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News & Current Events Apr 12, 2026 at 1:44 PM

Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war

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Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war
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Tribal gas stations offer a reprieve from high prices during Iran war
Gas prices are still rising due to the Iran war but drivers are saving by fueling up at tribally owned gas stations.
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Pretend_Avocado2288 Apr 12, 2026 +155
They seem to have about the same prices as everywhere else around here in northern Nevada
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Sarcastic_Sanchez Apr 12, 2026 +30
I think it’s in states like California where taxes are high on gas.
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Pretend_Avocado2288 Apr 12, 2026 +15
Just drove through the paiute reservation in Bishop and didn't see much difference there either 🤷
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b1argg Apr 12, 2026 +95
Filled up on a res last weekend for $3.50 while the average is around $4
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Faulty_Plan Apr 13, 2026 +6
Well, I’m in Florida, but if I can save a buck every two gallons, you bet I am driving out west to refill.
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Osiris32 Apr 12, 2026 +37
Lol, the lady in the article is complaining about gas prices while driving a Chevy Suburban. Gee, I wonder if that might not be part of your problem.
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GTAIVisbest Apr 12, 2026 +26
But I NEED this large vehicle to feel SAFE on the road and run over a TODDLER without even feeling it. How else will I get to the grocery store 2 miles away in great weather?
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mr_potatoface Apr 12, 2026 +60
Price largely depends on your state/local fuel taxes. If taxes are low there won't be much of a difference. Taxes are high, big difference.
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Movie_Slug Apr 12, 2026 +14
Are they exempt from state rules like special summer blends which are more expensive? 
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that_70_show_fan Apr 12, 2026 +20
They buy from the same refineries and use the same distribution network. They use the same blend as that is available for the rest.
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cloudsofgrey Apr 12, 2026 +4
Some of them do, not all. There is a market for side rules depending on the size of tribal demand.
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bagofpork Apr 12, 2026 +7
I don't know, but as the other commenter said, the difference generally comes from tax rates. The same applied to cigarettes here in Western NY, back when they were allowed to sell name brand cigarettes at reservations.
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Pink-heels-158 Apr 12, 2026 +29
Paid 5.40 on res, average is around 7
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PasTypique Apr 12, 2026 +8
In the southern interior of British Columbia, they are only one or two cents cheaper (per liter). But in north central Washington, they can be 30 to 40 cents cheaper (per U.S. gallon). A significant savings.
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SpaceChicken2025 Apr 12, 2026 +3
I live by the Tulalip and Stillaguamish reservations. Their gas is 5 cents cheaper than Costco right now, so it's less about it being an Indian gas station and more about location.
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NewSport1381 Apr 12, 2026 +1
Angel of the Winds C*****'s gas station is usually the lowest 
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rutdog Apr 12, 2026 +4
I live close to Native land with a large gas station.  Price isn't much, if any, better than Costco.  There are generally concerns with the quality of the gas as well.  As of today here in CA, looking at $4.99 vs something like Chevron that is easily over $6.
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cemota Apr 12, 2026 +2
Suffolk County Long Island resident here. The Poospatuck Reservation in Mastic NY is generally .20 less per gallon, always. It's about 10 miles from home. They also have cheaper brand name cigarettes. I just do my normal daytime errands in that neighborhood to make it worthwhile. My very local Sam's club is usually a good second choice. Using big box memberships for gas is a good idea if tribal communities are not available to you.
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MaidPoorly Apr 12, 2026 +4
I’d pay more for any gas that’s not the new 15% corn syrup. Shits gonna junk so many cars and put so many families in a worse financial place long term.
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SleepingToDreaming Apr 13, 2026 +2
So, pay less up there and waste the savings coming back from wherever the pump is.  Most reservations are not around the corner, folks.
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txmail Apr 13, 2026 +1
The tribal station that is close to me usually has the most expensive gas.
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POFusr Apr 12, 2026 +1
This doesn't mean they'll charge less, and they shouldn't.
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ronreadingpa Apr 12, 2026
Supply is presumably from the same distributers, but underground storage tank maintenance may differ, such as excess water contamination. Also, possibility the pumps (dispensers) shortchanging customers. Does the state oversee tribal stations in the same way? If no, such abuses are more likely.
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