CNBC 2025 · #22 of 50
California
ModerateImproved 1 rank since CNBC 2024 (#23 → #22)
Overall score
81 /100
Rank #22 of 50
Best for
Category snapshot
Top strengths
- Technology & Innovation #1
- Access to Capital #1
- Economy #12
Areas to improve
- Cost of Living #50
- Business Friendliness #48
Founder Lens highlight
VC-Backed — #5 of 50 · 65/100
StateCompass derived from CNBC category scores — not CNBC's official overall rank.