California
The Golden State features diverse geography and climate, entertainment industry, tech hubs, and agricultural production. Home to Silicon Valley and Hollywood.
Capital: Sacramento
Population: 39.24 million
Electoral Votes: 54
Governor: Gavin Newsom (Democratic)
Largest City: Los Angeles
State Website: ca.gov
Next Election: November 3, 2026
State Information
Joined The Union: 9/9/1850
Minimum Wage: $16.50
Motto: “Eureka (I have found it)”
Nickname: The Golden State
Legislature: Bicameral
Age & Gender
Average Age: 37 years
Male: 49.7%
Female: 50.3%
Economic Data
Average Income: $91,905
Income Rank: 6
Poverty Rate: 11.6%
Annual Budget: $308 billion
Largest Private Employer: Kaiser Permanente
Housing & Property
Average Home Price: $765,800
Average Rent: $2,195
Property Tax Rate: 0.77%
Home Owners: 54.6%
Renters: 45.4%
Education Levels
High School Diploma: 83.3%
Some College: 30.5%
Bachelor’s Degree: {bachelor’sdegree[1]}%
Graduate Degree: 13.1%
Education Ranking: 20
Health & Safety
Health Ranking: 12
Crime Rate: 441.2 per 100k
Population Density: 253.7 per sq mi
