San Angelo Gas Prices Continue to Climb

SAN ANGELO, TX - The statewide gas price average in Texas is $3.61 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. 

That price is three cents more when compared to this day last week and is 85 cents more per gallon compared to this day last year. Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in Midland are paying the most on average at $3.85 per gallon, while drivers in the Amarillo area are paying the least at $3.27 per gallon. 

In San Angelo, the average price for a gallon of gas is $3.88, which is a 3-cent difference from a week ago today, and a $1.19 increase from this time last year. 

The national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is $3.98, which is 10 cents more when compared to this day last week and 83 cents more when compared to this day last year.

Gas prices in Texas continue to move higher, with the statewide average up 3 cents compared to a week ago. While the average price dipped by 1 cent compared to yesterday, broader market conditions continue to put upward pressure on drivers. Crude oil prices remain elevated as the Iran conflict nears the four-week mark, and gasoline demand is also increasing as spring travel season continues. Nationally, the average price of gas could reach $4 per gallon in the coming days for the first time since August 2022.

“Texas drivers are continuing to see higher prices at the pump as strong spring travel demand and elevated crude oil prices keep pressure on the market,” said Daniel Armbruster, spokesperson for AAA Texas. “Although day-to-day fluctuations are normal, the biggest factor remains the price of crude oil, and because it is traded globally, developments overseas can quickly affect what drivers pay here at home.”

AAA Fuel Saving Tips

• Watch your speed. Fuel economy peaks at around 50 mph on most cars, then drops off as speeds increase. Reducing highway speeds by 5 to 10 mph can increase fuel economy by as much as 14%.
• Avoid excessive idling. A car engine consumes one quarter to one-half gallon of fuel per hour when idling, but a warm engine only takes around 10 seconds worth of fuel to restart. Where safe to do so, shut off your engine if you will be stopped for more than a minute.
• Regular vs. Premium. Pay close attention to the words “recommended” and “required.” If regular gas is recommended for your vehicle, that’s all you need. Choosing premium when your car doesn’t require it will only cost you money and doesn’t improve fuel economy.
• Remove unnecessary weight from your vehicle (e.g., trunk, cargo area, etc. ) as weight increases the amount of effort it takes to move the vehicle.
• Check and maintain your tire pressure. Maintaining the proper pressure will save you gas money as it takes less effort to move the vehicle and proper tire pressure decreases wear on the tires. Follow the recommended pressure as identified in your owner’s manual and/or a decal located on the driver’s side door.
• For road trips, map out your route ahead of time to avoid unnecessary stops. Pack enough water and snacks to hold you over to avoid spending extra cash on fast food.
• AAA has a free travel tool TripTik Travel Planner that lets you identify gas stations, EV charging stations, hotels, campgrounds, restaurants, and attractions along your route. That helps keep you on track and avoids unnecessary detours.
• Another handy tool for road trips is the AAA Gas Cost Calculator which estimates fuel costs for your vehicle’s make and model.
• Take advantage of fuel rewards at gas stations. AAA members can save at the pump over Spring Break by signing up for Shell Fuel Rewards®. Members who register now through April 30 will get 35¢/gallon off their first fill at participating Shell stations, and all AAA Fuel Rewards members will save 10¢/gallon during that time period, which is an additional 5¢/gallon compared to the standard Fuel Rewards discount.