Gas Prices in Santa Fe, NM Today

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

$2.97

Average Regular Unleaded — Santa Fe, New Mexico

Current Gas Prices in Santa Fe

The going rate for a gallon of regular unleaded in Santa Fe, New Mexico is $$2.97 today. Local price variation gives shoppers a meaningful advantage when they take a few minutes to compare nearby stations.

Fuel TypePrice / GallonGradeTrend
Regular Unleaded$2.9787 octane▲ Rising
Mid-Grade$3.4389 octane▲ Rising
Premium$3.7191-93 octane▲ Rising
Diesel$4.02N/A▲ Rising

Price Comparison

Santa Fe Average
$2.97
Regular Unleaded
New Mexico State Average
$3.18
$0.21 below the New Mexico average
National Average
$3.99
$1.02 below the national average

About Gas Prices in Santa Fe

The best time to buy gas in Santa Fe follows the national pattern: Tuesday and Wednesday consistently show the lowest weekly prices, while Thursday through Sunday prices climb with weekend demand. Monthly, prices often dip mid-month. Following these patterns in Santa Fe can save 5-15 cents per gallon.

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

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Today's average gas price in Santa Fe is $$2.97 per gallon for regular unleaded. Premium is approximately ${premPrice} and diesel runs ${dslPrice}. Individual station prices vary by 15-25 cents across the metro area.
The cheapest gas in Santa Fe is typically found at warehouse clubs (Costco, Sam's Club), high-volume discount chains like Circle K and Speedway, and stations in commercial strips with multiple competitors. Our brand comparison table shows current estimated prices by major brand in Santa Fe.
Santa Fe's current average of $$2.97 compares to the New Mexico statewide average of $$3.18. Santa Fe is $0.21 below the New Mexico average the state average, which is typical for a metro of its size and location.
Gas stations in Santa Fe 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.

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