Gas prices soaring in San Luis Obispo County, find lowest costs
CalCoastNews
May 10, 2026
Well, neighbors, if your wallet’s been feeling a little lighter at the pump lately, you’re not imagining things. According to CalCoastNews, gas prices in San Luis Obispo County shot up a whopping 21 cents last week, landing the average at $6.29 a gallon. That’s a full 14 cents above the already painful state average, and it’s hitting us harder than most of California. With global uncertainty tied to the situation in Iran, we’re feeling the ripple effects right here on the Central Coast — from the morning commute up Highway 101 to weekend trips to the Morro Bay harbor.
What makes this sting a little more is that we’re used to paying a premium for our slice of paradise, but this jump feels especially sharp. The good news is that not every station is charging the same. A quick scan of apps like GasBuddy shows some spots in Paso Robles and Atascadero still hovering under $6.10, so it pays to shop around before you fill up. Whether you’re carpooling with friends to the Thursday night farmers market or just trying to stretch the budget, every little bit helps. Stay savvy out there, SLO.
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