Gas prices in Ventura
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Ventura area of California.
Ventura runs $0.26 a gallon above the California average of $5.35. It is the 16 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Ventura in California, so you can see whether paying $5.62 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| Fresno | $5.56 | −$0.05 |
| Riverside | $5.59 | −$0.03 |
| San Bernardino | $5.59 | −$0.02 |
| Sacramento | $5.60 | −$0.02 |
| Ventura | $5.62 | — |
| San Jose | $5.63 | +$0.02 |
| Orange County | $5.65 | +$0.03 |
| Oakland | $5.66 | +$0.04 |
| Bakersfield | $5.66 | +$0.05 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Ventura right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.62 per gallon across Ventura today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $5.83, premium $6.01 and diesel $6.97.
Is gas cheaper in Ventura than the rest of California?
No — Ventura runs $0.26 a gallon above the California average of $5.35.
Where does Ventura rank in California?
Ventura is the 16th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Ventura higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 24.6% higher than this time last year ($4.51/gal then, $5.62 now).