Gas prices in San Rafael, CA
Gas prices in San Rafael, CADaily metro average from AAA (2026-10-26), per gallon including taxes, for AAA’s San Rafael metro area in California.
San Rafael is $0.06 a gallon cheaper than the California average of $6.03 — about $0.87 on a 15-gallon fill. It is the 17 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 $5.97 here is normal or not.
| Metro | Regular | vs San Rafael |
|---|---|---|
| Fresno, CA | $5.95 | −$0.02 |
| Madera & Chowchilla, CA | $5.95 | −$0.02 |
| Hanford & Corcoran, CA | $5.95 | −$0.02 |
| Sacramento, CA | $5.96 | −$0.01 |
| San Rafael, CA | $5.97 | — |
| Orange County, CA | $5.98 | +$0.00 |
| Ventura, CA | $6.02 | +$0.05 |
| Napa, CA | $6.02 | +$0.05 |
| Merced, CA | $6.02 | +$0.05 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is gas in San Rafael right now?
Regular gasoline averages $5.97 per gallon across San Rafael, CA today (AAA metro average, 2026-10-26). Midgrade is $6.21, premium $6.40 and diesel $8.89.
Is gas cheaper in San Rafael than the rest of California?
Yes — San Rafael is $0.06 a gallon below the California average of $6.03. On a 15-gallon fill that is $0.87 saved.
Where does San Rafael rank in California?
San Rafael is the 17th cheapest of 31 California metros AAA tracks.
Are gas prices in San Rafael higher than a year ago?
Yes — regular is 27.5% higher than this time last year ($4.69/gal then, $5.97 now).