California's 18th congressional district, Congressional district in San Francisco Bay Area, United States
California's 18th congressional district includes portions of Santa Clara and Monterey counties, stretching from eastern San Jose through Gilroy and Watsonville into the farmland of Salinas Valley. The region combines city neighborhoods with agricultural areas, forming a geographically and economically varied voting district.
The district was redrawn following the 2020 census, shifting focus from Silicon Valley to agricultural regions. This redistricting brought greater emphasis to the Salinas Valley area and its rural interests.
The district population reflects California's diversity with 65 percent Hispanic residents, 18 percent White residents, and 11 percent Asian American residents.
Residents can verify their voting information by entering their address in online tools to determine their congressional representative. Contact your representative directly through congressional websites to submit questions or concerns.
The district's geographic composition combines urban areas of San Jose with agricultural regions of Monterey County, creating varied economic interests.
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