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Free air in Oregon
Is air free in Oregon?
Owner decidesNot by law. Oregon has no free-air law, so each station owner decides. Of the 446 places with air we have mapped in Oregon, 159 (36 %) are free or usually free, mostly at Costco, Lowe's and Pilot and Flying J, plus tire shops such as Les Schwab and Discount Tire that fill tires for free.
- places with air
- 446
- free or usually free
- 159
- tire shops fill free
- 130
- open 24/7 (known)
- 30
Chains with air in Oregon
The brands with the most locations on our Oregon map, and what to expect at each.
| Chain | Locations in OR | Free air |
|---|---|---|
| Les Schwab | 116 | Free, staff fill |
| Chevron | 58 | Depends on the store |
| Shell | 38 | Depends on the store |
| 76 | 36 | Depends on the store |
| Sinclair | 17 | Depends on the store |
| ARCO | 14 | Depends on the store |
| Costco | 13 | Free for members |
| Lowe's | 13 | Usually free |
| Discount Tire | 13 | Free, staff fill |
| Pilot and Flying J | 12 | Usually free |
| Mobil | 11 | Depends on the store |
| Love's | 5 | Depends on the store |
| Circle K | 5 | Depends on the store |
| 7-Eleven | 4 | Depends on the store |
| Speedway | 1 | Depends on the store |
Free air by city in Oregon
Number of places with air per city. Cities with a link have their own page with every address.
- Portland16 free / 50
- Eugene5 free / 35
- Bend19
- Springfield17
- Salem16
- Grants Pass13
- Hillsboro11
- Medford11
- Tigard9
- Corvallis9
- Albany8
- Roseburg8
- Madras8
- Beaverton7
- Lebanon7
- Central Point6
- Cottage Grove6
- Redmond6
- The Dalles5
- Wilsonville5
- Sweet Home5
- Florence5
- Baker City4
- Myrtle Creek4
- Pendleton4
- Hood River4
- Newberg4
- Klamath Falls4
- Lincoln City3
- Junction City3
- Keizer3
- Sisters3
- Hermiston3
- Canyonville3
- Oregon City3
- Lakeview3
- Gresham3
- Reedsport3
- Ontario3
- McMinnville3
- Clackamas3
- Oakland2
- Lake Oswego2
- Creswell2
- Tillamook2
- Milwaukie2
- West Linn2
- Gladstone2
- Molalla2
- Woodburn2
Confirmed free air pumps in Oregon
Places where drivers or the operator confirmed the air is free.
Air pump
FreeCentral Point, OR 97502
76
Free808 Main Street, Springfield, OR 97477
Air pump
FreeTigard, OR 97223
Winter tire pressure in Oregon
−3 PSI
typical drop from July to January
The average temperature in Oregon goes from about 68 °F in July to 34 °F in January. Tire pressure falls roughly 1 PSI for every 10 °F, so a tire set to 35 PSI on a summer afternoon reads about 32 PSI on an average winter morning.
That is not enough to trigger the warning light on its own, but it adds up with the 1 to 2 PSI every tire loses per month. Check your pressure monthly.
Free air in neighboring states
- California8,304 places
- Idaho184 places
- Nevada156 places
- Washington737 places
Free air in Oregon: questions
Is air free at gas stations in Oregon?
Only where the owner chooses. Oregon doesn't require free air, so many stations use coin or card machines that cost one to two dollars. Chains that give air away at most stores are your best bet, and some clerks switch a paid machine to free if you ask.
Which gas stations have free air in Oregon?
On our map, the chains with the most free or usually free air pumps in Oregon are Costco (13), Lowe's (13) and Pilot and Flying J (12). At franchised brands like Shell, BP or Exxon, it depends on the owner.
Where can I check my tire pressure for free in Oregon?
Tire shops are the easiest option: Les Schwab (116 locations) and Discount Tire (13 locations) check and fill tires for free during business hours, no purchase needed.
How much does tire pressure drop in winter in Oregon?
Oregon averages about 68 °F in July and 34 °F in January (NOAA, 2015–2024). At roughly 1 PSI per 10 °F, tires filled in summer lose about 3 PSI by midwinter, often enough to switch on the low-pressure warning. Top them up when the weather turns.
Which city in Oregon has the most free air pumps?
On our map, Portland has the most free or usually free spots in Oregon: 16 of 50 places with air.