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Long Beach Overview

462,293
TOTAL POPULATION
228,674
MALE POPULATION
233,619
FEMALE POPULATION
97.88
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$39,589
PER CAPITA INCOME
$89,469
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$78,995
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
22.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
77.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,786
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
251,514
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Long Beach Zip Codes

Long Beach Area Codes

Race in Long Beach

The most populous races in Long Beach are Hispanic or Latino (203,754 | 44.1%), White / Caucasian (202,778 | 43.9%), and Some other Race (84,171 | 18.2%).
Race in Long Beach
Race# Population% Population
Asian58,59212.7%
Black / African American55,62312.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific2,9260.6%
Hispanic or Latino203,75444.1%
Native / Alaskan5,8071.3%
White / Caucasian202,77843.9%
Two or more Races52,39611.3%
Some other Race84,17118.2%
Total462,293100.0%

Ancestry in Long Beach

The most populous ancestries reported in Long Beach are Mexican (165,008 | 35.7%), Korean (26,313 | 5.7%), German (25,439 | 5.5%), Irish (23,186 | 5.0%), and Central American (21,245 | 4.6%), together accounting for 56.5% of all Long Beach residents.
Ancestry in Long Beach
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan570.0%
African2,0850.4%
Alaska Native210.0%
Albanian1100.0%
Alsatian50.0%
American8,4341.8%
Apache4870.1%
Arab1,8800.4%
Arapaho60.0%
Argentinean1,0720.2%
Armenian1,0180.2%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac270.0%
Australian2400.1%
Austrian7990.2%
Bahamian270.0%
Bangladeshi2030.0%
Barbadian150.0%
Basque1900.0%
Belgian3980.1%
Belizean7960.2%
Bermudan110.0%
Bhutanese4,3920.9%
Blackfeet3700.1%
Bolivian1930.0%
Brazilian1,0590.2%
British2,3410.5%
British West Indian740.0%
Bulgarian630.0%
Burmese3,8030.8%
Cajun500.0%
Cambodian270.0%
Canadian9710.2%
Cape Verdean460.0%
Celtic250.0%
Central American21,2454.6%
Central American Indian1,1740.3%
Cherokee7900.2%
Cheyenne1370.0%
Chickasaw2030.0%
Chilean2680.1%
Chippewa500.0%
Choctaw3630.1%
Colombian1,7470.4%
Comanche540.0%
Costa Rican4240.1%
Cree390.0%
Creek1480.0%
Croatian4130.1%
Cuban1,3400.3%
Cypriot300.0%
Czech1,0160.2%
Czechoslovakian2780.1%
Danish1,3670.3%
Delaware70.0%
Dominican3610.1%
Dutch2,6700.6%
Dutch West Indian530.0%
Eastern European1,0900.2%
Ecuadorian1,2740.3%
Egyptian6670.1%
English20,7474.5%
Estonian440.0%
Ethiopian590.0%
European5,5831.2%
Fijian170.0%
Filipino4950.1%
Finnish6120.1%
French5,9011.3%
French American Indian330.0%
French Canadian1,1110.2%
German25,4395.5%
German Russian190.0%
Ghanaian280.0%
Greek1,7900.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro5820.1%
Guatemalan6,6071.4%
Guyanese1180.0%
Haitian1530.0%
Honduran4,4741.0%
Hopi100.0%
Hungarian9440.2%
Icelander930.0%
Indian (Asian)7,3591.6%
Indonesian780.0%
Inupiat90.0%
Iranian1,3830.3%
Iraqi40.0%
Irish23,1865.0%
Iroquois970.0%
Israeli3100.1%
Italian13,0882.8%
Jamaican1,2500.3%
Japanese17,8663.9%
Jordanian330.0%
Kenyan1700.0%
Korean26,3135.7%
Laotian3310.1%
Latvian1170.0%
Lebanese4650.1%
Lithuanian4470.1%
Luxembourger290.0%
Macedonian390.0%
Malaysian1,4690.3%
Maltese80.0%
Mexican165,00835.7%
Mexican American Indian2,9470.6%
Mongolian270.0%
Moroccan60.0%
Native Hawaiian1,3430.3%
Navajo1660.0%
New Zealander450.0%
Nicaraguan1,3120.3%
Nigerian5570.1%
Northern European6250.1%
Norwegian3,2060.7%
Okinawan100.0%
Osage20.0%
Ottawa160.0%
Pakistani1,7070.4%
Palestinian1110.0%
Panamanian2820.1%
Paraguayan20.0%
Pennsylvania German490.0%
Peruvian1,3310.3%
Pima1620.0%
Polish5,1861.1%
Portuguese1,3130.3%
Pueblo230.0%
Puerto Rican3,0850.7%
Romanian1940.0%
Russian2,9840.6%
Salvadoran8,0081.7%
Samoan1,6580.4%
Scandinavian1,1860.3%
Scotch-Irish1,8340.4%
Scottish4,0470.9%
Seminole70.0%
Serbian1460.0%
Shoshone100.0%
Sioux1810.0%
Slavic890.0%
Slovak3130.1%
Slovene840.0%
South African1330.0%
South American6,0291.3%
South American Indian720.0%
Soviet Union130.0%
Spaniard1,6620.4%
Spanish1,1270.2%
Spanish American1490.0%
Spanish American Indian170.0%
Sri Lankan3,8800.8%
Subsaharan African3,5470.8%
Sudanese2860.1%
Swedish2,7600.6%
Swiss6330.1%
Syrian620.0%
Thai3,0400.7%
Tlingit-Haida190.0%
Tohono O'Odham870.0%
Tongan3740.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian2130.1%
Turkish4110.1%
Ukrainian8090.2%
Uruguayan80.0%
Venezuelan1020.0%
Vietnamese4800.1%
Welsh1,6620.4%
West Indian2040.0%
Yakama180.0%
Yaqui1270.0%
Yugoslavian1760.0%
Yuman300.0%
Yup'ik270.0%
Zimbabwean190.0%
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Immigrants in Long Beach

