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Long Beach, CA Neighborhood Guide

Population: 467K · CA

Walkability (est.)
67
Somewhat Walkable
Safety Score
74
651 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
30.2 min
one way
Work from Home
14%
of workers

Commute Breakdown

Drive Alone: 70%
Public Transit: 5%
Work from Home: 14%
Other: 11%

Source: Census ACS 2022

Amenities

2,334
Restaurants (est.)
93
Parks (est.)
9
Hospitals (est.)

Estimated from Census County Business Patterns

Notable Neighborhoods

Belmont Shore
Beach community with 2nd Street shops and Naples canals
Downtown Long Beach
Urban waterfront with Pine Avenue dining and Aquarium
Bixby Knolls
Family-friendly with First Friday art walk on Atlantic Avenue

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best neighborhoods in Long Beach?

Popular neighborhoods in Long Beach include Belmont Shore, Downtown Long Beach, Bixby Knolls. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.

What is the average commute time in Long Beach?

The average commute in Long Beach, CA is 30.2 minutes. 70% of workers drive alone, 5% use public transit, and 14% work from home (Census ACS 2022).

How safe is Long Beach?

Long Beach has a safety score of 74/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 651 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.

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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.