Cost of Living in Long Beach, NY
Population: 34,741 • 2026 Data
$130,795
Median Household Income
+69% vs national
$2,377
Median Monthly Rent
+76% vs national
$661,500
Median Home Value
+95% vs national
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Long Beach
The median home value in Long Beach, NY is $661,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,377, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,535.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Long Beach, NY is $130,795. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3%, with a labor force of 20,849 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.