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Long Beach came from Latin America (68,679 | 14.9%), Central America (63,597 | 13.8%), Mexico (52,140 | 11.3%), Asia (34,670 | 7.5%), and South Eastern Asia (26,530 | 5.7%), together accounting for 53.1% of all Long Beach residents.
Immigrants in Long Beach
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan220.0%
Africa2,1850.5%
Albania240.0%
Argentina6420.1%
Armenia520.0%
Asia34,6707.5%
Australia1370.0%
Austria170.0%
Bahamas200.0%
Bangladesh3220.1%
Barbados10.0%
Belarus210.0%
Belgium1070.0%
Belize3870.1%
Bolivia1260.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1340.0%
Brazil9650.2%
Bulgaria140.0%
Cabo Verde90.0%
Cambodia8,0961.8%
Cameroon270.0%
Canada1,2710.3%
Caribbean1,1570.3%
Central America63,59713.8%
Chile2150.1%
China1,9410.4%
Colombia9040.2%
Costa Rica1970.0%
Croatia330.0%
Cuba3750.1%
Czechoslovakia2540.1%
Denmark710.0%
Dominica70.0%
Dominican Republic1820.0%
Eastern Africa4820.1%
Eastern Asia4,5611.0%
Eastern Europe1,9450.4%
Ecuador1790.0%
Egypt4610.1%
El Salvador4,3220.9%
England6560.1%
Eritrea150.0%
Ethiopia570.0%
Europe5,7601.3%
Fiji1160.0%
France3380.1%
Germany7330.2%
Ghana410.0%
Greece1310.0%
Guatemala3,1900.7%
Guyana180.0%
Haiti510.0%
Honduras2,5440.5%
Hong Kong1530.0%
Hungary630.0%
India1,2480.3%
Indonesia3540.1%
Iran6910.2%
Iraq560.0%
Ireland1270.0%
Israel1380.0%
Italy1500.0%
Jamaica2110.1%
Japan9070.2%
Jordan880.0%
Kazakhstan460.0%
Kenya1770.0%
Korea1,6860.4%
Kuwait200.0%
Laos770.0%
Latin America68,67914.9%
Latvia400.0%
Lebanon1360.0%
Liberia530.0%
Lithuania240.0%
Malaysia590.0%
Mexico52,14011.3%
Micronesia150.0%
Middle Africa270.0%
Netherlands1670.0%
Nicaragua6490.1%
Nigeria5240.1%
North Macedonia110.0%
Northern Africa7540.2%
Northern Europe1,9710.4%
Oceania1,1490.3%
Pakistan2100.1%
Panama1090.0%
Peru7780.2%
Philippines14,1473.1%
Poland3190.1%
Portugal170.0%
Romania680.0%
Russia4910.1%
Saudi Arabia170.0%
Scotland1130.0%
Serbia200.0%
Singapore500.0%
Somalia240.0%
South Africa1920.0%
South America3,9250.9%
South Central Asia2,5930.6%
South Eastern Asia26,5305.7%
Southern Europe4710.1%
Spain1730.0%
Sri Lanka480.0%
Sudan2790.1%
Sweden710.0%
Syria730.0%
Taiwan4420.1%
Thailand1,6490.4%
Trinidad and Tobago2380.1%
Turkey3290.1%
Uganda120.0%
Ukraine3410.1%
Uruguay80.0%
Uzbekistan60.0%
Venezuela880.0%
Vietnam1,9910.4%
Western Africa6730.2%
Western Asia9400.2%
Western Europe1,3730.3%
Zimbabwe340.0%
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Sex and Age in Long Beach

Sex and Age in Long Beach

The most populous age groups in Long Beach are 30 to 34 Years (20,679 | 9.0%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (21,201 | 9.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Long Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years12,439 (5.4%)12,644 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years13,178 (5.8%)11,746 (5.0%)
10 to 14 Years15,891 (7.0%)12,964 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Years14,867 (6.5%)15,264 (6.5%)
20 to 24 Years16,500 (7.2%)17,502 (7.5%)
25 to 29 Years18,755 (8.2%)21,201 (9.1%)
30 to 34 Years20,679 (9.0%)19,275 (8.3%)
35 to 39 Years17,717 (7.7%)17,419 (7.5%)
40 to 44 Years15,134 (6.6%)14,450 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years14,798 (6.5%)15,248 (6.5%)
50 to 54 Years15,195 (6.6%)14,855 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years15,051 (6.6%)14,681 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years13,406 (5.9%)13,587 (5.8%)
65 to 69 Years9,178 (4.0%)11,229 (4.8%)
70 to 74 Years7,412 (3.2%)8,437 (3.6%)
75 to 79 Years3,874 (1.7%)5,552 (2.4%)
80 to 84 Years2,128 (0.9%)2,950 (1.3%)
85 Years and over2,472 (1.1%)4,615 (2.0%)
Total228,674 (100.0%)233,619 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Long Beach

Median Family Size in Long Beach

The median family size in Long Beach is 3.44 persons per family, with married-couple families (62,732 | 62.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.51 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (11,369 | 11.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.12 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Long Beach
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple62,732 (62.7%)3.51
Single Male/Father11,369 (11.4%)3.12
Single Female/Mother25,997 (26.0%)3.41
Total Families100,098 (100.0%)3.44

Median Household Size in Long Beach

The median household size in Long Beach is 2.65 persons per household, with single female/mother households (25,997 | 15.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.67 persons per household. non-family households (70,076 | 41.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.33 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Long Beach
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple62,732 (36.9%)3.55
Single Male/Father11,369 (6.7%)3.51
Single Female/Mother25,997 (15.3%)3.67
Non-family70,076 (41.2%)1.33
Total Households170,174 (100.0%)2.65

