Kansas Gas Prices
Average retail price · Source: AAA · Updated daily
Today's Average
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per gallon · regular unleaded
Kansas benefits from its location near the Cushing, Oklahoma oil hub — the largest crude oil storage hub in the US — keeping fuel costs competitive. QuikTrip dominates Wichita and Kansas City suburbs with aggressive pricing.
⛽ Gas Tax: 24¢/gallon
Ranked #37 most expensive nationally
Top Gas Station Chains in Kansas
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Top Kansas Cities for Gas Prices
Kansas Gas Price FAQ
Why is Kansas City (KS) gas cheap?
The Kansas City metro sits at a pipeline crossroads near the Midwest refinery network, and the Kansas side (lower taxes) is consistently cheaper than the Missouri side. QuikTrip's dominance of the market ensures competitive pricing across both sides of the metro.
Is Kansas near the cheapest in the Midwest?
Kansas typically ranks in the lower-third nationally, ahead of Oklahoma, Missouri, and Arkansas neighbors but behind the Gulf Coast states. The Cushing hub proximity and low distribution costs are the main advantages.
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Kansas Gas Price — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average gas price in Kansas today?
Kansas gas prices are updated daily from AAA data. Check back for today's average.
Why are gas prices lower in Kansas than the national average?
Kansas benefits from low state taxes (~24¢/gal) and central location with access to multiple refinery regions.
What is Kansas's gas tax?
Kansas's state gas tax is approximately 24¢ per gallon. This is a combined state excise tax and in some states includes local levies. The federal gas tax adds an additional 18.4¢/gal on top of state taxes.
When is the cheapest time to buy gas in Kansas?
Gas prices in Kansas — like across the US — tend to be lowest on Mondays and Tuesdays, when weekly demand is lowest. Prices typically rise Thursday through Saturday as weekend travel demand increases. Avoiding fill-ups on Fridays and Saturdays can save 3–8¢/gal on average. Kansas prices also tend to be lower in late fall and winter when summer-blend fuel requirements end.
Which cities in Kansas have the cheapest gas?
Gas prices vary by city within Kansas based on local competition, distance from fuel terminals, and population density. Use our city pages to compare prices across Kansas: cities farther from major metro areas and distribution hubs often have slightly higher prices due to transport costs, while high-competition suburban areas near major highways tend to be cheapest.