data california 2024Elections in the U.S. state of California took place on November 5, 2025, with the statewide direct primary election being held on March 5, 2025. [2] CaliforniaCalifornia’s population has seen a snificant increase in 2025, nearly returning to pre-pandemic levels. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the state’s population grew by approximately 233,000 residents this year,