It is currently represented by Democrat Tina McKinnor of Hawthorne.

The district encompasses a section of southwestern Los Angeles County.

The 61st Assembly district is completely contained within the 35th Senate District, represented by Democrat Laura Richardson.

[2] In the United States House of Representatives, the 61st Assembly district is part of the California's 43rd congressional district, represented by Democrat Maxine Waters.

[3] Due to redistricting, the 61st district has been moved around different parts of the state.