Majority of Californians Say They're Worse Off - Central Coast News KION/KCBA

For a record sixth straight year, more Californians than not say they're worse off than a year ago, according to a new Field Poll released Friday.

California's unemployment rate was in the double digits for years before falling under 10 percent last fall. Still, unemployment remains a "very serious" concern for 61 percent of voters, and a combined 62 percent think the jobs picture will get worse or won't change.

"This is the longest stretch of hard times we've ever seen," said Field Poll director Mark DiCamillo. "The severity of this downturn is a record in modern times."

When asked to assess their personal finances, 44 percent of voters said they're worse off. Another 30 percent said they are better off. The rest, 26 percent, said their finances haven't changed.