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Cheapest Gas in Town: Even Costco Over $4

Know where to save money at the pump.

Looking to save a few bucks this week? Why not start with the gas for your vehicle.

The average gallon of gas in San Diego County is well over $4, and rising, the highest since Aug. 1, 2008.

Also, check out "Get the Gas You Pay For, Two Stations in Santee Fined," to see what local stations were caught mis-measuring recently.

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The two stations currently selling the cheapest gas in Santee are listed below. Prices are according to GasBuddy.com and reflect prices within the last 24 hours.

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  • Regular- $4.039
  • Premium- $4.239

Arco, and :

  • Regular- $4.179
  • Premium- $4.379

County gas price average: $4.189 +5.7 cents since last week

State average: $4.197

National average: $3.818

(Averages according to AAA)

The 23rd increase in 24 days pushed the average price 6 cents higher than a week ago, 20.9 cents above what it was one month ago and $1.07 greater than it was one year ago, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service.

City News Service contributed to this report.


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