Household Size by Marriage Status in Long Beach

Out of a total of 170,174 households in Long Beach, 100,098 (58.8%) are family households, while 70,076 (41.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 35,026, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 53,073.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Long Beach
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-53,073 (31.2%)
2-Person Households35,026 (20.6%)14,240 (8.4%)
3-Person Households24,474 (14.4%)1,704 (1.0%)
4-Person Households21,805 (12.8%)684 (0.4%)
5-Person Households11,197 (6.6%)250 (0.2%)
6-Person Households4,271 (2.5%)74 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households3,325 (1.9%)51 (0.0%)
Total100,098 (58.8%)70,076 (41.2%)

Female Fertility in Long Beach

Fertility by Age in Long Beach

Average fertility rate in Long Beach is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 59.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Long Beach
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years246 (4.4%)16.0
20 to 34 years3,292 (59.5%)57.0
35 to 50 years1,998 (36.1%)40.0
Total5,536 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Long Beach

51.9% of women with births (5,536) in Long Beach are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 27.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Long Beach
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)246 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years1,425 (43.3%)1,867 (56.7%)
35 to 50 years1,449 (72.5%)549 (27.5%)
Total2,873 (51.9%)2,663 (48.1%)

Fertility by Education in Long Beach

Average fertility rate in Long Beach is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 64.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 29.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Long Beach
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School721 (13.0%)32.0
High School Diploma1,361 (24.6%)64.0
College or Associate's Degree1,623 (29.3%)41.0
Bachelor's Degree1,170 (21.1%)44.0
Graduate Degree661 (11.9%)52.0
Total5,536 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Long Beach

48.1% of women with births in Long Beach are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 80.8% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 70.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Long Beach
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School257 (35.6%)464 (64.4%)
High School Diploma399 (29.3%)962 (70.7%)
College or Associate's Degree911 (56.1%)712 (43.9%)
Bachelor's Degree773 (66.1%)397 (33.9%)
Graduate Degree534 (80.8%)127 (19.2%)
Total2,873 (51.9%)2,663 (48.1%)

Income in Long Beach

Income Overview in Long Beach

Per Capita Income in Long Beach is $39,589, while median incomes of families and households are $89,469 and $78,995 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income462,293$39,589
Median Family Income100,098$89,469
Mean Family Income100,098$118,781
Median Household Income170,174$78,995
Mean Household Income170,174$104,313
Income Deficit100,098$11,786
Wage / Income Gap (%)462,29322.58%
Wage / Income Gap ($)462,29377.42¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index462,2930.46

Earnings by Sex in Long Beach

Average Earnings in Long Beach are $41,739, $46,652 for men and $36,118 for women, a difference of 22.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Long Beach
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male133,134 (52.4%)$46,652
Female120,707 (47.5%)$36,118
Total253,841 (100.0%)$41,739

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Long Beach

The most common earnings brackets in Long Beach are $100,000+ for men (26,221 | 19.7%) and $100,000+ for women (15,971 | 13.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Long Beach
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less4,286 (3.2%)4,776 (4.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9993,148 (2.4%)3,655 (3.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,922 (2.2%)4,460 (3.7%)
$7,500 to $9,9992,456 (1.8%)3,406 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4993,842 (2.9%)4,756 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9993,227 (2.4%)4,503 (3.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4992,596 (1.9%)3,868 (3.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9992,753 (2.1%)3,631 (3.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4993,304 (2.5%)3,832 (3.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9995,338 (4.0%)5,430 (4.5%)
$25,000 to $29,9998,396 (6.3%)8,952 (7.4%)
$30,000 to $34,9998,429 (6.3%)7,778 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,9996,263 (4.7%)5,544 (4.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9997,002 (5.3%)5,391 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,9996,481 (4.9%)4,970 (4.1%)
$50,000 to $54,9994,902 (3.7%)4,575 (3.8%)
$55,000 to $64,9999,787 (7.3%)7,918 (6.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9998,243 (6.2%)5,991 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99913,538 (10.2%)11,300 (9.4%)
$100,000+26,221 (19.7%)15,971 (13.2%)
Total133,134 (100.0%)120,707 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Long Beach

Average earnings in Long Beach are $52,291 for men and $41,867 for women, a difference of 19.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $103,276, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,407. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $89,142, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,127.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Long Beach
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,407$23,127
High School Diploma$41,856$32,128
College or Associate's Degree$51,130$36,877
Bachelor's Degree$74,526$59,595
Graduate Degree$103,276$89,142
Total$52,291$41,867

Family Income in Long Beach

Family Income Brackets in Long Beach

According to the Long Beach family income data, there are 18,818 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,602 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Long Beach
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003,9043.9%
$10,000 to $14,9991,6021.6%
$15,000 to $24,9995,0055.0%
$25,000 to $34,9997,0077.0%
$35,000 to $49,9999,4099.4%
$50,000 to $74,99915,61515.6%
$75,000 to $99,99912,51212.5%
$100,000 to $149,99918,81818.8%
$150,000 to $199,99911,01111.0%
$200,000+15,11515.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Long Beach

7+ person families (2,742 | 2.7%) account for the highest median family income in Long Beach with $107,652 per family, while 2-person families (39,203 | 39.2%) have the highest median income of $43,386 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Long Beach
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families39,203 (39.2%)$86,771
3-Person Families24,224 (24.2%)$82,589
4-Person Families20,580 (20.6%)$93,583
5-Person Families9,555 (9.6%)$96,764
6-Person Families3,794 (3.8%)$101,438
7+ Person Families2,742 (2.7%)$107,652
Total100,098 (100.0%)$89,469

Family Income by Number of Earners in Long Beach

The median family income in Long Beach is $89,469, with families comprising 3+ earners (15,771) having the highest median family income of $126,073, while families with no earners (10,819) have the lowest median family income of $34,874, accounting for 15.8% and 10.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Long Beach
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners10,819 (10.8%)$34,874
1 Earner33,007 (33.0%)$58,326
2 Earners40,501 (40.5%)$112,409
3+ Earners15,771 (15.8%)$126,073
Total100,098 (100.0%)$89,469

