Long Beach ZIP Code List — Los Angeles County, CA

There are 24 unique ZIP codes in Long Beach, California. Area code: 562/310/714.

ZIP codes

54.58

sq mi land

12.94

sq mi water

562/310/714

area code

Long Beach, CA ZIP code map

About Long Beach, CA

Long Beach, California, is a vibrant coastal city located in Los Angeles County. Known for its beautiful waterfront, diverse culture, and thriving arts scene, it offers a unique blend of urban living and relaxed beach life. The city is home to the iconic Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, the Aquarium of the Pacific, and miles of sandy beaches that attract residents and tourists alike. Long Beach boasts an energetic atmosphere supported by its bustling economy and rich history.

Location & geography

Situated in Southern California, Long Beach is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west and is just 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles. The city covers a total area of 75.10 square miles, including 62.00 square miles of land and 13.10 square miles of water. Notable natural features include the scenic Long Beach coastline, stunning beach parks, and the nearby San Gabriel River. Long Beach is also close to other major cities such as Torrance to the northwest, Lakewood to the northeast, and Seal Beach to the southwest.

Community & economy

Long Beach is a diverse city with a strong population and a variety of residential neighborhoods, ranging from urban downtown areas to quieter suburban enclaves. The city is known for its strong sense of community and is rich in cultural diversity, which is reflected in its local festivals and events. Major industries contributing to the local economy include shipping, healthcare, and education, as many residents are employed by local schools, hospitals, and the Port of Long Beach, one of the busiest ports in the United States. Daily life in Long Beach offers residents easy access to recreational activities, entertainment, and dining options.

Transportation

Long Beach is well-connected by several major highways, including the I-405 and I-710, which facilitate easy travel throughout Los Angeles County and beyond. The city is serviced by the Long Beach Airport (LGB), located approximately 5 miles northeast of downtown, providing convenient access to various domestic flights. Public transportation options include Long Beach Transit buses, which serve the city and connect to nearby metro lines, making it accessible for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, the Metro Blue Line offers light rail service that connects Long Beach to downtown Los Angeles.

History

Long Beach has a rich history that dates back to the early 1900s when it was initially developed as a seaside resort. Over the years, it has grown significantly, becoming an important center for shipping and trade due to its strategic location along the coast. The city also played a pivotal role during World War II, serving as a key military base and shipbuilding hub, and has continued to evolve into a diverse community with a dynamic economy.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Long Beach is that it is home to the Long Beach Polytechnic High School, which has produced numerous famous alumni, including musicians, actors, and athletes. Additionally, the city hosts the annual Long Beach Grand Prix, a popular race that draws motorsport fans from around the world.

ZIP codes for Long Beach, CA (24)

ZIP code	City	County	Map
90801	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90802	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90803	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90804	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90805	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90806	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90807	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90808	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90809	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90810	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90813	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90814	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90815	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90822	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90831	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90832	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90833	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90840	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90842	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90844	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90846	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90847	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90848	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map
90853	Long Beach	Los Angeles	View map

Demographics & statistics

472,584

Population

36.3

Median age

$79,791

Median household income

$39,386

Per capita income

$647,000

Median home value

$1,616

Median monthly rent

39.1%

Home ownership

20.9%

Poverty rate

5.8%

Unemployment

81,105

Housing units

35.1%

Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female

19,308

Under 5

6,647

19,042

5–9

6,556

21,873

10–14

7,531

22,872

15–19

7,875

25,698

20–24

8,847

60,637

25–34

20,877

49,262

35–44

16,961

45,766

45–54

15,757

22,633

55–59

7,793

20,417

60–64

7,029

27,545

65–74

9,483

11,010

75–84

3,791

5,485

85+

1,889

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Age summary

Group	Count	%
Under 18	98,185	18.1%
18 and over	374,399	81.9%
65 and over	59,203	17.9%
Median age	36.3 years

