Hickory, NC
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LiveUpdated Jun 18Gas prices near 28602
Hickory, NC · NC average $3.79/gal
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Hickory, NC · 28602
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- $3.26/gal
- Area avg
- $3.79/gal
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Checking fuel costs in Hickory's 28602 area gives you a real-time look at what you'll pay at local pumps. Prices across western North Carolina fluctuate regularly depending on which station you visit, so it pays to compare before filling up. Our tracker updates frequently to help you find the best deals in your area.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 28602
- 1. Sam's Club at 2515 US-70 SE offers regular at $3.26/gal (4.4 mi away).
- 2. Walmart Neighborhood Market at 481 US-70 SW offers regular at $3.28/gal (3.3 mi away).
- 3. Speedway at 1269 US-70 SW offers regular at $3.29/gal (3.8 mi away).
- 4. Murphy USA at 575 Hwy 70 Sw offers regular at $3.29/gal (3.1 mi away).
- 5. Sunoco at 525 4th St SW offers regular at $3.39/gal (3.3 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Hickory
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 North Carolina
North Carolina sits on the Colonial Pipeline route, so its supply is closely tied to Gulf Coast refining and Charlotte's pipeline terminus. The state gas tax is around 41 cents per gallon, and the western mountain counties typically pay 5 to 10 cents more than coastal markets due to longer trucking distances. Costco, Sam's Club, BJ's Wholesale, Sheetz, and Murphy USA are the value leaders. Sheetz dominates the Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill) while Murphy USA and Sam's Club lead in Charlotte and the Triad.