LA Election Map Reveals Shocking Raman-Bass Divide

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LA election results reveal a sharp geographic divide between Mayor-elect Nithya Raman and incumbent Karen Bass, with Raman’s strongest support concentrated in East Los Angeles and parts of the San Fernando Valley.

An ABC7 analysis of precinct-level results shows how neighborhood voting patterns shaped the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral race. The interactive breakdown, based on results representing 67% of the expected vote, highlights a city divided across regional, political and community lines.

LA Election Map Shows a Dramatic Geographic Divide

Precincts with stronger support for Raman are marked in yellow, while areas where Bass performed better appear in purple. The visual divide offers a detailed look at how voters in different parts of Los Angeles responded to the two candidates.

According to the analysis, Raman secured the mayor’s office largely through strong results in East Los Angeles and a solid showing in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Her performance demonstrated the importance of neighborhood-level support in a city where political preferences can shift dramatically from one precinct to the next.

The results also offer an unusually close look at voting behavior within individual communities. Rather than showing a uniform citywide trend, the map reveals pockets of decisive support for both candidates.

Raman’s Strongest Areas Included East Los Angeles

Raman posted especially strong numbers in Boyle Heights. In one precinct, she won more than two-thirds of the vote, giving her a significant advantage in a community that has expressed frustration with City Hall over the Lineage fire.

Her support was also notable in East Los Angeles more broadly. The area became one of the key parts of the coalition that helped push Raman ahead in the mayoral contest.

Raman also performed strongly in Los Feliz, located within her own City Council District 4. The district stretches from Griffith Park through Los Feliz and west toward Encino, making the results there particularly significant for understanding her local political base.

Bass Held Firm in Several Valley Precincts

Although Raman performed well in parts of the San Fernando Valley, Bass carried some Valley precincts decisively. In one Studio City precinct, Bass received nearly 70% of the vote. She also collected nearly 70% support in an Encino precinct.

The contrast within District 4 underscores the complexity of the race. While Raman had strong support in Los Feliz and other areas, Bass remained competitive in several higher-turnout neighborhoods farther west.

The Pacific Palisades delivered another powerful result for Bass. Despite tensions in the neighborhood and criticism related to her absence from the country during the 2025 Los Angeles fires, Bass received more than 70% of the vote there.

The Palisades result stands out because the area had faced nearly two years of strain with Bass. Even with that criticism, voters there gave the outgoing mayor a commanding level of support.

What the Results Could Mean for Los Angeles

The precinct-level results show that the mayoral race was shaped by more than a simple citywide preference. Local concerns, community identity, public safety debates and confidence in City Hall all appear to have influenced the outcome.

For Raman, the results provide a strong mandate in several diverse and heavily populated parts of Los Angeles. Her victories in East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights and portions of the Valley helped create the path to City Hall.

For Bass, strong performances in the Palisades, Studio City and Encino demonstrate that she maintained a substantial base of support despite losing the overall race. Those results may continue to influence the city’s political conversation as the transition to a new administration begins.

• Raman’s strongest support came from East Los Angeles and parts of the San Fernando Valley.
• She won more than two-thirds of the vote in one Boyle Heights precinct.
• Bass approached 70% in separate precincts in Studio City and Encino.
• Bass exceeded 70% support in the Pacific Palisades.
• The analysis covered precinct results representing 67% of the expected vote.

The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk provided the precinct-level election data analyzed by ABC7. Voters can use their neighborhood precinct information to compare local results and better understand how their communities contributed to the final outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the LA election map show?

The map shows precinct-level support for Nithya Raman and Karen Bass across Los Angeles. Yellow areas indicate stronger support for Raman, while purple areas indicate stronger support for Bass.

Where did Nithya Raman perform best?

Raman’s strongest support came from East Los Angeles, Boyle Heights and parts of the San Fernando Valley. She also performed strongly in Los Feliz.

Where did Karen Bass receive strong support?

Bass performed especially well in the Pacific Palisades, Studio City and Encino. She received more than 70% support in the Palisades and nearly 70% in selected Valley precincts.

How much of the vote was represented in the analysis?

The ABC7 analysis was based on precinct-level results representing 67% of the expected vote at the time of publication.

Why are precinct-level results important?

Precinct-level results reveal differences between neighborhoods that may be hidden by citywide totals. They help show how local issues and community preferences shaped the mayoral race.