Active Gas Stations in California: Current Count

As of July 2022, California had approximately 13,500 active retail fuel stations (California Energy Commission / Board of Equalization data).

Context

• Declining Trend: Down from ~15,000 (2010) due to EV adoption, land values, regulation
• Concentration: LA County (~3,000), Bay Area, Inland Empire, Central Valley corridors
• Ownership: Major brands (Shell, Chevron, 76, Arco/BP) + independents

Data Sources for Updates

• California Energy Commission (fuels data)
• CA Dept of Tax & Fee Administration (fuel tax records)
• DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center (station locator)

Number changes monthly. For precise current count, query CEC or CDTFA databases directly.