Long Beach, CA
LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.3.20)
AGE IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 36,053 | 7.7% |
| 25 to 29 years | 43,199 | 9.2% |
| 30 to 34 years | 38,996 | 8.3% |
| 35 to 39 years | 35,885 | 7.7% |
| 40 to 44 years | 27,605 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 31,380 | 6.7% |
| 50 to 54 years | 33,039 | 7.1% |
| 55 to 59 years | 30,121 | 6.4% |
| 60 to 64 years | 29,427 | 6.3% |
| 65 to 69 years | 19,704 | 4.2% |
| 70 to 74 years | 12,719 | 2.7% |
| 75 to 79 years | 8,481 | 1.8% |
| 80 to 84 years | 4,986 | 1.1% |
| 85+ years | 7,063 | 1.5% |
The median age in Long Beach is 35.8 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 228,023 | 48.8% |
| Black or African American | 62,817 | 13.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 4,082 | 0.9% |
| Asian | 61,105 | 13.1% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 3,029 | 0.6% |
| Other | 89,313 | 19.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 35,871 | 11.3% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 26,465 | 8.3% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 59,280 | 18.7% |
| Some college, no degree | 71,408 | 22.5% |
| Associate’s degree | 20,214 | 6.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 70,284 | 22.1% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 34,329 | 10.8% |
| High school graduate or higher | 255,515 | 80.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 104,613 | 32.9% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 213,238 | 67.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.1% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.0% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.9% |
Median household income: $60,551
Mean household income: $83,896
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $22,329 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $29,722 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $37,634 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $58,538 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $80,352 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 379,726 | NA |
| Never married | 168,955 | 44.5% |
| Now married (except separated) | 149,344 | 39.3% |
| Separated | 10,573 | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 16,115 | 4.2% |
| Divorced | 34,739 | 9.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 83,875 | 18.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 66,699 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 99,761 |
| Single-family detached units | 69,952 |
| Homeownership rate | 40.1% |
| Vacancy rate | 5.0% |
| Renters rate | 59.9% |
| Average housing value | $571,481 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/ mortgage) | $1,890 |
| Average rent | $1,265 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Average income | $83,896 |
| Average household size | 2.76 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 65.7% |
| Percent disabled | 10.1% |
| Percent with health coverage | 90.4% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 30.6 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 6.0% |
| Percent veterans | 4.8% |
| Percent foreign born | 25.4% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 11.7% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $75,313.09 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $634.68 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $366.67 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $106.97 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $63.03 |
| Apparel & services | $2,255.08 |
| Men’s apparel | $439.09 |
| Women’s apparel | $757.83 |
| Children’s apparel | $326.66 |
| Boys’ apparel | $113.81 |
| Girls’ apparel | $125.23 |
| Footwear | $527.27 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,803.18 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $394.01 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $1,149.92 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,791.27 |
| Education | $1,747.03 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $3,164.05 |
| Club membership fees | $251.26 |
| Dating services | $0.92 |
| Pet food | $232.52 |
| Pet services | $65.11 |
| Food consumed at home | $5,269.71 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $685.20 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $541.83 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $1,075.46 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $1,185.93 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $497.05 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,781.28 |
| Health care | $5,317.73 |
| Medical services | $993.26 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $126.35 |
| Household Services | $2,024.12 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $63.67 |
| Lawn and garden services | $399.49 |
| Housekeeping services | $181.31 |
| PC repair | $6.54 |
| Housing | $24,891.49 |
| Home improvements | $2,311.20 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,622.04 |
| Phone services | $1,763.82 |
| Water | $676.00 |
| Life and other insurance | $391.58 |
| Pensions and social security | $8,143.79 |
| Personal care products and services | $870.42 |
| Hair care products | $111.85 |
| Personal care products | $362.18 |
| Local transportation | $8,196.94 |
| Gasoline | $2,191.66 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $1,088.94 |
| Travel | $2,258.28 |
| Airline fares | $601.15 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $27.93 |
| Lodging on trips | $595.87 |
| Food and drink on trips | $543.94 |
| Entertainment on trips | $184.77 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY (home to LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA)
| % with any debt in collections | 27% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,569 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 10% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $791 |
| % with student loan debt | 13% |
| Average student loan debt | $17,482 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $183 |
| % with auto debt | 27% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 12,239 | 5.1% |
| February 2019 | 11,009 | 4.6% |
| March 2019 | 10,651 | 4.5% |
| April 2019 | 9,585 | 4.0% |
| May 2019 | 9,847 | 4.1% |
| June 2019 | 10,882 | 4.6% |
| July 2019 | 12,277 | 5.1% |
| August 2019 | 12,222 | 5.1% |
| September 2019 | 11,076 | 4.6% |
| October 2019 | 11,112 | 4.6% |
| November 2019 | 10,445 | 4.3% |
| December 2019 | 10,009 | 4.1% |
| January 2020 | 11,056 | 4.6% |
| February 2020 | 11,339 | 4.6% |
| March 2020 | 15,375 | 6.6% |
| April 2020 | 45,850 | 20.6% |
| May 2020 | 46,486 | 21.0% |
| June 2020 | 45,138 | 19.6% |
| July 2020 | 43,443 | 18.7% |
| August 2020 | 39,971 | 17.2% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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