California's Largest Recorded Earthquakes Since 1800 Ranked by Magnitude
Historical Context and Magnitude Threshold
California is a seismically active region, experiencing numerous earthquakes of varying magnitudes. To provide a comprehensive understanding of the state's earthquake history, this article lists California's most significant earthquakes with a magnitude of 6.5 or greater since 1800.Significant Earthquakes over Magnitude 6.5
The table below presents a chronological listing of California's largest earthquakes, ranked by magnitude:| Date | Location | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| 1857 | Fort Tejon | 7.9 |
| 1906 | San Francisco | 7.8 |
| 1952 | Kern County | 7.3 |
| 1971 | San Fernando | 6.6 |
| 1979 | Imperial Valley | 6.5 |
| 1989 | Loma Prieta | 6.9 |
| 1992 | Landers | 7.3 |
| 1994 | Northridge | 6.7 |
| 2003 | San Simeon | 6.5 |
| 2019 | Ridgecrest | 7.1 |
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