Household Income in Long Beach

Household Income Brackets in Long Beach

With 30,801 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Long Beach, accounting for 18.1% of all households. In contrast, only 6,807 households (4.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Long Beach
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009,0195.3%
$10,000 to $14,9996,8074.0%
$15,000 to $24,99910,0405.9%
$25,000 to $34,99911,9127.0%
$35,000 to $49,99916,8479.9%
$50,000 to $74,99926,71715.7%
$75,000 to $99,99922,29313.1%
$100,000 to $149,99930,80118.1%
$150,000 to $199,99915,9969.4%
$200,000+19,74011.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Long Beach

The median household income in Long Beach is $78,995, with the highest median household income of $90,031 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 64,463 households (37.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,762, with 6,044 households (3.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Long Beach
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6,044 (3.5%)$47,762
25 to 44 Years66,757 (39.2%)$82,600
45 to 64 Years64,463 (37.9%)$90,031
65+ Years32,910 (19.3%)$61,951
Total170,174 (100.0%)$78,995

Poverty in Long Beach

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Long Beach

With 13.6% poverty level for males and 16.5% for females among the residents of Long Beach, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 702 males (24.9%) and 834 females (29.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Long Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,407 (19.7%)2,553 (20.8%)
5 Years702 (24.9%)418 (17.3%)
6 to 11 Years3,466 (22.0%)2,814 (19.4%)
12 to 14 Years2,129 (21.3%)1,457 (19.6%)
15 Years717 (24.5%)834 (29.2%)
16 and 17 Years725 (13.0%)1,111 (20.6%)
18 to 24 Years3,992 (18.4%)4,609 (20.4%)
25 to 34 Years3,514 (8.9%)5,781 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years3,521 (10.7%)5,568 (17.5%)
45 to 54 Years3,007 (10.1%)4,006 (13.3%)
55 to 64 Years3,677 (13.0%)3,935 (14.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,768 (10.9%)2,770 (14.3%)
75 Years and over986 (12.3%)2,005 (16.4%)
Total30,611 (13.6%)37,861 (16.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Long Beach

According to the poverty statistics in Long Beach, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.1% of males and 86.7% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Long Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9,826 (80.3%)9,706 (79.2%)
5 Years2,114 (75.1%)1,996 (82.7%)
6 to 11 Years12,328 (78.0%)11,725 (80.6%)
12 to 14 Years7,879 (78.7%)5,983 (80.4%)
15 Years2,205 (75.5%)2,024 (70.8%)
16 and 17 Years4,847 (87.0%)4,282 (79.4%)
18 to 24 Years17,684 (81.6%)18,017 (79.6%)
25 to 34 Years35,773 (91.1%)34,588 (85.7%)
35 to 44 Years29,281 (89.3%)26,284 (82.5%)
45 to 54 Years26,892 (89.9%)26,063 (86.7%)
55 to 64 Years24,519 (87.0%)24,146 (86.0%)
65 to 74 Years14,388 (89.1%)16,557 (85.7%)
75 Years and over7,054 (87.7%)10,238 (83.6%)
Total194,790 (86.4%)191,609 (83.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Long Beach

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Long Beach show that 5.9% or 3,722 of the total 62,732 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 22.0%, comprising of 66 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.8%, which includes 1,368 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Long Beach
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children34,290 (96.2%)1,368 (3.8%)
1 or 2 Children20,970 (93.2%)1,521 (6.8%)
3 or 4 Children3,516 (82.1%)767 (17.9%)
5 or more Children234 (78.0%)66 (22.0%)
Total59,010 (94.1%)3,722 (5.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Long Beach

According to the poverty data in Long Beach, 12.4% or 1,409 single-father households and 20.6% or 5,351 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 228 households (30.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 262 households (64.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Long Beach
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children433 (8.3%)874 (8.0%)
1 or 2 Children748 (14.0%)2,922 (24.0%)
3 or 4 Children228 (30.2%)1,293 (51.8%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)262 (64.2%)
Total1,409 (12.4%)5,351 (20.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Long Beach

The poverty data for Long Beach shows that 3,722 of the married-couple family households (5.9%) and 6,760 of the single-parent households (18.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 66 households (22.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 262 household (56.2%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Long Beach
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children1,368 (3.8%)1,307 (8.1%)
1 or 2 Children1,521 (6.8%)3,670 (21.0%)
3 or 4 Children767 (17.9%)1,521 (46.8%)
5 or more Children66 (22.0%)262 (56.2%)
Total3,722 (5.9%)6,760 (18.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Long Beach

Employment by Class of Employer in Long Beach

Among the 228,215 employed individuals in Long Beach, private company employees (153,004 | 67.0%), local government employees (19,699 | 8.6%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (17,930 | 7.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Long Beach
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees153,00467.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)6,5892.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)17,9307.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations17,1687.5%
Local Government Employees19,6998.6%
State Government Employees8,3193.6%
Federal Government Employees5,1652.3%
Unpaid Family Workers3410.2%
Total228,215100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Long Beach

According to the labor force statistics for Long Beach, out of the total population over 16 years of age (377,649), 66.6% or 251,514 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 16,600 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.3% or 34,880 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.6% or 1,324 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Long Beach
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years6,428 (26.4%)1,324 (20.6%)
20 to 24 Years24,787 (72.9%)2,057 (8.3%)
25 to 29 Years33,563 (84.0%)2,450 (7.3%)
30 to 34 Years34,880 (87.3%)2,581 (7.4%)
35 to 44 Years53,523 (82.7%)3,051 (5.7%)
45 to 54 Years49,699 (82.7%)2,286 (4.6%)
55 to 59 Years21,853 (73.5%)1,289 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years15,602 (57.8%)874 (5.6%)
65 to 74 Years9,535 (26.3%)582 (6.1%)
75 Years and over1,641 (7.6%)87 (5.3%)
Total251,514 (66.6%)16,600 (6.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Long Beach

