Gas Prices in Colorado Today

Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data

$2.93

Average regular unleaded — Colorado

Today's Colorado Gas Prices

Today's regular unleaded price in Colorado is $$2.93 per gallon, placing it below ($1.06) the national average. Colorado's West regional market conditions — including refinery proximity and pipeline access — play a decisive role in pricing.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$2.9387 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.3989 octane▲ Rising
Premium$3.6691-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$3.97N/A▲ Rising

Gas Prices Across Colorado Cities

Denver$3.18Colorado Springs$3.20Aurora$2.99Fort Collins$3.10Lakewood$3.20Thornton$3.02Arvada$2.89Boulder$3.19

About Colorado Fuel Markets

Colorado charges 22 cents per gallon in state fuel taxes. The West state relies on regional fuel infrastructure for supply.

Fuel Type Prices in This City

Regular Unleaded
87 octane
Premium Gasoline
91-93 octane
Diesel Fuel
N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Some states offer low-income energy assistance programs that help with fuel costs. Check with Colorado's Department of Social Services or energy assistance office for current programs. Federal LIHEAP may also provide indirect relief.
Gas stations in Colorado typically update prices once per day, usually in the morning. The key is the day of the week — Monday and Tuesday before mid-morning updates typically reflect the weekly low price.
Top strategies for Colorado drivers: use GasBuddy to find the lowest price before every fill-up, join a warehouse club for consistent savings, use a gas rewards credit card for 3-5% back, fill up on weekdays (Monday-Tuesday), and maintain proper tire inflation to maximize your MPG.
The current average price for regular unleaded in Colorado is $$2.93 per gallon. Mid-grade averages $$3.39 and premium runs $$3.66. Diesel is $$3.97 per gallon. Prices vary by city and brand by 10-25 cents per gallon across the state.
Colorado's gas prices reflect its state fuel tax of 22 cents per gallon state fuel tax of 22 cents per gallon and its West location. {supplyNote} also plays a significant role in what Colorado drivers pay at the pump.

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