San Luis Obispo County Gas Prices Rise Slightly

Drivers can find the lowest costs at select stations across the county.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Gas prices in San Luis Obispo County have increased slightly, with the average price for a gallon of regular reaching $4.78. Factors like international conflicts, decreased refinery production, increased taxes, and the switch to the more expensive summer blend gasoline are contributing to the continued rise in prices across California. While the county currently has the 15th highest prices in the state, there are several gas stations offering lower prices for drivers to take advantage of.

Why it matters

Rising gas prices impact the budgets of residents and businesses in San Luis Obispo County, making it more expensive for people to commute and transport goods. Identifying the stations with the lowest prices can help consumers save money on fuel costs.

The details

The average price for a gallon of gas in San Luis Obispo County increased by one cent last week to $4.78. Statewide, the average price rose three cents to $4.64, while the national average increased five cents to $2.93. Mono County currently has the highest average price in California at $5.70 per gallon, while Imperial County has the lowest at $4.30. Several gas stations in San Luis Obispo County, including Lucky 7 in Morro Bay, Fastrip Fuel & Wayside Liquors in Paso Robles, and Cayucos Gas, are offering lower prices below the county average.

  • As of March 2, 2026, the average gas price in San Luis Obispo County was $4.78 per gallon.
  • The average price in California rose three cents to $4.64 per gallon last week.
  • Nationally, gas prices increased five cents to $2.93 per gallon.

The players

AAA

A non-profit organization that provides automotive and travel services, including tracking and reporting on gas prices.

GasBuddy

A company that provides real-time gas price information and data to consumers.

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The takeaway

While gas prices in San Luis Obispo County have risen slightly, drivers can still find lower-cost options at select stations across the county. Monitoring gas prices and being aware of the cheapest options can help residents and businesses manage their fuel expenses during this period of increased costs.