Washington, DC
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LiveUpdated Jun 19Gas prices near 20001
Washington, DC · DC average $4.26/gal
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CheapestCheapest nearby1739 New Jersey Ave NW
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Washington, DC · 20001
- Cheapest
- $4.17/gal
- Area avg
- $4.26/gal
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Finding cheap gas in Washington (20001)
This part of Washington takes in Shaw, NoMa, and the Mount Vernon Triangle, fast-changing neighborhoods just north of downtown where new mixed-use blocks have replaced old light-industrial land along North Capitol Street. It is dense, transit-rich ground, and gas stations are genuinely rare.
With so much of the area built for walking, Metro, and bikes, the handful of stations still operating, like the Mobil near Florida Avenue, serve drivers who have little nearby alternative. That scarcity, combined with high District land costs, tends to push city prices above what suburban stations charge.
Many residents and commuters here fill up on trips out to Maryland or Virginia, where stations are plentiful and fuel taxes run lower. If you do need to gas up in the neighborhood, comparing the handful of options first is the only way to avoid the steepest pump.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 20001
- 1. Marathon at 1739 New Jersey Ave NW offers regular at $4.17/gal (0.1 mi away).
- 2. Sunoco at 1317 9th St NW offers regular at $4.19/gal (0.6 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Washington
1. Use warehouse clubs
Costco and Sam’s Club typically price 15-25 cents per gallon below nearby stations. Membership pays for itself within a few fill-ups.
2. Fill up early in the week
Stations often raise prices Thursday for weekend demand. Fill up Monday through Wednesday to avoid the lift.
3. Keep tires properly inflated
Properly inflated tires improve fuel economy by up to 3 percent at current prices. Check pressure once a month.
4. Check back tomorrow
Prices can shift 10-20 cents overnight during volatile markets. A quick check before you leave home avoids paying yesterday’s spike.
5. Pay cash at split-pricing stations
Stations with cash and credit split pricing typically save an average of 10 cents per gallon when you pay cash.
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About gas prices in District of Columbia
The District of Columbia has limited gas station inventory due to high real estate costs and zoning restrictions, with most stations clustered along major thoroughfares like Wisconsin Avenue, Connecticut Avenue, and Florida Avenue. The local fuel tax is around 24 cents per gallon, plus the standard federal excise. DC pump prices typically run 30 to 50 cents above the national average because of the limited competition and real estate premium. Most cost-conscious drivers fill up in nearby Maryland (Bethesda, Silver Spring) or Virginia (Arlington, Falls Church) where Costco, Sam's Club, BJ's Wholesale, and Wawa offer significantly lower pricing. The Costco in Pentagon City (Arlington) is the most popular cross-border destination for DC residents.