# How much does a gallon of milk cost?

**The typical cost is 4.11 USD/gal, with a range of 4 USD/gal to 4.32 USD/gal (United States, 2026).** (Source: MainMesh, updated 2026-10-15)

| Estimate | Region | Year | Low | Typical | High | Source type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A gallon of fresh whole milk, US city average | United States | 2026 | 4 USD/gal | 4.11 USD/gal | 4.32 USD/gal | Document |

The United States average retail price of a gallon of fresh whole milk, with the low and high of the last 12 months.

This is the U.S. city average retail price of a gallon of fresh whole milk from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Average Price Data. Prices differ by city, store and season; the range shows the lowest and the highest monthly average over the past year.

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