According to labor force statistics for Long Beach, 80.0% of individuals (209,161) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (261,451) are in the labor force, with 6.0% or 12,550 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.7% or 79,847 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.3% or 2,548 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Long Beach
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School30,364 (64.9%)2,948 (6.3%)
High School Diploma34,908 (74.9%)3,402 (7.3%)
College / Associate Degree64,025 (81.0%)5,612 (7.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher79,847 (89.7%)4,006 (4.5%)
Total209,161 (80.0%)15,687 (6.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Long Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Long Beach are Community & Social Service (30,095 | 12.8%), Management (23,254 | 9.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (14,276 | 6.1%), Education Instruction & Library (13,903 | 5.9%), and Business & Financial (13,513 | 5.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Long Beach

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Long Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (78.7%), Computers & Mathematics (72.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (71.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (75.3%), Health Technologists (69.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (69.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Long Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Management12,648 (54.4%)10,606 (45.6%)
Business & Financial6,295 (46.6%)7,218 (53.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10,234 (71.7%)4,042 (28.3%)
Computers & Mathematics5,008 (72.7%)1,882 (27.3%)
Architecture & Engineering3,984 (78.7%)1,080 (21.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,242 (53.5%)1,080 (46.5%)
Community & Social Service 12,125 (40.3%)17,970 (59.7%)
Education, Arts & Media1,213 (24.7%)3,704 (75.3%)
Legal Services & Support1,362 (48.8%)1,426 (51.1%)
Education Instruction & Library4,644 (33.4%)9,259 (66.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment4,906 (57.8%)3,581 (42.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating3,637 (30.6%)8,228 (69.4%)
Health Technologists2,434 (30.6%)5,512 (69.4%)
Total (Category)44,939 (48.3%)48,064 (51.7%)
Total (Overall)122,757 (52.3%)111,810 (47.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Long Beach are Food Preparation & Serving (14,088 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (9,860 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (8,642 | 3.7%), Personal Care & Service (6,639 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (4,951 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations in Long Beach

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Long Beach, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (76.9%), Security & Protection (74.3%), and Law Enforcement (67.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (77.4%), Personal Care & Service (74.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (47.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Long Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support2,229 (22.6%)7,631 (77.4%)
Security & Protection3,680 (74.3%)1,271 (25.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention2,766 (76.9%)829 (23.1%)
Law Enforcement914 (67.4%)442 (32.6%)
Food Preparation & Serving7,336 (52.1%)6,752 (47.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance5,093 (58.9%)3,549 (41.1%)
Personal Care & Service1,675 (25.2%)4,964 (74.8%)
Total (Category)20,013 (45.3%)24,167 (54.7%)
Total (Overall)122,757 (52.3%)111,810 (47.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Long Beach are Office & Administration (27,672 | 11.8%), and Sales & Related (22,715 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Long Beach

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Long Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related10,577 (46.6%)12,138 (53.4%)
Office & Administration8,692 (31.4%)18,980 (68.6%)
Total (Category)19,269 (38.2%)31,118 (61.8%)
Total (Overall)122,757 (52.3%)111,810 (47.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Long Beach are Construction & Extraction (9,747 | 4.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (5,555 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (554 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Long Beach

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Long Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry312 (56.3%)242 (43.7%)
Construction & Extraction9,517 (97.6%)230 (2.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair5,290 (95.2%)265 (4.8%)
Total (Category)15,119 (95.4%)737 (4.6%)
Total (Overall)122,757 (52.3%)111,810 (47.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Long Beach are Production (11,161 | 4.8%), Material Moving (10,048 | 4.3%), and Transportation (9,932 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Long Beach

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Long Beach
OccupationMaleFemale
Production7,818 (70.1%)3,343 (29.9%)
Transportation8,398 (84.6%)1,534 (15.4%)
Material Moving7,201 (71.7%)2,847 (28.3%)
Total (Category)23,417 (75.2%)7,724 (24.8%)
Total (Overall)122,757 (52.3%)111,810 (47.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Long Beach

Employment Industries in Long Beach

The major employment industries in Long Beach include Health Care & Social Assistance (32,690 | 13.9%), Retail Trade (23,831 | 10.2%), Educational Services (21,737 | 9.3%), Manufacturing (21,359 | 9.1%), and Professional & Scientific (19,037 | 8.1%).
Employment Industries in Long Beach

Employment Industries by Sex in Long Beach

The Long Beach industries that see more men than women are Construction (88.8%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (80.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (71.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (73.3%), Enterprise Management (68.5%), and Educational Services (63.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Long Beach
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting363 (55.6%)290 (44.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction268 (80.7%)64 (19.3%)
Construction11,848 (88.8%)1,499 (11.2%)
Manufacturing13,851 (64.8%)7,508 (35.1%)
Wholesale Trade3,700 (61.7%)2,299 (38.3%)
Retail Trade12,045 (50.5%)11,786 (49.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing12,329 (71.7%)4,857 (28.3%)
Utilities1,066 (64.5%)587 (35.5%)
Information3,770 (63.2%)2,194 (36.8%)
Finance & Insurance3,213 (43.7%)4,145 (56.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing2,640 (51.8%)2,458 (48.2%)
Professional & Scientific11,350 (59.6%)7,687 (40.4%)
Enterprise Management81 (31.5%)176 (68.5%)
Administrative & Support7,763 (61.5%)4,854 (38.5%)
Educational Services8,036 (37.0%)13,701 (63.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance8,745 (26.8%)23,945 (73.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation3,383 (49.0%)3,522 (51.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services9,237 (50.1%)9,194 (49.9%)
Public Administration3,973 (43.5%)5,165 (56.5%)
Total122,757 (52.3%)111,810 (47.7%)

Education in Long Beach

School Enrollment in Long Beach

The most common levels of schooling among the 117,254 students in Long Beach are college / undergraduate (34,059 | 29.0%), high school (23,227 | 19.8%), and middle school (21,655 | 18.5%).
School Enrollment in Long Beach
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5,9125.0%
Kindergarten5,4244.6%
Elementary School20,13617.2%
Middle School21,65518.5%
High School23,22719.8%
College / Undergraduate34,05929.0%
Graduate / Professional6,8415.8%
Total117,254100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Long Beach

