San Diego Gas Prices Inch Closer to All-Time High
The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in San Diego County reached $6.371, placing it just 6.3 cents shy of the all-time record of $6.434 set on October 5, 2022. This marks a significant increase, with prices rising…
San Diego, CA, September 26, 2026 —
SAN DIEGO COUNTY – The average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in San Diego County has reached $6.371, nearing the record high set more than a year ago. The current price is just 6.3 cents below the all-time record of $6.434 per gallon, which was established on October 5, 2022.
This recent surge represents a noticeable increase, with gasoline prices in the region experiencing consistent upward movement throughout the past month. Analysts attribute the ongoing rise to several contributing market forces, including fluctuations in the cost of crude oil and broader geopolitical volatility that can impact global energy supply chains.
The proximity to the previous record suggests a notable shift in pricing trends compared to earlier periods. The factors influencing gasoline prices are complex and can include refinery issues, seasonal demand, tax rates, and international events. In this instance, crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions are cited as primary drivers for the current trend.
Drivers in San Diego County have been observing the steady climb at the pump, with the latest figures indicating a significant jump from prices seen just weeks prior. The all-time record from October 2022 serves as a benchmark, and the current trajectory indicates that prices may continue to approach or potentially surpass that historical peak if current market conditions persist.
Story summarized from the original created by City News Service on timesofsandiego.com, see more information here.
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