Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA Metro Area

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA · Metro Area

12,974,487Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the Los Angeles-Long Beach, CA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $95,958
Median home value: $871,300
Land area: 4,849 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Los Angeles County, CA	Central	9,808,667	$90,112	$834,200
Orange County, CA	Central	3,165,820	$116,289	$962,600

Largest cities and towns

181 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Los Angeles, CA	City	3,857,263	$81,939
Long Beach, CA	City	455,548	$87,430
Anaheim, CA	City	344,521	$95,227
Santa Ana, CA	City	312,534	$93,999
Irvine, CA	City	311,690	$136,719
Santa Clarita, CA	City	230,221	$123,062
Huntington Beach, CA	City	195,240	$120,919
Glendale, CA	City	190,748	$88,393
Garden Grove, CA	City	170,964	$92,174
Lancaster, CA	City	169,169	$81,511
Palmdale, CA	City	164,634	$81,770
Pomona, CA	City	147,943	$79,479
Torrance, CA	City	142,130	$116,217
Fullerton, CA	City	140,968	$104,286
Orange, CA	City	138,266	$117,113
Pasadena, CA	City	136,969	$105,192
East Los Angeles, CA	CDP	111,647	$68,741
Downey, CA	City	110,939	$90,699
Costa Mesa, CA	City	110,330	$111,505
West Covina, CA	City	107,037	$101,065
El Monte, CA	City	106,109	$68,030
Inglewood, CA	City	104,569	$72,750
Burbank, CA	City	104,546	$97,082
Norwalk, CA	City	99,789	$100,085
Carson, CA	City	92,871	$108,703

Also in the Los Angeles-Long Beach, CA combined area

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA · metro · 4,675,704 Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura, CA · metro · 837,469

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Unemployment

6.8%

College Educated

38%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$95,958

Mean Household Income

$135,507

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.5%

Female

50.5%

Population Split

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican33.6%

German5.0%

English4.7%

Irish4.3%

Italian2.8%

Polish1.1%

French1.1%

Scottish0.9%

African0.8%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

32.7%Foreign Born

67.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized55.7%

Non-Citizen44.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later20.4%

Before 201079.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

4,796,635

Median Rent

$2,063/mo

Median Home Value

$871,300

Median Year Built

1969

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

3,196,182

College Enrollment

25.4%

High School

21.1%

College Educated

38.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

29.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

65.5%

Public Transit

3.2%

Work From Home

17.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34 Years

24.2%

35-64 Years

39.7%

65+ Years

15.4%

Population Composition

Under 1820.7%

18-3424.2%

35-6439.7%

65+15.4%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

45.5%

Single Parent

5.5%

Living Alone

25.3%

Avg Size

2.83

Household Types

Married Couples45.5%

Single Parent5.5%

Living Alone25.3%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$47,931

SNAP Usage

13.0%

Health Insurance

92.2%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.5%

$25k - $50k13.6%

$50k - $100k24.7%

$100k+48.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.3%

Retail Trade

9.8%

Education & Health Care

21.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

10.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

92.2%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

93.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

96.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

113.6

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

50.4

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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