Updated April 5, 2026 — Prices updated regularly from EIA data
$3.20
Average Regular Unleaded — Lakewood, Colorado
Current Gas Prices in Lakewood
Motorists in Lakewood are seeing $$3.20 per gallon at the pump today for regular gas. This is $0.27 above the Colorado average the Colorado state average, driven by local competition and Lakewood's proximity to supply infrastructure.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$3.20
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.70
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$4.00
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.33
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Lakewood Average
$3.20
Regular Unleaded
Colorado State Average
$2.93
$0.27 above the Colorado average
National Average
$3.99
$0.79 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Lakewood
Lakewood's position in Colorado gives it West supply chain supply chain characteristics. Refinery-direct brands like Valero and wholesale retailers like Costco typically offer the strongest value in the area. Premium brands like Shell and Chevron charge a quality markup that may or may not be worth it depending on your vehicle.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
Today's average gas price in Lakewood is $$3.20 per gallon for regular unleaded. Premium is approximately ${premPrice} and diesel runs ${dslPrice}. Individual station prices vary by 15-25 cents across the metro area.
The cheapest gas in Lakewood is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Lakewood.
Lakewood's current average of $$3.20 compares to the Colorado statewide average of $$2.93. Lakewood is $0.27 above the Colorado average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Lakewood typically update prices 1-3 times per week in response to wholesale market changes. Prices generally dip early in the week and rise Thursday-Sunday. Following weekly trends helps identify optimal fill-up windows.
Costco and Sam's Club fuel stations serve many major metropolitan areas and offer the lowest prices for members — typically 15-25 cents below local market. Membership costs $65-130/year but typically pays for itself in fuel savings alone for regular drivers.