This report reviews Houston gold price for buyers for August 20, 2026, including the latest ounce and major carat references.
Houston Gold Price for Buyers
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,530.80 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $145.65 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $133.53 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $127.46 |
The Houston report links a local reference to the broader United States market and notes that final dealer prices vary by premium, fabrication and product availability.
Points to Check Before Requesting a Quote in Houston
Ask whether the displayed price includes delivery, insurance, taxes or fabrication before comparing offers.
This page does not provide investment advice. It is intended to help readers organize a price comparison before speaking with a seller.
Local comparison: Check at least two or three Houston offers with the same purity, weight and product type.
The displayed values are dated market references; confirm the exact product price, weight and terms with the seller.
Intraday gold price updates in Houston
Today’s intraday summary
| Opening reference | $4,475.80 |
| Latest price | $4,530.80 |
| Intraday high | $4,530.80 |
| Intraday low | $4,475.80 |
| Daily change | 1.23% |
| Updates | 5 |
Gold prices remain stable in Houston — August 20, 2026 9:00 AM
The 24K gold reference in Houston was unchanged to $143.89 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,475.80. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.00%, and the latest price is in line with the first saved reading of the day by 0.00%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,475.80 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $143.89 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $131.91 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $125.91 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move higher in Houston — August 20, 2026 12:15 PM
The 24K gold reference in Houston rose to $145.13 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,514.40. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.86%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 0.86%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,514.40 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $145.13 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $133.05 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $127.00 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move higher in Houston — August 20, 2026 3:30 PM
The 24K gold reference in Houston rose to $145.46 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,524.80. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.23%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 1.09%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,524.80 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $145.46 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $133.35 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $127.29 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move lower in Houston — August 20, 2026 6:45 PM
The 24K gold reference in Houston declined to $145.45 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,524.40. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.01%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 1.09%. The price remains within today’s recorded range. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,524.40 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $145.45 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $133.34 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $127.28 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Gold prices move higher in Houston — August 20, 2026 10:00 PM
The 24K gold reference in Houston rose to $145.65 per gram, while the gold ounce was recorded at $4,530.80. The move from the immediately previous update was 0.14%, and the latest price is above the first saved reading of the day by 1.23%. This is the highest saved reading so far today. Retail quotes may still vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
| Asset Class | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | $4,530.80 |
| 24K Gold (per gram) | $145.65 |
| 22K Gold (per gram) | $133.53 |
| 21K Gold (per gram) | $127.46 |
These prices represent the latest saved market reading. Retail quotes may vary because of dealer premiums, taxes and local costs.
Understanding the local price
The displayed figure is a metal-value reference before product premiums, fabrication, taxes and dealer margins.
Compare like-for-like products by purity, weight, quote time and buyback terms before making a decision.
Frequently asked questions
How is the gold price calculated in Houston?
The calculation starts with the global ounce price and the exchange rate to USD, then applies the campaign’s local market settings.
When are gold prices updated?
Prices follow the campaign schedule, while actual dealer quotes may vary during the day because of premiums, taxes and retail margins.
Last updated: August 20, 2026 6:35 PM. Figures depend on configured price and exchange-rate sources, and local prices may vary.
