California Fast Facts
Coordinates
37°N 120°W
Official language
English
Demonym
Californian
Capital
Sacramento
Largest city
Los Angeles
Directory Assistance
For local numbers, dial 411; long-distance, 1 plus area code plus 555-1212; toll-free, (800) 555-1212.
Toll-Free Calls
Not all 800, 877, and 888 numbers work outside the U.S. Try a direct toll number or a fax.
Emergency
You can call 911 toll free from any public telephone to obtain police, fire, or medical assistance.
Time
Pacific: GMT – 8 (GMT – 7 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November).
Population
36.6 million (official estimate 2007).
Population Density
89.3 per sq km.
Capital
Sacramento.
Nickname
Golden State.
Driving Regulations
By law, everyone in a vehicle must wear a seatbelt, and motorcyclists must wear a helmet.
