How did COVID-19 affect people in California?
Note: This page is no longer being updated. This data was aggregated from national and state sources. As of July 2023, data collection and updates by federal, state, and local agencies was less comprehensive than in previous years.
11.3M
102K
How many COVID-19 cases were reported during the pandemic in California?
In California, average new cases per day peaked in January 2022.
7-day average of new cases, January 2020–July 2023
How many COVID-19 deaths were there in California during the pandemic?
In California, COVID-19 deaths peaked in January 2021.
7-day average of new deaths, January 2020–July 2023
Which county had the most cases and deaths in the state?
Total cases and deaths by county.
January 2020–July 2023
| 1. | Los Angeles County | 3.53M |
| 2. | San Diego County | 991,600 |
| 3. | Riverside County | 742,100 |
| 4. | Orange County | 726,300 |
| 5. | San Bernardino County | 717,600 |
| 6. | Santa Clara County | 488,300 |
| 7. | Alameda County | 389,300 |
| 8. | Sacramento County | 379,300 |
| 9. | Fresno County | 299,200 |
| 10. | Contra Costa County | 279,300 |
How many people are vaccinated in California?
Percent of people receiving at least one dose or fully vaccinated, May 2023
How many COVID-19 vaccine doses have been delivered and administered in California?
Delivered and administered vaccine doses, January 2021—May 2023
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