Week ending May 2: Lowest midgrade gas in San Joaquin County reaches $5.34

Lindsay S. See, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

May 8, 2026

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In the week ending May 2, two gas stations in San Joaquin County sold midgrade gas at the lowest reported price of $5.34 per gallon, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.

The county registered an average of $5.99 per gallon for midgrade gas.

Of the 239 reported gas stations located within San Joaquin County, 143 offered midgrade gas.

The statewide average price of midgrade gas in California was $6.14 per gallon for the week ending May 2, an increase from the previous week.

According to an analysis by Time Magazine, fuel prices remain elevated and volatile as global oil markets react to geopolitical developments tied to the U.S. conflict with Iran, with supply concerns focused on potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. As of mid-April, the national average for gasoline remains above the $4-per-gallon mark, while diesel exceeds $5.60, reflecting recent swings driven by a temporary ceasefire and subsequent renewed escalation. Analysts say prices are likely to rise further in the near term as uncertainty persists and supply risks remain, with additional increases expected unless shipping flows through key transit routes are restored.

Gas price data reflects cash payments. Some stations may charge higher prices for credit card transactions due to processing fees, though such surcharges are prohibited in some states and territories.

Lowest Reported Midgrade Gas Prices in Cities Associated With San Joaquin County in Week Ending May 2

Information in this article was obtained from GasBuddy. The source data can be found here.