California Unclaimed Property: How to Find & Claim Your Money

California holds more unclaimed property than any other state in the country, and the dollar amount keeps growing every year. If you have ever lived, worked, or held a financial account in California, there is a meaningful chance the State Controller's Office is holding money that legally belongs to you.

Reviewed by David Dorfman, CEO & President of Claimio. Last updated 2026-04-24.