Welcome to Southern California!

Below you will find links to detailed Community Guides that offer a comprehensive look at seven Southern California counties. This is a great way to begin your initial search of the area from the comfort of your home or office. You will find information on demographics, education, community services, entertainment, culture, sports, healthcare, shopping, attractions, California lifestyles and area profiles. Get more information on our relocation programs or if you would like to speak to a relocation counselor.

Southern California Community Guides:

• Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties
• Los Angeles, Ventura and Riverside Counties
• Orange County
• San Diego County

Helpful Websites:

• Official California State Web Site
• Search for official City Web sites, at the League of California Cities
• National Parks in California
• California State Parks

California State Facts

State Capital: Sacramento
Population: 38,330,000
Land Area: 163,707 square miles
Largest City: Los Angeles
Highest Point: Mt. Whitney (14,494 feet above sea level)
Lowest Point: Death Valley (282 feet below sea level)
Admission to Statehood: September 9, 1850 (31st state)
Border States: Arizona, Nevada, Oregon
State Nickname: Golden State
State Motto: Eureka (I have found it!)
State Song: I Love You, California
State Bird: California Valley Quail
State Flower: California Poppy (Eschscholtzia californica)
State Tree: Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) and Giant Redwood (Sequoia gigantea)