Long Beach, CA Local Data & Statistics

State: CA

Total population: 455,548 Household income: $87,430 Rent: $1,871

Overview

Total population

455,548

Rent

$1,871

Year built

1959

Household income

$87,430

Per capita income

$44,575

Poverty rate

14.8%

Unemployment rate

5.5%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

53.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

California

Total population

455,548

Adults over 25

320,646

Total households

170,927

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$87,430

Per capita income

$44,575

Poverty rate

14.8%

Unemployment rate

5.5%

Rent over 30% of income

53.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,871

Year built

1959

Households that rent

58.8%

Households that own

41.2%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

38.3%

Black

11.8%

Asian

13.1%

Two or more races

16.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

43.8%

Not Hispanic or Latino

56.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

83.8%

Commute time to work

30 mins

Work from home

16.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

36.3%

High school graduate or GED

18.3%

Some college or associate degree

9.8%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

35.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Long Beach, CA with: California United States

Long Beach, CA

Total population455,548

Rent$1,871

Year built1959

Household income$87,430

Per capita income$44,575

Poverty rate14.8%

Unemployment rate5.5%

California State

Total population39,287,377

Rent$2,036

Year built1976

Household income$99,122

Per capita income$49,513

Poverty rate12%

Unemployment rate5.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityLong Beach, CA	StateCalifornia	CountryUnited States
Total population	455,548	39,287,377	334,922,499
Rent	$1,871	$2,036	$1,413
Year built	1959	1976	1980
Household income	$87,430	$99,122	$80,734
Per capita income	$44,575	$49,513	$44,673
Poverty rate	14.8%	12%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	5.5%	5.3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Long Beach, CA, California and United States →

Summary for Long Beach, CA

Long Beach is located in California.

Rent & Income

In Long Beach, the typical monthly rent is $1,871 and the typical household income is $87,430. Rent here is lower than California and higher than the U.S., and household income is lower than California and higher than the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 14.8%, which is higher than in both California and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 58.8% of households, making this a predominantly renter area. About 53.1% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 35.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is similar to California and higher than the national rate.

Long Beach, CA — Rent vs Household Income

Long Beach, CA — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Long Beach, CA compares in California (180 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,871	57 / 180	from lower rent	$1,148 – $3,501
Household income	$87,430	129 / 180	from higher income	$57,719 – $234,707
Poverty rate	14.8%	151 / 180	from lower poverty	4.1% – 26.5%
Unemployment rate	5.5%	141 / 180	from lower unemployment	2.9% – 18.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in California with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Long Beach, CA

Rent

Long Beach ranks 57th out of 180 large places in California for rent. Statewide rents range from $1,148 in Porterville, CA to $3,501 in Cupertino, CA.

Household income

Looking at household income, Long Beach places 129th out of 180 significant areas. Incomes across California range between $57,719 in Hemet, CA and $234,707 in Cupertino, CA.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Long Beach ranks 151st out of 180 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 4.1% in Cupertino, CA to 26.5% in Davis, CA.

Unemployment rate

Long Beach places 141st among 180 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.9% to 18.2%.

💰 Rent in Long Beach, CA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,871 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Long Beach, CA

Annual Household Income: $87,430

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Long Beach, CA

Estimated Rate: 14.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Long Beach, CA

In Long Beach, CA, households that rent: 100,564 (58.8%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	100,564	58.8%
Owner-Occupied	70,363	41.2%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Long Beach, CA

In Long Beach, CA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 53,421 (53.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	53,421	53.1%
Other renter households	47,143	46.9%
Total renter households	100,564	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Long Beach, CA

Less than High School: 116,339 people (36.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 58,609 people (18.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 31,500 people (9.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 114,198 people (35.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 320,646

📊 Unemployment Rate in Long Beach, CA

Estimated Rate: 5.5%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.