Who represents me?
Quick answer
In the US, you can find your member of the House of Representatives by entering your ZIP code or address at house.gov (“Find Your Representative”), and your two senators by choosing your state at senate.gov. USA.gov has a tool to find all your elected officials, from the president to your local leaders.
Your elected officials at each level
| Level | Officials | How many represent you |
|---|---|---|
| Federal | President, Vice President | 1 each |
| Congress | US Senators | 2 per state |
| Congress | US Representative | 1, based on your district |
| State | Governor, state senator, state representative | Varies by state |
| Local | Mayor, city council, county officials, school board | Varies |
There are 100 senators and 435 voting representatives in Congress. Washington, D.C., and US territories have non-voting delegates.
Why use your full address?
ZIP codes can cross district lines, so the same ZIP may have two or more representatives. Entering your full street address gives the most accurate result.
How to contact them
- Phone their Washington or local office. Calls are often counted by staff tracking public opinion.
- Email through the contact form on their official website.
- Town halls and local office visits.
State who you are, where you live, the issue or bill you’re contacting them about, and what you want them to do.
What they can help with
Congressional offices can help with federal agency problems, such as Social Security, veterans’ benefits, the IRS and passports. For passport timing, see how to renew a passport. For state and local issues, contact your state or local officials.
Getting ready for an election? See how to vote in the US. In the UK, the equivalent question is who is my MP.
Sources
Still curious?
Jump to a random question from the archive.