Gas prices in Wilmington
Gas prices in WilmingtonDaily metro average from AAA (2026-07-28), per gallon including taxes, for the Wilmington area of North Carolina.
Regular
$3.68
per gallon · €0.85/L
Midgrade
$4.21
per gallon · €0.98/L
Premium
$4.60
per gallon · €1.07/L
Diesel
$5.33
per gallon · €1.24/L
▼ 0.3% vs last week ($3.69)▲ 27.0% vs a year ago ($2.90)
Nearest North Carolina metros on price
The metros immediately either side of Wilmington in North Carolina, so you can see whether paying $3.68 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs Wilmington |
|---|---|---|
| Goldsboro | $3.66 | −$0.02 |
| Fayetteville | $3.68 | −$0.00 |
| Wilmington | $3.68 | — |
| Jacksonville | $3.69 | +$0.01 |
| Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton | $3.70 | +$0.01 |
| Rocky Mount | $3.71 | +$0.02 |
| New Bern | $3.76 | +$0.07 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in Wilmington right now?
Regular gasoline averages $3.68 per gallon across Wilmington today (AAA metro average, 2026-07-28). Midgrade is $4.21, premium $4.60 and diesel $5.33.
Is gas cheaper in Wilmington than the rest of North Carolina?
A North Carolina state comparison is unavailable today.
Where does Wilmington rank in North Carolina?
Wilmington is the 3rd cheapest of 15 North Carolina metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in Wilmington higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 27.0% higher than this time last year ($2.90/gal then, $3.68 now).