Race & ethnicity

White 34.8%

Hispanic or Latino 20.7%

Other race 14.5%

Asian 10.1%

Black or African American 9.5%

Two or more races 9%

American Indian / Alaska Native 1%

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.5%

Group	Count	%
White	207,240	34.8%
Hispanic or Latino	123,043	20.7%
Other race	86,476	14.5%
Asian	60,125	10.1%
Black or African American	56,315	9.5%
Two or more races	53,422	9%
American Indian / Alaska Native	5,883	1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander	3,123	0.5%

Household income

Under $10k 4.7%

$10k–$15k 3.5%

$15k–$25k 5.2%

$25k–$35k 6.3%

$35k–$50k 8.6%

$50k–$75k 14.4%

$75k–$100k 11.8%

$100k–$150k 16.8%

$150k–$200k 9.0%

$200k+ 11.3%

Range	% of households
Under $10k	4.7%
$10k–$15k	3.5%
$15k–$25k	5.2%
$25k–$35k	6.3%
$35k–$50k	8.6%
$50k–$75k	14.4%
$75k–$100k	11.8%
$100k–$150k	16.8%
$150k–$200k	9.0%
$200k+	11.3%
Median income	$79,791

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.6%

$50k–$100k 0.8%

$100k–$150k 0.4%

$150k–$200k 0.5%

$200k–$300k 2.7%

$300k–$500k 18.2%

$500k–$1M 52.4%

$1M+ 15.0%

Housing overview

Metric	Value
Median home value	$647,000
Median rent / month	$1,616
Owner occupied	39.1%
Renter occupied	52.6%
Vacant	4.7%
Single-family detached	40.1%
Large apartment buildings	14.9%
Mobile homes	0.9%
Median rooms	4.1
Avg household size (owned)	2.50

Year built

Era	%
2020 or later	0.2%
2010–2019	1.6%
2000–2009	3.1%
1990–1999	3.9%
1980–1989	8.3%
1970–1979	12.1%
1960–1969	11.5%
1950–1959	19.1%
1940–1949	14.3%
1939 or earlier	17.7%

Bedrooms

Size	% of units
No bedroom (studio)	6.5%
1 bedroom	21.9%
2 bedrooms	31.8%
3 bedrooms	23.1%
4 bedrooms	6.9%
5+ bedrooms	1.6%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles	% of households
No vehicle	8.1%
1 vehicle	34.4%
2 vehicles	31.5%
3 or more	17.7%

Heating fuel

Fuel type	%
Utility gas	59.2%
Electricity	24.5%
Propane / LP gas	1.2%
Wood	0.1%
Solar	0.4%
No fuel used	6.2%

Households & families

Household type	Count	%
Married-couple family	64,307	35.1%
Cohabiting couple	16,778	8.7%
Male householder, no spouse	38,758	19.9%
Female householder, no spouse	53,270	28.0%
Households with children under 18	50,295	26.5%
Households with seniors (65+)	42,606	23.3%
Average household size	2.44

Marital status

Status	Male	Female
Never married	47.1%	40.4%
Married	38.5%	41.8%
Separated	1.9%	2.4%
Widowed	2.4%	6.2%
Divorced	10.1%	9.2%

Education

Less than 9th grade 11.3%

Some HS, no diploma 8.7%

HS graduate 16.9%

Some college, no degree 21.3%

Associate's degree 6.7%

Bachelor's degree 22.3%

Graduate / professional 12.7%

Metric	%
HS diploma or higher	79.9%
Bachelor's or higher	35.1%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

Type	Count	%
Nursery / preschool	6,092	5.2%
Kindergarten	5,583	4.0%
Elementary school	42,730	31.5%
High school	23,674	17.1%
College / grad school	41,735	33.9%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 21.8%

