Long Beach, CA Census Data
The 7th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Long Beach is the 7th largest city in California by population and ranks 133rd of 188 for median household income. With 458,491 residents, its poverty rate of 15.0% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
458,491
49.5% male · 50.5% female
Median Age
36.8
1.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$83,969
$5,431 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
34.8%
0.2% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 81.6%
Poverty Rate
15.0%
2.6% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.0%
Broadband Access
97.1%
7.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$762,200
Median rent: $1,803 · 41% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
Labor force participation: 62.2%
Per Capita Income
$44,746
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.0%
Disability rate: 11.4%
How Long Beach Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 7th of 188 | Top 10% |
| Highest Median Income | 133rd of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 152nd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 89th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 78th of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Long Beach, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Long Beach, CA?
The population of Long Beach, CA is 458,491 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.8 years.
What is the median household income in Long Beach?
The median household income in Long Beach, CA is $83,969, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $44,746.
What is the poverty rate in Long Beach?
The poverty rate in Long Beach, CA is 15.0%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Long Beach residents have a college degree?
34.8% of adults (25+) in Long Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.6% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Long Beach?
The median home value in Long Beach, CA is $762,200. Median rent is $1,803 per month, with 41% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Long Beach?
Long Beach's population is 41.6% White, 11.9% Black, 43.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Long Beach rank among California cities?
Long Beach is the 7th largest city in California by population, the 133rd highest for median household income, the 152nd lowest for poverty rate, the 89th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Long Beach?
The unemployment rate in Long Beach, CA is 6.5%, with a labor force participation rate of 62.2%. Per capita income is $44,746.
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