California

Governor
Gavin Newsom (Democratic)

Population
39.36 million

Number of Senators
2 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
52 U.S. House members

California became the 31st state on September 9, 1850. Its civic life reflects the Gold Rush, immigration, agriculture, technology, entertainment, Pacific trade, environmental policy, and some of the nation’s largest and most diverse metropolitan areas. State government is centered in Sacramento.

Overview

California became the 31st state on September 9, 1850. Its civic life reflects the Gold Rush, immigration, agriculture, technology, entertainment, Pacific trade, environmental policy, and some of the nation’s largest and most diverse metropolitan areas. State government is centered in Sacramento.