California Sex Offender Information
This page provides a state-level overview of registered-offender listings in California, including totals, per-capita density, and ZIP Code-level breakdowns. Data is drawn from publicly available registry listing records and population estimates. Use this page to understand statewide patterns and to explore ZIP Codes within California.
Important: Registry listings are shaped by state laws, enforcement practices, and registration duration. These statistics do not measure offense prevalence or individual risk.
Last updated: January 2026 • Data coverage: 50-state public registry listing records
Quick Facts
- State: California (CA)
- Official registry: Visit California official registry
- Last updated: January 2026
- Data coverage: 50-state public registry listing records (excluding territories)
State-Level Statistics
Interpretation
Per-capita density (per 100,000 residents) is the best way to compare registry listing levels across states. Differences across states can reflect legal definitions, registration requirements, duration rules, and public reporting practices—not underlying offending behavior.
Top ZIP Codes in California
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Total Registry Listings
This table highlights ZIP Codes with the highest total number of registered offenders based on publicly available registry data. Rankings reflect raw volume only and do not account for population size.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Registry Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 95206 | 338 |
| 2 | 90003 | 322 |
| 3 | 95205 | 319 |
| 4 | 93706 | 305 |
| 5 | 92509 | 304 |
| 6 | 90044 | 288 |
| 7 | 93722 | 285 |
| 8 | 90037 | 264 |
| 9 | 95112 | 246 |
| 10 | 93307 | 231 |
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Registry Listing Density (per 100,000 residents)
This table ranks ZIP Codes by the number of registered sex offenders per capita to provide population-adjusted context. ZIPs with missing or zero population in ACS data were excluded to avoid invalid values.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Listings | Population | Density /100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90073 | 20 | 1,053 | 1,899.3 |
| 2 | 90021 | 55 | 3,152 | 1,744.9 |
| 3 | 95202 | 110 | 6,426 | 1,711.8 |
| 4 | 90013 | 207 | 14,891 | 1,390.1 |
| 5 | 93453 | 24 | 2,003 | 1,198.2 |
| 6 | 93701 | 114 | 10,258 | 1,111.3 |
| 7 | 90014 | 105 | 9,540 | 1,100.6 |
| 8 | 95464 | 26 | 2,417 | 1,075.7 |
| 9 | 95968 | 14 | 1,346 | 1,040.1 |
| 10 | 93544 | 12 | 1,201 | 999.2 |
Key Finding: In California, registry listings are geographically concentrated: a small number of ZIP Codes account for a meaningful share of the statewide total.
How Registration Works in California
State Registry Links
- California official registry: https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov/
- National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW): https://www.nsopw.gov/
Registration Basics
- Who must register: People convicted of specified registerable offenses under California's Sex Offender Registration Act must register. This includes many felony and misdemeanor sex offenses and certain other offenses designated by statute. California also has separate provisions for when a juvenile is ordered to register.Cal. Penal Code § 290, § 290.008, § 290.015
- How long registration lasts: California uses a tiered registration system. Minimum registration periods are generally: Tier 1 (at least 10 years), Tier 2 (at least 20 years), Tier 3 (generally lifetime). Some registrants in Tier 1 or Tier 2 may petition to terminate the duty to register after the minimum period (subject to eligibility rules). Registration continues unless and until a court grants relief.Cal. Penal Code § 290.5
- Public visibility: California DOJ maintains the public Megan's Law website, but not every registrant is publicly listed. The information displayed online is limited to what California law authorizes for internet disclosure.Cal. Penal Code § 290.46
- Address changes / compliance: California requires ongoing in-person registration maintenance with the local registering agency. Annual update is generally within 5 working days of the registrant's birthday. If transient (no fixed residence), additional reporting requirements apply, including at least every 30 days, plus the annual update. Other changes must be reported in the manner and timeframe required by California's registration statutes. Failure to comply can result in criminal penalties.Cal. Penal Code § 290.011, § 290.015
Update Cadence: Registry records and registration obligations may change as people move, update information, change tier status, or obtain court-ordered relief. This content reflects a general overview and may not represent real-time registry data.
FAQs about California Sex Offender Registry
Does this data show risk or crime rates?
No. It reflects registry listings, which are shaped by law and administration.
Why are some ZIP Codes higher than others?
Differences can reflect population density, housing patterns, supervision rules, and reporting practices.
Is this the same as the state's official registry?
This page summarizes public listing records and links to the official registry for verification.
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Last updated: January 2026
Methodology: California registry data sourced from CA DOJ Megan's Law and cross-referenced with NSOPW records.