Professional & management 12.5%

Arts, food & hospitality 9.8%

Retail trade 9.2%

Manufacturing 8.3%

Transportation & utilities 7.2%

Construction 5.0%

Finance & real estate 4.9%

Other services 4.2%

Public administration 3.6%

Information 2.5%

Wholesale trade 2.5%

Agriculture & mining 0.4%

Occupation

Category	%
Management, business & arts	38.2%
Service	16.5%
Sales & office	19.5%
Natural resources & construction	5.9%
Production & transportation	11.6%

Employment type

Type	%
Private sector	70.6%
Government	13.7%
Self-employed	7.3%
Unpaid family workers	0.1%

Commute

Method	%
Drive alone	64.1%
Carpool	7.5%
Public transit	3.8%
Walk	2.3%
Other means	2.1%
Avg commute (minutes)	27.8

Poverty

All people 20.9%

Under 18 years 15.4%

18 and over 20.1%

Married-couple families 5.4%

Female-led households 15.8%

Income support

Source	% of households
Social Security	21.0%
Retirement income	15.1%
Supplemental Security	6.2%
Cash public assistance	4.0%
Food stamps / SNAP	10.7%

Health indicators

Condition	%
High blood pressure	27.6%
High cholesterol	28.1%
Heart disease	5.3%
Stroke	2.8%
Asthma	9.2%
Arthritis	17.5%
Kidney disease	2.7%
Pulmonary disease	5.2%
Cancer	5.3%

Behavior / access	%
Binge drinking	17.4%
No physical activity	19.9%
Less than 7 hrs sleep	33.3%
Fair or poor health	15.0%
Poor mental health	15.1%
Poor physical health	9.7%
No health insurance	14.4%
Visited doctor (checkup)	64.3%
Visited dentist	61.2%
Cholesterol screening	90.8%
Teeth loss	10.9%

Veterans & disability

Veterans	Count	%
Civilian veterans	14,818	7.2%

Disability	%
Any disability	13.0%
Under 18	3.1%
18–64 years	10.9%
65 and over	31.9%

Health insurance coverage

Type	%
Private insurance	57.2%
Public insurance	42.2%
Uninsured under 19	3.1%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

Language	Count	%
English only	446,629	95.2%
Spanish	71,564	14.5%
Other Indo-European	51,409	9.6%
Asian & Pacific Islander	2,319	1.0%
Other languages	17,179	3.8%

Place of birth & citizenship

Origin	Count	%
Native born (US)	355,955	77.6%
Born in same state	349,937	76.4%
Born in different state	284,476	59.9%
Foreign born	6,018	1.2%
Naturalized citizen	116,629	22.4%
Not a US citizen	60,105	56.3%

Ancestry

Ancestry	Count	%
Italian	23,659	5%
French	21,228	4.5%
Arab	8,677	1.8%
Polish	3,206	0.7%
English	2,721	0.6%

Ancestry	Count	%
Dutch	1,381	0.3%
German	1,111	0.2%
Irish	944	0.2%
Norwegian	447	0.1%

Technology access

Metric	% of households
Computer access	35.2%
Internet access	88.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions

What ZIP codes does Long Beach, CA have?

Long Beach, CA has 21 ZIP codes: 90802, 90803, 90804, 90805, 90805, 90806, 90807, 90808, 90810, 90813, 90814, 90815, 90822, 90831, 90833, 90840, 90842, 90844, 90846, 90847, 90848. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.

What is the main ZIP code for Long Beach, CA?

The primary ZIP code for Long Beach, CA is 90802. The city uses area code 562 or 714 for phone service.

What county is Long Beach, CA in?

Long Beach is located in Los Angeles County, California.

How many ZIP codes are in Long Beach, CA?

Long Beach, CA has 21 ZIP codes.

What ZIP code is Long Beach State University located in?

California State University, Long Beach is located in ZIP code 90840, which serves the university campus and surrounding academic district in the west-central portion of the city.

Which ZIP codes cover Long Beach's downtown waterfront and Queen Mary area?

The downtown waterfront district and Queen Mary area are served primarily by ZIP codes 90802 and 90803, which encompass Long Beach's historic port and downtown core.