CALIFORNIA
California Divorce Statistics 2025
Comprehensive divorce data for the most populous state in the nation
State Divorce Rate
2.5per 1,000
Annual Filings
135,000
Average Duration
9.1years
Median Cost
$17,500
Divorce Filings by County
| County | Annual Filings | Rate per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County | 42,500 | 3.1 |
| San Diego County | 12,800 | 2.9 |
| Orange County | 11,200 | 2.7 |
| Riverside County | 9,800 | 3.2 |
| San Bernardino County | 8,900 | 3.4 |
| Santa Clara County | 6,700 | 2.3 |
| Alameda County | 5,900 | 2.5 |
| Sacramento County | 5,600 | 2.8 |
California Divorce Facts
- California is a community property state
- 6-month residency requirement before filing
- No-fault divorce only (irreconcilable differences)
- 6-month waiting period from service to finalization
- Summary dissolution available for qualifying couples
Cost Breakdown
Filing Fees
$435-$450
Uncontested (no attorney)
$1,500-$3,000
Mediated Divorce
$5,000-$8,000
Contested (with attorneys)
$15,000-$50,000+
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