The Mrs. California - America Pageant conducts judging just as it is done in the Mrs. America Pageant.

Fitness in Swimsuit - 25%
Poise in Evening Gown - 25%
Communication Skills - 25%
Beauty - 25%

The following Special Awards are not taken into the judges' consideration or tallies:

Mrs. Congeniality - voted by the contestants
Best in Swimsuit
Best in Evening Gown
Most Creative Mask
Marie F. Kallay Married Woman of the Year, Director's Award