Jim Costa
Rep · Democrat · District 21 · CA
Where they stand
Every rated House member for the selected period — dots are members, the shaded band is the middle 50% of each party, the tick is the party median.
Trend vs. medians
Jim Costa's score per year against the House, party, and Congress-wide medians (rated members only).
By issue category
Jim Costa vs. the Democrat median and the House median, per issue category.
Standout votes
Votes where Jim Costa broke from the Democrat majority in the House.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rep. Jim Costa's voting record?
Rep. Jim Costa (D-CA-21) earned a 31% ILA score for 2025, far out of step with limited-government principles. Across 4 years rated, Jim Costa's lifetime ILA score averages 18%. Jim Costa represents California's 21st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
How aligned is Jim Costa with limited-government principles?
Jim Costa earned a 31% ILA score in 2025. Jim Costa is far out of step with limited-government principles.
What is Jim Costa's ILA score?
Jim Costa has a 31% ILA score for 2025. Across 4 years rated, Jim Costa's lifetime average is 18%.
Where does Jim Costa serve?
Rep. Jim Costa (D-CA-21) represents California's 21st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives as a Democrat.