Out of a total of 117,254 students who are enrolled in schools in Long Beach, 11,843 (10.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 105,411 (89.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 1,519 (32.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15,592 (95.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Long Beach
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3,179 (67.7%)1,519 (32.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old21,824 (91.2%)2,102 (8.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds26,597 (94.2%)1,644 (5.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds15,592 (95.4%)754 (4.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds9,092 (90.5%)959 (9.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds14,107 (91.8%)1,262 (8.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9,877 (82.9%)2,045 (17.2%)
35 Years and over5,092 (76.0%)1,609 (24.0%)
Total105,411 (89.9%)11,843 (10.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Long Beach

Business (18,952 | 16.6%), social sciences (12,149 | 10.6%), science & technology (10,491 | 9.2%), visual & performing arts (8,527 | 7.4%), and education (8,293 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 114,532 individuals in Long Beach who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Long Beach
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics3,7733.3%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5,7485.0%
Physical & Health Sciences2,5192.2%
Psychology7,3626.4%
Social Sciences12,14910.6%
Engineering7,9266.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies1,0090.9%
Science & Technology10,4919.2%
Business18,95216.6%
Education8,2937.2%
Literature & Languages6,2575.5%
Liberal Arts & History7,1896.3%
Visual & Performing Arts8,5277.4%
Communications6,6975.9%
Arts & Humanities7,6406.7%
Total114,532100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Long Beach

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Long Beach

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Long Beach are males with 2 vehicles (47,476, accounting for 39.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (39,095, making up 44.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Long Beach
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4,830 (4.0%)4,831 (4.5%)
1 Vehicle29,939 (25.0%)29,992 (27.9%)
2 Vehicles47,476 (39.6%)39,095 (36.4%)
3 Vehicles21,216 (17.7%)19,036 (17.7%)
4 Vehicles11,508 (9.6%)10,665 (9.9%)
5 or more Vehicles4,833 (4.0%)3,815 (3.5%)
Total119,802 (100.0%)107,434 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Long Beach

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Long Beach are 30 to 34 minutes (34,852 commuters, 17.4%), 20 to 24 minutes (32,643 commuters, 16.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (27,099 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Long Beach
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2,0991.1%
5 to 9 Minutes10,5095.3%
10 to 14 Minutes20,83110.4%
15 to 19 Minutes27,09913.6%
20 to 24 Minutes32,64316.4%
25 to 29 Minutes12,1276.1%
30 to 34 Minutes34,85217.4%
35 to 39 Minutes6,5063.3%
40 to 44 Minutes10,2555.1%
45 to 59 Minutes17,5678.8%
60 to 89 Minutes17,9969.0%
90 or more Minutes7,2183.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Long Beach

The most common commute times in Long Beach are 30 to 34 minutes (20,674 commuters, 19.2%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (14,637 commuters, 15.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Long Beach
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1,027 (1.0%)1,072 (1.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes5,021 (4.7%)5,488 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes10,497 (9.8%)10,334 (11.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes13,424 (12.5%)13,675 (14.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes18,006 (16.8%)14,637 (15.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes6,757 (6.3%)5,370 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes20,674 (19.2%)14,178 (15.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes3,556 (3.3%)2,950 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes5,311 (4.9%)4,944 (5.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes9,552 (8.9%)8,015 (8.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes9,524 (8.9%)8,472 (9.2%)
90 or more Minutes4,081 (3.8%)3,137 (3.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Long Beach

The most frequent times of departure to work in Long Beach are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (19,243, 17.9%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (16,657, 18.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Long Beach
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM7,948 (7.4%)3,239 (3.5%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6,594 (6.1%)2,518 (2.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5,128 (4.8%)3,117 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM10,651 (9.9%)6,777 (7.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM7,696 (7.2%)7,074 (7.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM19,243 (17.9%)15,360 (16.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM7,226 (6.7%)9,516 (10.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM14,832 (13.8%)16,657 (18.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3,940 (3.7%)4,785 (5.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM6,566 (6.1%)6,772 (7.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2,492 (2.3%)3,368 (3.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,561 (1.5%)1,456 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM6,835 (6.4%)6,091 (6.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM6,718 (6.2%)5,542 (6.0%)
Total107,430 (100.0%)92,272 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Long Beach

Occupancy by Ownership in Long Beach

Of the total 170,174 dwellings in Long Beach, owner-occupied units account for 69,167 (40.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 101,007 (59.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Long Beach
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units69,16740.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units101,00759.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units170,174100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Long Beach

Occupancy by Household Size in Long Beach
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household53,07331.2%
2-Person Household49,26628.9%
3-Person Household26,17815.4%
4+ Person Household41,65724.5%
Total Housing Units170,174100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Long Beach

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Long Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household17,597 (33.2%)35,476 (66.8%)
2-Person Household21,311 (43.3%)27,955 (56.7%)
3-Person Household11,499 (43.9%)14,679 (56.1%)
4+ Person Household18,760 (45.0%)22,897 (55.0%)
Total Housing Units69,167 (40.6%)101,007 (59.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Long Beach

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Long Beach
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School5,953 (25.3%)17,552 (74.7%)
High School Diploma7,606 (30.2%)17,598 (69.8%)
College/Associate Degree20,447 (36.6%)35,448 (63.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher35,161 (53.6%)30,409 (46.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Long Beach

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Long Beach
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years38,64322.7%
35 to 44 Years34,15820.1%
45 to 54 Years33,45719.7%
55 to 64 Years31,00618.2%
65 to 74 Years20,83112.2%
75 to 84 Years8,4865.0%
85 Years and Over3,5932.1%
Total170,174100.0%

Housing Finances in Long Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Long Beach

Median Income by Occupancy in Long Beach
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied69,167 (40.6%)$118,957
Renter-Occupied101,007 (59.4%)$59,986
Average170,174 (100.0%)$78,995

