Gas prices in Rochester, NY
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-10-26), per gallon including taxes, for AAA’s Rochester metro area in New York.
Rochester runs $0.07 a gallon above the New York average of $4.31. It is the 8 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 $4.38 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Rochester |
|---|---|---|
| Albany, Schenectady & Troy, NY | $4.34 | −$0.04 |
| Kingston, NY | $4.34 | −$0.04 |
| Batavia, NY | $4.35 | −$0.03 |
| Buffalo & Niagara Falls, NY | $4.36 | −$0.02 |
| Rochester, NY | $4.38 | — |
| Ithaca, NY | $4.40 | +$0.01 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $4.40 | +$0.02 |
| Binghamton, NY | $4.41 | +$0.03 |
| Dutchess & Putnam Counties, NY | $4.43 | +$0.05 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Rochester right now?
Regular gasoline averages $4.38 per gallon across Rochester, NY today (AAA metro average, 2026-10-26). Midgrade is $4.86, premium $5.28 and diesel $6.43.
Is gas cheaper in Rochester than the rest of New York?
No — Rochester runs $0.07 a gallon above the New York average of $4.31.
Where does Rochester rank in New York?
Rochester is the 8th cheapest of 16 New York metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Rochester higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 38.4% higher than this time last year ($3.17/gal then, $4.38 now).
