Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$4.43
Regular Unleaded (87 octane) per gallon
About Regular Unleaded in San Francisco
The current regular unleaded price in San Francisco is $$4.43 per gallon. This 87-octane grade represents the baseline fuel tier — abundant, competitive, and appropriate for most vehicles on American roads today.
{octaneInfo} Octane rating measures a fuel's resistance to premature ignition (knock). Standard regular is 87, mid-grade is 89-90, and premium is 91-93 in the United States.
Use GasBuddy and filter by fuel type to see current Regular Unleaded prices at stations near your location in San Francisco. Warehouse clubs and high-volume discount stations typically offer the best Regular Unleaded prices.
All Regular Unleaded sold in San Francisco must meet minimum federal standards. TOP TIER certified stations add extra detergency additives. Most major brands (Shell, Chevron, Costco, Wawa) are TOP TIER certified. Non-certified independents meet legal minimums only.
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