Cost of Living in Lynwood, CA
Population: 65,291 • 2026 Data
$70,236
Median Household Income
-9% vs national
$1,625
Median Monthly Rent
+21% vs national
$569,400
Median Home Value
+68% vs national
9.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Lynwood
The median home value in Lynwood, CA is $569,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,625, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,723.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Lynwood, CA is $70,236. The unemployment rate stands at 9.7%, with a labor force of 31,008 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.