Long Beach and North Antelope Valley in California offer quite different living experiences. Long Beach, located in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, is a bustling urban area with a vibrant arts scene and a diverse economy. North Antelope Valley, on the other hand, is a more rural and quieter region with agricultural-focus. Both places, however, provide unique lifestyles and opportunities appealing to both visitors and those considering a move.
Long Beach has seen a general decrease in crime over the years, but its crime rate remains higher than the US average. North Antelope Valley, much smaller in size and population, experiences lower crime rates. In both locations, it's always advisable to stay vigilant and informed about local safety measures.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Long Beach is higher compared to North Antelope Valley, largely due to housing costs. Groceries, healthcare, and other common expenses are also generally pricier in Long Beach. However, it's worth noting that Long Beach's higher costs reflect its richer set of amenities and conveniences not found in the rural North Antelope Valley.
Income Tax
Since they're in the same state, both cities abide by the same state income tax rates. Local income taxes are not common in California, so both cities see no difference in this aspect.
Property Tax
Property taxes in both cities follow the same state-wide rules, with rates varying a bit due to local assessments. Generally, homeowners in Long Beach can expect to pay more in property tax due to higher property values.
Sales Tax
Both locations see the same state sales tax rate as they're in the same state. However, Long Beach imposes additional local sales taxes, making its aggregate sales tax rate higher than in North Antelope Valley.
Income
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Estimated median household income
$73,905
$75,701
Estimated per capita income
$37,217
$31,896
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
142
137.8
If you make $50,000 in North Antelope Valley, you will have to make $51,524 in Long Beach to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Long Beach is a coastal city offering beach activities and ocean views. North Antelope Valley, situated more inland, enjoys a more desert-like landscape with a backdrop of mountain ranges.
Geographical information
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Land area
50.4 sq. miles
829.8 sq. miles
Population density
9,041.5 people per sq. mile
185.6 people per sq. mile
Relative area comparison
Long Beach, CA North Antelope Valley, CA
Education
Long Beach has a robust education system, with numerous public and private school options as well as post-secondary institutions, including California State University, Long Beach. North Antelope Valley has fewer options, typically limited to local public schools and community colleges, but still provides quality education.
The economy of Long Beach is well-diversified, with sectors such as health care, education, and the port industry thriving. North Antelope Valley, on the other hand, has a largely agricultural-based economy focusing on crops and livestock. Job opportunities in Long Beach are more abundant and diverse in comparison to North Antelope Valley.
Biggest Employers
Major employers in Long Beach include Long Beach Memorial Medical Center and the Long Beach Unified School District. In North Antelope Valley, major employers are predominantly in the local government, school districts, and farm industries.
Weather
Both locations enjoy mild, Mediterranean climates characterized by warm summers and cooler winters. Long Beach, being coastal, often experiences cool ocean breezes, while North Antelope Valley can get quite hot during the peak of summer.
Weather and climate
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Temperature - Average
65.3°F
61°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
70.4%
61.6%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
27%
16.2%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
79%
64.8%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
52%
48.7%
Precipitation - Yearly average
13.1 in
7.4 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
0 in
0 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
26.4%
28.1%
Sunshine amount - Average
78.4%
78.4%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
22%
21.8%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
85%
84.9%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
63%
63.1%
Wind speed - Average
6.1 mph
3.7 mph
Average climate in Long Beach, California
Average climate in North Antelope Valley, California
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Long Beach
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Long Beach
2018
124
95
0.37
0.21
17.2
8.7
22.1
39.8
0.008
N/A
27.5
25.4
13.5
7.3
0.7
N/A
2017
122
89
0.36
0.26
18.1
7.8
23.2
38.3
0.007
N/A
26.7
25.4
14.5
7.4
0.8
N/A
2016
115
93
0.36
0.25
18.5
8.1
21.9
40.2
0.007
N/A
24.1
25.0
11.6
7.7
0.9
N/A
2015
111
104
0.38
0.27
19.9
6.7
22.5
41.5
0.005
N/A
25.0
18.5
13.9
N/A
0.9
N/A
2014
127
95
0.50
0.16
20.3
8.2
22.0
38.7
0.007
N/A
26.7
22.7
14.3
N/A
1.3
N/A
2013
126
103
0.48
0.20
20.0
8.0
24.7
39.4
0.005
N/A
32.3
22.6
14.6
N/A
1.0
N/A
2012
132
89
0.48
0.28
19.3
8.9
24.4
