Gas prices in Washington, DC
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-10-26), per gallon including taxes, for AAA’s Washington (DC only) metro area in District of Columbia.
Nearest District of Columbia metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Washington in District of Columbia, so you can see whether paying $4.36 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Washington DC Metro, DC | $4.14 | −$0.22 |
| Washington, DC | $4.36 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Washington right now?
Regular gasoline averages $4.36 per gallon across Washington, DC today (AAA metro average, 2026-10-26). Midgrade is $4.98, premium $5.41 and diesel $6.45.
Is gas cheaper in Washington than the rest of District of Columbia?
A District of Columbia state comparison is unavailable today.
Where does Washington rank in District of Columbia?
Washington is the 2nd cheapest of 2 District of Columbia metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Washington higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 35.9% higher than this time last year ($3.21/gal then, $4.36 now).