How Many Atheists Live in California?
Are you an atheist living in California? You're not alone!
1 in 10 residents of The Golden State identify as atheist or agnostic.
According to the Pew Research Center, 27% of Californians identify as religiously “Unaffiliated,” with 4% of those identifying as “Atheists” and 5% identifying as “Agnostic.”
That’s the largest non-Christian identity by a mile!
Atheists and agnostics alone make up a larger demographic than all non-Christian faith identities (Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, and Other) COMBINED!
Who Are California's Atheists?
While atheists can be found in every demographic, some groups show stronger affiliation with a secular identity in California:
Youth: Gen X, Millenial, and Gen Z Californians are far more likely to identify as atheists compared to older generations.
Highly Educated: Atheists in California are on average more educated than other religious identities.
Male: Men are currently more comfortable identifying as atheists or agnostics than women. Privilege and intersectionality likely have a lot to do with this.
Should I Join an Atheist Community?
If you're an atheist in California and looking to connect with like-minded individuals, consider joining Atheists United. Our organization is dedicated to promoting human rights, defending religious liberty, and fostering a supportive community.
We have chapters in San Louis Obsipo, Santa Clarita, and Antelope Valley, along with dozens of meetups around Greater Los Angeles.
By joining Atheists United, you can contribute to a growing movement of secular individuals who are making a positive impact on society. Together, we can create a more inclusive and pluralistic world.
Want to learn more or get involved?
Become a member of Atheists United (Memberships start as low as $2/month) or contact your local chapter today.
