We love Southern California, but every once in a while we have to poke fun of this place and have a laugh. Although these maps are just plain silly, it’s hard not to wonder if this is how the rest of the world really sees us. Take a look at these 7 maps for a good SoCal chuckle, then ask yourself if any of these things actually sound familiar.

  1. According to this map, Southern California is…

Via static.boredpanda.com/and flipcollective.com Flat out broke!! At least we’re good at something.

  1. What Each State Googles The Most

Estately Okay, so we’re an opinionated bunch. There’s nothing wrong with that.

  1. Do you recognize these SoCal stereotypes?

flickr/alphadesigner Who comes up with this stuff? Apparently no one who has ever been to Southern California.

  1. Southern California Slang

ijreview Maybe they say Hella in Northern California, but not around these parts.

  1. Valentine’s Day Gifts by State

Estately Designer sleep apnea masks??! I can’t decide if that makes SoCal sound crazy or just fancy. Or maybe both!

  1. A Map of Every State’s Biggest Secrets

SomeNews/Happy Place Uh-oh. I think someone’s on to us.

  1. What British People Think of Southern California

Buzzfeed/Tom Phillips It’s comforting to know our neighbors across the pond think of sunshine, failed actors and Ron Burgundy when SoCal comes to mind. How nice to be so respected.

We all need a good laugh every once in a while. Even though it’s pretty silly stuff, we sure hope you had some fun.

Via static.boredpanda.com/and flipcollective.com

Flat out broke!! At least we’re good at something.

Estately

Okay, so we’re an opinionated bunch. There’s nothing wrong with that.

flickr/alphadesigner

Who comes up with this stuff? Apparently no one who has ever been to Southern California.

ijreview

Maybe they say Hella in Northern California, but not around these parts.

Designer sleep apnea masks??! I can’t decide if that makes SoCal sound crazy or just fancy. Or maybe both!

SomeNews/Happy Place

Uh-oh. I think someone’s on to us.

Buzzfeed/Tom Phillips

It’s comforting to know our neighbors across the pond think of sunshine, failed actors and Ron Burgundy when SoCal comes to mind. How nice to be so respected.

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