).