Gas prices in Redding
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-09-11), per gallon including taxes, for the Redding area of California.
Redding runs $0.04 a gallon above the California average of $5.68. It is the 4 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Redding in California, so you can see whether paying $5.72 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Redding |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba City | $5.63 | −$0.09 |
| El Centro | $5.69 | −$0.03 |
| Chico-Paradise | $5.70 | −$0.01 |
| Redding | $5.72 | — |
| Modesto | $5.77 | +$0.05 |
| Stockton-Lodi | $5.78 | +$0.07 |
| Merced | $5.79 | +$0.08 |
| Yolo | $5.83 | +$0.11 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Redding right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.72 per gallon across Redding today (AAA metro average, 2026-09-11). Midgrade is $5.95, premium $6.09 and diesel $7.88.
Is gas cheaper in Redding than the rest of California?
No — Redding runs $0.04 a gallon above the California average of $5.68.
Where does Redding rank in California?
Redding is the 4th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Redding higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 28.9% higher than this time last year ($4.44/gal then, $5.72 now).