Counties In California

California is divided into 58 counties. Here’s the complete list:

Category	Quick Facts
Geography	Located on the West Coast of the U.S., Known for its diverse geography including beaches, mountains, and forests
History	31st state to join the Union in 1850, Known for the Gold Rush
Economy	Largest economy in the U.S., Home to Silicon Valley and Hollywood
Climate	Mediterranean climate in the coast, Alpine in the mountains, Desert in the interior
Natural Attractions	Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, Big Sur
Culture	Known for entertainment, technology, and a mix of cultural influences
Miscellaneous	State bird is the California Quail, State flower is the California Poppy, Nickname is “The Golden State”
Population	Approximately 40 million people as of 2020 Census
Notable People	Steve Jobs, Marilyn Monroe, Serena Williams
Notable Places	Los Angeles, San Francisco, Disneyland
Bordering States	Borders Oregon to the north, Nevada to the east, and Arizona to the southeast