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Long Beach

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Long Beach
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0001,073 (1.5%)4,816 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999786 (1.1%)2,417 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $14,9991,081 (1.6%)5,642 (5.6%)
$15,000 to $19,999918 (1.3%)3,974 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9991,206 (1.7%)3,879 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,725 (3.9%)9,187 (9.1%)
$35,000 to $49,9994,397 (6.4%)12,425 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,908 (11.4%)18,845 (18.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9998,038 (11.6%)14,196 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99915,694 (22.7%)15,082 (14.9%)
$150,000 or more25,341 (36.6%)10,544 (10.4%)
Total69,167 (100.0%)101,007 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Long Beach

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Long Beach
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3001,888 (2.7%)719 (0.7%)
$300 to $4995,106 (7.4%)2,550 (2.5%)
$500 to $7996,781 (9.8%)2,522 (2.5%)
$800 to $9992,825 (4.1%)3,655 (3.6%)
$1,000 to $1,4996,503 (9.4%)26,863 (26.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9997,770 (11.2%)33,346 (33.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4998,346 (12.1%)15,641 (15.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9997,868 (11.4%)6,713 (6.7%)
$3,000 or more22,080 (31.9%)7,029 (7.0%)
Total69,167 (100.0%)101,007 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Long Beach

Housing Structures in Long Beach

Housing Structures in Long Beach
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached70,73841.6%
Single Unit, Attached7,1954.2%
2 Unit Apartments7,5754.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15,8869.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments18,75811.0%
10 or more Apartments47,75728.1%
Mobile Home / Other2,2651.3%
Total170,174100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Long Beach

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Long Beach
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached52,820 (74.7%)17,918 (25.3%)
Single Unit, Attached3,153 (43.8%)4,042 (56.2%)
2 Unit Apartments1,040 (13.7%)6,535 (86.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments786 (5.0%)15,100 (95.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments541 (2.9%)18,217 (97.1%)
10 or more Apartments9,269 (19.4%)38,488 (80.6%)
Mobile Home / Other1,558 (68.8%)707 (31.2%)
Total69,167 (40.6%)101,007 (59.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Long Beach

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Long Beach
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room781 (1.1%)10,036 (9.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms5,516 (8.0%)36,147 (35.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms27,180 (39.3%)43,405 (43.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms25,808 (37.3%)9,818 (9.7%)
8 or more Rooms9,882 (14.3%)1,601 (1.6%)
Total69,167 (100.0%)101,007 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Long Beach

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Long Beach
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas48,837 (70.6%)58,988 (58.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas728 (1.1%)1,537 (1.5%)
Electricity16,240 (23.5%)30,502 (30.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene31 (0.0%)102 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)21 (0.0%)
All other Fuels735 (1.1%)226 (0.2%)
No Fuel Used2,596 (3.7%)9,631 (9.5%)
Total69,167 (100.0%)101,007 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Long Beach

Household Vehicle Usage in Long Beach
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle2,292 (3.3%)13,324 (13.2%)
1 Vehicle18,196 (26.3%)47,443 (47.0%)
2 Vehicles27,707 (40.1%)29,705 (29.4%)
3 or more Vehicles20,972 (30.3%)10,535 (10.4%)
Total69,167 (100.0%)101,007 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Long Beach

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Long Beach

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units19,44049,727
Median Property Value$709,900$709,600
Median Household Income$87,220$20,702
Monthly Housing Costs$622$21,884
Real Estate Taxes$3,123$847

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Long Beach

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Long Beach
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000828 (4.3%)629 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $99,999421 (2.2%)318 (0.6%)
$100,000 to $299,999963 (5.0%)1,231 (2.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,571 (13.2%)8,403 (16.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9995,880 (30.2%)17,035 (34.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9995,589 (28.7%)13,240 (26.6%)
$1,000,000 or more3,188 (16.4%)8,871 (17.8%)
Total19,440 (100.0%)49,727 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Long Beach

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Long Beach
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000821 (4.2%)458 (0.9%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,822 (9.4%)1,038 (2.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,417 (7.3%)1,383 (2.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,733 (8.9%)1,308 (2.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,532 (13.0%)2,664 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,506 (12.9%)5,376 (10.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,970 (20.4%)5,532 (11.1%)
$150,000 or more4,639 (23.9%)11,724 (23.6%)
Total19,440 (100.0%)49,727 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Long Beach

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Long Beach
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,911 (9.8%)129,844 (261.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x952 (4.9%)2,822 (5.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,814 (9.3%)4,920 (9.9%)
4.0x or more14,569 (74.9%)8,671 (17.4%)
Total19,440 (100.0%)49,727 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Long Beach

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Long Beach
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8001,330 (6.8%)273 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4992,567 (13.2%)819 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,49914,585 (75.0%)2,183 (4.4%)
Total19,440 (100.0%)49,727 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Long Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Long Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Long Beach
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years29,352 (96.8%)974 (3.2%)
6 to 18 Years69,289 (95.5%)3,256 (4.5%)
19 to 25 Years41,391 (87.2%)6,083 (12.8%)
26 to 34 Years62,657 (86.9%)9,472 (13.1%)
35 to 44 Years55,421 (85.9%)9,132 (14.1%)
45 to 54 Years52,473 (87.5%)7,495 (12.5%)
55 to 64 Years51,723 (91.9%)4,554 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years35,043 (98.8%)440 (1.2%)
75 Years and older20,143 (99.3%)140 (0.7%)
Total417,492 (90.9%)41,546 (9.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Long Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Long Beach
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born29,352 (96.8%)974 (3.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen69,289 (95.5%)3,256 (4.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen41,391 (87.2%)6,083 (12.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Long Beach

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Long Beach
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00043,543 (88.6%)5,605 (11.4%)
$25,000 to $49,99959,932 (86.5%)9,368 (13.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99961,045 (86.2%)9,790 (13.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99954,793 (90.9%)5,507 (9.1%)
$100,000 and over190,446 (94.6%)10,895 (5.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Long Beach

