California Congressional Districts 2026
California has 52 congressional seats in the US House of Representatives. Most competitive: CA-13 (Central Valley, R lean), CA-22 (Fresno, R lean), CA-27 (LA suburbs, D lean), CA-40 (LA/OC, R+5), CA-45 (Orange County, toss-up), CA-47 (Orange County, D lean).
California House Districts Overview
| District | Rating | Region / Key Area | 2024 Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA-13 | Republican | Central Valley/Merced | R+5 |
| CA-22 | Republican | Fresno/Tulare | R+6 |
| CA-27 | Democratic lean | San Gabriel Valley | D+4 |
| CA-40 | Republican | LA/OC border | R+5 |
| CA-45 | Republican | Orange County | R+2 |
| CA-47 | Democratic lean | Orange County coast | D+3 |
| CA-3 | Republican | NorCal rural/Elk Grove | R+8 |
| CA-49 | Democratic | San Diego North Coast | D+7 |
District Analysis
California has 52 congressional seats — the most of any state. The state's independent redistricting commission created several competitive seats. Republicans hold CA-22 (David Valadao), CA-40 (Young Kim), CA-45 (Michelle Steel), and CA-3 (Kevin Kiley). CA-13, CA-27, and CA-47 are among the most watched races of 2026.
2026 Race Outlook
Most competitive districts in California for 2026: CA-13 (Central Valley, R lean), CA-22 (Fresno, R lean), CA-27 (LA suburbs, D lean), CA-40 (LA/OC, R+5), CA-45 (Orange County, toss-up), CA-47 (Orange County, D lean).
The 2026 midterm election will be held on November 3, 2026. Primary elections in California are typically held in the spring or summer of 2026. Candidates begin filing in late 2025 or early 2026, depending on California election law.