Gas Prices in Colorado Springs, CO Today

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

$3.20

Average Regular Unleaded — Colorado Springs, Colorado

Current Gas Prices in Colorado Springs

Regular unleaded in Colorado Springs, Colorado costs approximately $$3.20 per gallon today. Colorado Springs's fuel market is competitive, with warehouse clubs and high-volume stations consistently undercutting the local average.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$3.2087 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.7089 octane▲ Rising
Premium$4.0091-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$4.33N/A▲ Rising

Price Comparison

Colorado Springs Average
$3.20
Regular Unleaded
Colorado State Average
$2.93
$0.27 above the Colorado average
National Average
$3.99
$0.79 below the national average

About Gas Prices in Colorado Springs

Price variation within Colorado Springs is substantial — often 20-30 cents per gallon between the cheapest and most expensive stations in the same neighborhood. This spread makes price-checking apps genuinely valuable for Colorado Springs drivers. The savings on a 15-gallon fill-up at the low end vs. high end can exceed $4.

Gas Prices by Brand in This City

Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.

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

Colorado Springs and surrounding cities typically track similar fuel prices given shared supply infrastructure. Differences of 5-15 cents between nearby cities are common depending on local tax differences and competition levels.
A 10-cent savings on 15 gallons equals $1.50. If the cheaper station is 5 miles away and your car gets 25 MPG, the detour costs about 0.4 gallons. Savings above 15 cents per gallon are consistently worth moderate detours.
Most states have price gouging statutes that activate during declared emergencies. Outside of emergency declarations, gas stations set prices based on market conditions. Normal price variation between stations is competition, not gouging.
GasBuddy is the most comprehensive option for Colorado Springs with millions of user-reported prices updated in real time. Waze integrates gas prices into navigation. GetUpside/Upside offers cashback on purchases at qualifying stations.
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