text: what is the congressional district of california? please help me i need help on my social stdies homework the state of california is divided into 53 congressional districts, meaning this state elects 53 of the 435 members of congress.  you will find a list of the districts at this site. just click on the number of the district you live in to get more information about that district. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/california_congressional_district  s