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Long Beach
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 614,729 (48.6%)16,030 (52.9%)
6 to 18 Years37,013 (51.0%)36,349 (50.1%)
19 to 25 Years13,455 (28.3%)29,185 (61.5%)
25 to 34 Years17,211 (23.9%)47,075 (65.3%)
35 to 44 Years14,551 (22.5%)42,623 (66.0%)
45 to 54 Years13,559 (22.6%)40,601 (67.7%)
55 to 64 Years16,784 (29.8%)36,948 (65.6%)
65 to 74 Years32,181 (90.7%)14,408 (40.6%)
75 Years and over19,900 (98.1%)7,958 (39.2%)
Total179,383 (39.1%)271,177 (59.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Long Beach

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Long Beach
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years33 (0.3%)28 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years2,414 (6.4%)1,018 (3.1%)
18 to 34 Years3,943 (6.4%)3,754 (5.8%)
35 to 64 Years9,801 (10.8%)10,119 (11.2%)
65 to 74 Years3,707 (23.0%)5,024 (26.0%)
75 Years and over3,918 (48.7%)6,436 (52.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Long Beach

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Long Beach: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years7 (0.1%)28 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years247 (0.7%)203 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years552 (0.9%)427 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,188 (2.4%)1,350 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,537 (9.5%)891 (4.6%)
75 Years and over1,782 (22.2%)1,398 (11.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Long Beach: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years26 (0.2%)28 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years362 (1.0%)218 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years604 (1.0%)638 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,570 (1.7%)2,359 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years761 (4.7%)682 (3.5%)
75 Years and over635 (7.9%)1,175 (9.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Long Beach: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2,024 (5.4%)676 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years2,728 (4.4%)2,392 (3.7%)
35 to 64 Years3,940 (4.3%)4,037 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,113 (6.9%)1,249 (6.5%)
75 Years and over1,002 (12.5%)1,633 (13.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Long Beach: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years301 (0.8%)146 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years684 (1.1%)778 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years4,770 (5.2%)5,804 (6.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,000 (12.4%)3,769 (19.5%)
75 Years and over2,458 (30.6%)4,872 (39.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Long Beach: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years877 (2.3%)332 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years556 (0.9%)549 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years2,018 (2.2%)2,579 (2.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,000 (6.2%)1,461 (7.6%)
75 Years and over1,178 (14.6%)2,530 (20.7%)

Technology Access in Long Beach

Computing Device Access in Long Beach

Computing Device Access in Long Beach
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop141,84883.4%
Smartphone158,11492.9%
Tablet107,35963.1%
No Computing Device5,6593.3%
Total170,174100.0%

Internet Access in Long Beach

Internet Access in Long Beach
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet2090.1%
Broadband Home131,77977.4%
Cellular Data Only18,22910.7%
Satellite Internet13,2237.8%
No Internet15,4469.1%
Total170,174100.0%

Long Beach Summary

Long Beach, California is a city located in Los Angeles County, California. It is the seventh-largest city in the state and the second-largest city in Los Angeles County. Long Beach is located on the Pacific Ocean and is home to the Port of Long Beach, one of the world’s busiest ports. The city is also home to the Long Beach Airport, one of the busiest airports in the United States.

History

Long Beach was originally inhabited by the Tongva people, who were the original inhabitants of the Los Angeles Basin. The area was first explored by Spanish explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo in 1542. The area was later settled by the Spanish in 1784, when the Spanish Empire granted the land to the Rancho Los Alamitos. The area was later annexed by the United States in 1848, and the city of Long Beach was incorporated in 1888.

Geography

Long Beach is located in the Los Angeles Basin, on the Pacific Ocean. The city is bordered by the cities of Los Angeles, Signal Hill, Lakewood, and Seal Beach. The city covers an area of 51.5 square miles, and has a population of 462,257. The city is divided into several neighborhoods, including Downtown, Belmont Shore, East Long Beach, North Long Beach, and West Long Beach.

Economy

Long Beach is a major economic center in the Los Angeles area. The city is home to the Port of Long Beach, one of the busiest ports in the world. The port is a major hub for international trade, and is the second-busiest port in the United States. The city is also home to the Long Beach Airport, one of the busiest airports in the United States. The city is also home to several major corporations, including Boeing, Epson, and Molina Healthcare.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, Long Beach had a population of 462,257. The city is racially diverse, with a population that is 44.2% White, 11.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 33.2% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 10.3% from other races. The city is also home to a large Hispanic population, with 33.7% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income in Long Beach is $54,845, and the median home value is $521,000.
Long Beach is a vibrant and diverse city, with a rich history and a strong economy. The city is home to a large and diverse population, and is a major economic center in the Los Angeles area. Long Beach is a great place to live, work, and visit, and is sure to continue to be a major player in the Los Angeles area for years to come.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Long Beach?
Total Population of Long Beach is 462,293.
What is the Total Male Population of Long Beach?
Total Male Population of Long Beach is 228,674.
What is the Total Female Population of Long Beach?
Total Female Population of Long Beach is 233,619.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Long Beach?
There are 97.88 Males per 100 Females in Long Beach.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Long Beach?
There are 102.16 Females per 100 Males in Long Beach.
What is the Median Population Age in Long Beach?
Median Population Age in Long Beach is 36.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Long Beach
Average Family Size in Long Beach is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Long Beach
Average Household Size in Long Beach is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Long Beach?
Per Capita income in Long Beach is $39,589.
What is the Median Family Income in Long Beach?
Median Family Income in Long Beach is $89,469.
What is the Median Household income in Long Beach?
Median Household Income in Long Beach is $78,995.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Long Beach?
Income or Wage Gap in Long Beach is 22.6%.
Women in Long Beach earn 77.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Long Beach?
Family Income Deficit in Long Beach is $11,786.
Families that are below poverty line in Long Beach earn $11,786 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Long Beach?
Inequality or Gini Index in Long Beach is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Long Beach?
There are 251,514 People in the Labor Forcein in Long Beach.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Long Beach?
66.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Long Beach.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Long Beach?
Unemployment Rate in Long Beach is 6.6%.