I think the states should be based on geographical divisions and regional economic ties.
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California statewide |
37,325,068 | $61,400 |
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| Yerba Buena | 7,171,582 | $78,607 |
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| Northern California | 3,369,895 | $53,701 |
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| Southern California | 21,616,250 | $60,562 |
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| Central California | 5,167,341 | $50,891 |
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Sources: 2012 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, California Secretary of State.
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