The New Mexico Department of Justice has investigated fuel prices in San Juan County under prior Attorneys General. Investigations were inconclusive, but there was relief at the pump for a brief period. “We just want to be assured that San Juan County is paying what’s fair at the pump,” said Commissioner Lanier. “With limited competition between brands, it is worth checking out.”
From San Juan County
Thursday, July 9, 2026
At Tuesday’s San Juan County Commission Meeting, San Juan County Commission Chair Pro-Tem Sandra Lanier directed staff to request the New Mexico Department of Justice investigate high gas prices in San Juan County.
As of July 8, AAA reports that the average price of regular unleaded gasoline in San Juan County is $4.261, compared to
$3.88 in McKinley County, $3.942 in Albuquerque, and a statewide average of $3.939. The National average is $3.846.
Diesel fuel is listed at an average of $5.206 in San Juan County, compared to $4.756 in Albuquerque, a state average of
$4.759, and a national average of $4.810.
“Fuel prices fluctuate with market forces; however, San Juan County Residents are consistently paying much more than
our neighbors,” said Commissioner Sandra Lanier. “A 50-cent difference in the price of diesel puts our businesses at a
disadvantage and hurts our residents.”
The New Mexico Department of Justice has investigated fuel prices in San Juan County under prior Attorneys General. Investigations were inconclusive, but there was relief at the pump for a brief period. “We just want to be assured that San Juan County is paying what’s fair at the pump,” said Commissioner Lanier. “With limited competition between brands, it is worth checking out.”
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