Due to the higher crude oil prices, California became the first state to witness gas prices top $3 a gallon since October and San Francisco has recorded the highest prices in the state, at $3.09 per gallon.

According to AAA's fuel gauge report, a medium grade fuel will cost you $3.20 per gallon at the same time as premium costs more than $3.25.

Average price for a gallon of gas in the country soared 0.6 cent to $2.66, according to AAA. It should be noted here that gas prices have been climbing bit by bit higher since April 29 and are up 63% since the beginning of the year.

In the Sacramento region, drivers have to foot the bill at the rate of $2.96 per gallon for regular grade, $3.15 for middle grade, and $3.20 for premium.

As far as gas prices are concerned, Yuba City is cheapest with $2.89 per gallon.
 
Troy Green, AAA spokesman, said gas prices could go beyond $3 per gallon in some other states also. 

Soaring gas prices are agonizing some analysts as it could avert an economic recovery.