By the #s: Where New Mexico gas prices have risen the most since the Iran war began

Taos County has seen the largest increase since the Iran war began, but gas remains the most expensive in Harding County, according to AAA.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: May 28, 2026

Words: 262

Last Updated: 1 month, 4 weeks ago

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The average price of gasoline in New Mexico has increased nearly $1.50 a gallon since February, when President Donald Trump began an armed conflict with Iran.

While New Mexico generally has lower average gas prices than the rest of the country, a Source NM review of data from the American Automobile Association shows that every New Mexico county experienced a sharp increase in costs between early February and late May.

Taos County drivers …

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