Median Income
$137,969
84% higher than US avg
Home Value
$391,300
39% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,590
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Long Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,981
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,186/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$137,969
Per Capita$52,247
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,248M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$391,300
Rent$1,590
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation37 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute33 min
Libraries5
Is Long Beach a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Long Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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 $137,969, which is significantly higher than the national average — 84% above $75,149. This places Long Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 $391,300, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,590 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Long Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Long Beach has a population of 1,981 with a density of 1,186 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.
Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Long Beach vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Long Beach vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Long Beach is $137,969, which is 84% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income: Long Beach vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $137,969 |
| 84% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $52,247 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $100,846 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,022 |
| County GDP | $6,248M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 156 |
| Healthcare | 197 |
| Retail | 191 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,763 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.1 min |
| Work from Home | 17.1% |
The median home value in Long Beach is $391,300, 39% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,590 (37% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $391,300 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $290,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $290,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $144 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,590 |
| 37% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,763 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.22% |
In Long Beach, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Long Beach vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.7% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.7% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,742/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 197 |
Crime Rates: Long Beach vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Long Beach has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 37 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.4588°N, 76.4736°W |
| County FIPS | 24009 |