40.5
0.004
N/A
30.8
29.5
14.1
N/A
0.6
N/A
2011
119
97
0.43
0.27
20.2
11.7
23.4
41.9
0.006
N/A
28.4
19.7
15.6
N/A
1.2
N/A
2010
115
93
0.38
0.16
20.8
11.7
22.7
41.8
0.011
N/A
24.1
19.0
11.9
N/A
0.7
N/A
2009
132
103
0.50
0.15
21.0
12.7
22.0
40.9
0.008
N/A
27.7
20.6
13.1
N/A
1.1
N/A
2008
124
98
0.53
0.17
20.8
13.2
23.2
37.7
0.008
N/A
27.2
26.5
21.6
N/A
1.0
N/A
2007
109
97
0.60
0.20
20.3
14.5
21.1
37.5
0.010
N/A
N/A
23.8
N/A
N/A
1.4
N/A
2006
119
95
0.76
0.24
21.4
14.9
19.9
35.6
0.005
N/A
N/A
23.6
N/A
N/A
1.7
N/A
2005
108
102
0.74
0.23
24.3
15.3
20.5
36.4
0.011
N/A
N/A
22.2
N/A
N/A
2.7
N/A
2004
125
109
0.56
0.25
28.0
14.4
22.9
39.1
0.012
N/A
N/A
24.8
N/A
N/A
2.0
N/A
2003
130
113
0.83
0.27
28.1
14.9
22.4
38.1
0.032
N/A
N/A
26.4
N/A
N/A
1.1
N/A
2002
120
113
0.90
0.30
29.6
15.6
22.2
38.5
0.011
N/A
N/A
28.8
N/A
N/A
2.8
N/A
2001
124
103
0.81
0.39
30.3
15.7
21.5
37.8
0.011
N/A
N/A
25.9
N/A
N/A
3.3
N/A
2000
142
112
0.71
0.52
31.5
15.5
19.6
37.2
0.018
N/A
N/A
26.6
N/A
N/A
2.0
N/A
Natural disasters
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
18.3%
10.7%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
6,875.1%
7,706.8%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
57%
57%
Transportation
Long Beach has an excellent public transportation system with buses, light rail, and even bike sharing. Commuting in North Antelope Valley might require a personal vehicle as public transportation is not as extensive.
Transport
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Amtrak stations
1
0
Amtrak stations nearby
3
3
FAA registered aircraft
312
0
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
29
0
Means of transportation to work
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Bicycle
0.5%
0.4%
Bus
3.3%
1.2%
Carpooled
9.8%
18.3%
Car alone
81.8%
73.9%
Motorcycle
0.2%
0.4%
Railroad
0%
0.4%
Subway
0.5%
0%
Walked
2.8%
1.5%
Average travel time to work
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Average
30.7 min
33.7 min
Real Estate
Long Beach's real estate market is more dynamic, with a wide selection of home types from condos to single-family homes. Prices tend to be higher than in North Antelope Valley where rural property and cheaper housing are more common.
Neighborhoods
Long Beach's neighborhoods are diverse, offering choices from beachfront properties to historic districts, whereas North Antopol Valley primarily features suburban and farm-friendly areas.
Houses and residents
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
Houses
179,856
53,670
Average household size (people)
2.8
3.1
Houses occupied
172,599 (96%)
48,942 (91.2%)
Houses occupied by owners
69,470 (40.2%)
31,213 (63.8%)
Houses occupied by renters
103,129 (59.8%)
17,729 (36.2%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$1,057
$1,354
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$520,992
$1,138,428
Estimated median house or condo value
$693,600
$352,639
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.6
4.9
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
5.5
5.9
Renting percentage
58.4%
37.8%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
3,565.7
64.7
Household income disparities
44.7%
43.3%
Housing units without a mortgage
394 (0.8%)
3,829 (14.4%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
3,069 (6.2%)
55 (0.2%)
Housing units with a mortgage
49,321 (99.2%)
22,735 (85.6%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
48 (0.1%)
1,147 (4.3%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
3,709 (7.5%)
3,833 (14.4%)
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
2.6%
1.5%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
18,532
3,653
State government workers
6,550
2,596
Unpaid family workers
178
223
Industries and Occupations
Long Beach is home to a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, manufacturing, and logistics. North Antelope Valley sees a predominance of jobs in farming, construction, and education. The occupational range is broader in Long Beach due to its diverse economic base.
Health Care
Health care in Long Beach is comprehensive, with several hospitals and specialty clinics available. North Antelope Valley's health care options are more limited, often consisting of local clinics and county hospitals, but are sufficient for basic care.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure in Long Beach is more developed and extensive, fitting its urban setting. It's replete with commercial establishments, hospitals, schools, and recreational facilities. North Antelope Valley, being more rural, has less expansive infrastructure, providing the basics like local shops, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Infrastructure
Type
Long Beach
North Antelope Valley
TV stations
5
3
Culture and Food
Culturally, Long Beach is quite diverse, and this diversity is reflected in its culinary scene as well, which hosts a range of cuisines from around the world. As a rural outpost, North Antelope Valley has a more homey and simplistic food culture, characterized by local eateries.
Sports Teams
Sports enthusiasts would find more in Long Beach, which hosts minor league sports teams and has proximity to LA's major league teams. North Antelope Valley doesn't have any professional sports teams due to its smaller size.
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