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California's 52nd Congressional District (CA-52)

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Juan Vargas, a Democrat, has represented the district since 2023.

The district includes part of San Diego County.

According to the Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the district has a population of 757,541, a median household income of $86,750, and a median age of 35.9. Of residents 25 and older, 25.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

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Official portrait of Juan Vargas, U.S. Representative for California's 52nd District
Juan Vargas

U.S. Representative for California's 52nd 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-52 uses the new map's CA-52; the map on this page shows the district as currently drawn (119th Congress).

Source · All 2026 redistricting changes

2026 election

Vargas 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-52 race to the FEC.

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Candidates for CA-52 in 2026 who reported raising money to the FEC
CandidatePartyRaisedCash on handThrough
Juan Vargas (incumbent)Democratic$568,520$163,676Jun 30
Jeffery BelleRepublican$25,498$1,364Jun 30
Frances Yasmeen MotiwallaDemocratic$5,361$4,622Jun 30

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

District profile

Population
757,541
Median household income
$86,750
Median age
35.9
Bachelor's degree or higher
25.3%

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

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Neighboring districts

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