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 $$2.97 today. Local price variation gives shoppers a meaningful advantage when they take a few minutes to compare nearby stations.
Fuel Type
Price / Gallon
Grade
Trend
Regular Unleaded
$2.97
87 octane
▲ Rising
Mid-Grade
$3.43
89 octane
▲ Rising
Premium
$3.71
91-93 octane
▲ Rising
Diesel
$4.02
N/A
▲ Rising
Price Comparison
Santa Fe Average
$2.97
Regular Unleaded
New Mexico State Average
$3.18
$0.21 below the New Mexico average
National Average
$3.99
$1.02 below the national average
About Gas Prices in Santa Fe
The best time to buy gas in Santa Fe follows the national pattern: Tuesday and Wednesday consistently show the lowest weekly prices, while Thursday through Sunday prices climb with weekend demand. Monthly, prices often dip mid-month. Following these patterns in Santa Fe can save 5-15 cents per gallon.
Gas Prices by Brand in This City
Estimated prices based on brand modifiers. Sorted cheapest to most expensive.
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Today's average gas price in Santa Fe is $$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.