Median Income
$128,750
71% higher than US avg
Home Value
$660,300
134% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
71.4%
112% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Long Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,201
Median Age63.1 yrs
Density1,144/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$128,750
Per Capita$124,331
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute33 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$660,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$730,270
Health
Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation640 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+71.4%
High School+97.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute33 min
Libraries14
Is Long Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Long Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Long Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Long Beach is $128,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 71% above $75,149. This places Long Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Long Beach is $660,300, making it a premium housing market at 134% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
Long Beach is a highly educated community — 71.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Long Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Long Beach has a population of 1,201 with a density of 1,144 people per square mile. The median age is 63.1 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).
Population
63.1yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Long Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Long Beach vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Long Beach is $128,750, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income: Long Beach vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $128,750 |
| 71% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $124,331 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,573 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,096 |
| County GDP | $9,718M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 391 |
| Healthcare | 432 |
| Retail | 544 |
| Manufacturing | 268 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,061 |
| 102% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.0 min |
| Work from Home | 25.4% |
The median home value in Long Beach is $660,300, 134% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $730,270.
Home Values
| Census Median | $660,300 |
| 134% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $730,270 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,061 |
| 102% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.07% |
In Long Beach, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Long Beach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.3% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.4% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,398/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 432 |
Crime Rates: Long Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Long Beach has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 65.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,144/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7431°N, 86.8485°W |
| County FIPS | 26021 |