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California's 46th Congressional District (CA-46)

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Lou Correa, a Democrat, has represented the district since 2017.

The district includes part of Orange County.

According to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the district has a population of 757,342, a median household income of $89,883, and a median age of 35.1. Of residents 25 and older, 22.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Representative

Official portrait of Lou Correa, U.S. Representative for California's 46th District
Lou Correa

U.S. Representative for California's 46th District · Democrat

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2026 redistricting

California uses a new congressional map in 2026: AB 604 (Proposition 50), approved by voters Nov 4, 2025.

The 2026 election for CA-46 uses the new map's CA-46; the map on this page shows the district as currently drawn (119th Congress).

Source · All 2026 redistricting changes

2026 election

Correa has filed with the FEC to run for this seat in 2026. 3 candidates for the seat have reported receipts to the FEC.

3 candidates have reported raising money for the 2026 CA-46 race to the FEC.

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Candidates for CA-46 in 2026 who reported raising money to the FEC
CandidatePartyRaisedCash on handThrough
Lou Correa (incumbent)Democratic$1,226,104$2,479,554Jun 30
David PanRepublican$80,726$6,238Jun 30
Christian MendezDemocratic$2,317$35Jun 30

Includes primary candidates; FEC filings do not record primary results. FEC race page

District profile

Population
757,342
Median household income
$89,883
Median age
35.1
Bachelor's degree or higher
22.6%

Census Bureau, 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

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Neighboring districts

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