Santa Barbara, CA
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LiveUpdated Jun 22Gas prices near 93105
Santa Barbara, CA · CA average $5.79/gal
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CheapestCheapest nearby150 S La Cumbre Rd
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Santa Barbara, CA · 93105
- Cheapest
- $5.43/gal
- Area avg
- $5.79/gal
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In 93105, Santa Barbara residents contend with California's elevated fuel costs, driven by state taxes and strict fuel blending requirements. Prices fluctuate daily across local stations, so checking current rates before filling up makes sense. The coastal location means fewer refinery options nearby compared to inland regions, which contributes to the higher baseline prices you'll see here.
Today’s lowest gas prices in 93105
- 1. Conserv Fuel at 150 S La Cumbre Rd offers regular at $5.43/gal (1.8 mi away).
- 2. Fuel Depot at 2299 Las Positas Rd offers regular at $5.49/gal (1.6 mi away).
- 3. Speedway Express at 3618 State St offers regular at $5.59/gal (1.0 mi away).
- 4. Chevron at 115 S La Cumbre Rd offers regular at $5.69/gal (1.7 mi away).
- 5. Mobil at 402 W Mission St offers regular at $5.89/gal (1.1 mi away).
Prices are aggregated from station-level data and refreshed daily.
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How to save more on gas in Santa Barbara
1. Use warehouse clubs
Costco and Sam’s Club typically price 15-25 cents per gallon below nearby stations. Membership pays for itself within a few fill-ups.
2. Fill up early in the week
Stations often raise prices Thursday for weekend demand. Fill up Monday through Wednesday to avoid the lift.
3. Keep tires properly inflated
Properly inflated tires improve fuel economy by up to 3 percent at current prices. Check pressure once a month.
4. Check back tomorrow
Prices can shift 10-20 cents overnight during volatile markets. A quick check before you leave home avoids paying yesterday’s spike.
5. Pay cash at split-pricing stations
Stations with cash and credit split pricing typically save an average of 10 cents per gallon when you pay cash.
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About gas prices in California
California has the highest gas taxes in the nation at roughly 60 cents per gallon when you combine the state excise tax with the cap-and-trade program and underground storage fee. The state requires a special CARB-formulated fuel that only a handful of in-state refineries can produce, so a single refinery outage can spike prices statewide within 48 hours. Costco, Sam's Club, and Arco are typically the cheapest across Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento metros, while Chevron, Shell, and 76 dominate freeway exits. Stations along Interstate 5 and US 101 commonly run 10 to 20 cents higher than equivalent stations a mile off the freeway.