Gas prices in San Rafael
Daily metro average from AAA (2026-09-11), per gallon including taxes, for the San Rafael area of California.
San Rafael runs $0.41 a gallon above the California average of $5.68. It is the 29 cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Nearest California metros on price
The metros immediately either side of San Rafael in California, so you can see whether paying $6.09 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs San Rafael |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego | $6.02 | −$0.07 |
| San Francisco | $6.06 | −$0.03 |
| Napa | $6.07 | −$0.02 |
| Salinas | $6.09 | −$0.00 |
| San Rafael | $6.09 | — |
| Santa Rosa | $6.13 | +$0.04 |
| San Luis Obispo-Atascadero-Paso Robles | $6.16 | +$0.07 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in San Rafael right now?
Regular gasoline averages $6.09 per gallon across San Rafael today (AAA metro average, 2026-09-11). Midgrade is $6.29, premium $6.48 and diesel $8.52.
Is gas cheaper in San Rafael than the rest of California?
No — San Rafael runs $0.41 a gallon above the California average of $5.68.
Where does San Rafael rank in California?
San Rafael is the 29th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in San Rafael higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 28.2% higher than this time last year ($4.75/gal then, $6.09 now).