Gas prices in San Jose, CA
Gas prices in San Jose, CADaily metro average from AAA (2026-10-26), per gallon including taxes, for AAA’s San Jose metro area in California.
San Jose is $0.08 a gallon cheaper than the California average of $6.03 — about $1.26 on a 15-gallon fill. It is the 12 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of San Jose in California, so you can see whether paying $5.95 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs San Jose |
|---|---|---|
| San Bernardino, CA | $5.92 | −$0.02 |
| Yolo, CA | $5.94 | −$0.01 |
| Visalia, Tulare & Porterville, CA | $5.94 | −$0.01 |
| Vallejo & Fairfield, CA | $5.94 | −$0.01 |
| San Jose, CA | $5.95 | — |
| Fresno, CA | $5.95 | +$0.00 |
| Madera & Chowchilla, CA | $5.95 | +$0.00 |
| Hanford & Corcoran, CA | $5.95 | +$0.00 |
| Sacramento, CA | $5.96 | +$0.01 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in San Jose right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.95 per gallon across San Jose, CA today (AAA metro average, 2026-10-26). Midgrade is $6.18, premium $6.38 and diesel $8.71.
Is gas cheaper in San Jose than the rest of California?
Yes — San Jose is $0.08 a gallon below the California average of $6.03. On a 15-gallon fill that is $1.26 saved.
Where does San Jose rank in California?
San Jose is the 12th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in San Jose higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 30.8% higher than this time last year ($4.55/gal then, $5.95 now).