Gas prices in Rochester, NY
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-09-11), per gallon including taxes, for the Rochester area of New York.
Rochester runs $0.04 a gallon above the New York average of $4.26. It is the 5 cheapest of 16 New York metros AAA tracks.
Nearest New York metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Rochester in New York, so you can see whether paying $4.30 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Rochester |
|---|---|---|
| Syracuse | $4.24 | −$0.05 |
| Elmira | $4.25 | −$0.04 |
| Kingston | $4.28 | −$0.02 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $4.28 | −$0.01 |
| Rochester | $4.30 | — |
| Buffalo-Niagara Falls | $4.30 | +$0.00 |
| Ithaca | $4.31 | +$0.02 |
| Glens Falls | $4.32 | +$0.02 |
| Batavia | $4.32 | +$0.02 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Rochester right now?
Regular gasoline averages $4.30 per gallon across Rochester today (AAA metro average, 2026-09-11). Midgrade is $4.77, premium $5.16 and diesel $5.96.
Is gas cheaper in Rochester than the rest of New York?
No — Rochester runs $0.04 a gallon above the New York average of $4.26.
Where does Rochester rank in New York?
Rochester is the 5th cheapest of 16 New York metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Rochester higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 32.3% higher than this time last year ($3.25/gal then, $4.30 now).