California Gas Prices Lead U.S. Amid Refinery Troubles

California continues to have the highest average gas prices in the U.S., with the current rate at $4.84 per gallon, significantly higher than the national average of $3.16. Factors contributing to these high prices include ongoing refinery repairs, the production of summer blend gasoline, and reduced refining capacity in the Bay Area. Other states such as Hawaii and Washington follow with high prices, while Nevada and Arizona are experiencing increases partly due to their reliance on California refineries. In Nevada, prices have risen to $3.87 per gallon, influenced by California's refinery issues and summer blend production. Additionally, Phoenix has seen a 50-cent increase per gallon, exacerbated by a refinery fire and growing demand. These regional discrepancies highlight the impact of supply chain issues and regional dependencies on fuel prices.