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Lynwood, California
Lynwood, city, in Los Angeles County, California. Lynwood had 63,512 residents on July 1, 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 5.5% since 2020; the 2020 Census counted 67,265 and the ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates put it at 64,578 (±80). GEOID 0644574.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
63,512
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 67,265 · ACS 2020-2024: 64,578 ±80
Median household income
$74,844
±$5,843 (90% margin)
California: $99,122
Median home value
$597,600
±$13,530 (90% margin)
California: $734,700
Median gross rent
$1,652
±$47 (90% margin)
California: $2,036
Where is Lynwood and what county is it in?
Lynwood is a city in Los Angeles County, California. It covers 4.8 square miles of land, 13,895 residents per square mile in 2020.
Lynwood is in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metropolitan statistical area, which takes in 2 counties (Census Bureau delineation, July 2023).
Source: 2024 Gazetteer and 2020 place-by-county files, U.S. Census Bureau · Census reference files
How many people live in Lynwood, and is it growing?
The Census Bureau estimates that 63,512 people lived in Lynwood on July 1, 2025, down 5.5% since 2020, a steeper fall than California's (−0.5%). The 2020 Census counted 67,265 residents. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey, a five-year sample, puts the population at 64,578 (±80).
| Measure | Lynwood | Los Angeles County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 64,578±80 | 9,808,667 | −6,057 |
| Households | 15,206±465 | 3,416,449 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 4.10±0.13 | 2.81 | −0.30 |
| Housing units | 15,645±468 | 3,650,466 | no clear change |
Lynwood's population since 2000
From 69,845 in 2000 to 63,512 in 2025: down 9.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts, each for Lynwood as it was drawn that year: a place that annexed land, or a community that has since incorporated, covered a different area then. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); Census PEP Vintage 2025 (SUB-EST2025, CO-EST2025); 2020 Census P.L. 94-171 · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Lynwood?
The median resident of Lynwood is 33.6 years old; 25.4% are under 18 and 9.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 87.7%, then non-Hispanic Black residents at 8.4%. 38.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Lynwood | Los Angeles County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 33.6±0.7 | 38.2 | +3.6 |
| Under 18 years | 25.4%±1.4 pts | 20.6% | – |
| 65 years and over | 9.8%±0.9 pts | 15.2% | – |
| Male | 49.1%±1.3 pts | 49.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 87.7%±1.7 pts | 48.4% | no clear change |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 2.2%±0.6 pts | 24.7% | no clear change |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 8.4%±1.6 pts | 7.4% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.7%±0.5 pts | 14.9% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 3.5% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 38.9%±1.8 pts | 33.4% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 77.9%±2.0 pts | 55.1% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 1.3%±0.5 pts | 2.7% | – |
| With a disability | 9.4%±0.8 pts | 11.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 13.6%±1.6 pts | 8.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 59.8%±2.2 pts | 80.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 9.8%±1.3 pts | 36.0% | +2.1 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 3.0%±0.7 pts | 13.0% | – |
| Lived in the same house a year earlier | 93.7%±1.4 pts | 90.8% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.6%±0.4 pts | 1.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Lynwood earn?
Half of Lynwood's 15,206 households earn less than $74,844 a year (±$5,843), against $90,112 in Los Angeles County and $99,122 in California. In 2015-2019 the median was $64,258 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $10,586 after inflation. 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Lynwood | Los Angeles County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $74,844±$5,843 | $90,112 | +$10,586 |
| Mean household income | $90,198±$4,453 | $128,770 | – |
| Per capita income | $22,464±$1,153 | $45,792 | +$2,443 |
| People below the poverty line | 18.0%±2.3 pts | 13.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 29.0%±4.2 pts | 17.6% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 23.8%±2.7 pts | 14.4% | – |
| Households with a computer | 96.8%±1.1 pts | 96.7% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.0%±2.0 pts | 93.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Lynwood?
Owners occupy 47.8% of Lynwood's occupied homes and renters 52.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $597,600 by its owner (±$13,530). The median renter pays $1,652 a month including utilities, and 50.5% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Lynwood | Los Angeles County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $597,600±$13,530 | $834,200 | +$106,430 |
| Median gross rent | $1,652±$47 | $1,954 | +$162 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 50.5%±4.9 pts | 48.3% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,323±$78 | $3,160 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 47.8%±2.6 pts | 45.9% | no clear change |
| Renter-occupied homes | 52.2%±2.6 pts | 54.1% | – |
| Housing units | 15,645±468 | 3,650,466 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.8 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 2.1%±1.3 pts | 4.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 55.2%±3.3 pts | 47.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 0.4%±0.3 pts | 1.6% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 2010 to 2019 | 0.7%±0.4 pts | 4.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 18.9%±2.3 pts | 14.3% | – |
| Households with no vehicle | 7.1%±1.7 pts | 8.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Lynwood building?
Builders took permits for 62 new housing units in Lynwood in 2025 (62 in single-family houses), 1.0 per 1,000 residents against 2.6 across California.
Counts of units in permits a local office issued; not every permitted unit is built. A year marked with months was reported for part of the year.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual place files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Lynwood work and get to work?
70.3% of Lynwood's workers drive alone and 4.1% work from home. The average trip to work takes 30.3 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 9.8%.
| Measure | Lynwood | Los Angeles County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 62.3%±1.7 pts | 64.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 9.8%±1.5 pts | 7.3% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 70.3%±2.6 pts | 64.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 17.8%±2.3 pts | 9.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 4.0%±1.1 pts | 3.9% | – |
| Walked | 1.4%±0.4 pts | 2.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 4.1%±0.9 pts | 17.1% | +2.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 30.3 min±0.9 | 30.4 min | −1.6 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What census tracts are in Lynwood?
12 census tracts lie mostly in Lynwood (2020 census blocks). Their median household incomes run from $60,231 (Tract 5402.01) to $118,380 (Tract 5401.02).
| Tract | Residents, 2020-2024 | Median household income |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 5400Los Angeles County | 6,784 | $61,595 |
| Tract 5405.02Los Angeles County | 6,742 | $61,534 |
| Tract 5402.02Los Angeles County | 6,357 | $67,767 |
| Tract 5401.01Los Angeles County | 6,222 | $90,179 |
| Tract 5401.02Los Angeles County | 6,222 | $118,380 |
| Tract 5417Los Angeles County | 5,410 | $87,157 |
| Tract 5402.03Los Angeles County | 5,202 | $84,196 |
| Tract 5405.01Los Angeles County | 5,110 | $82,933 |
| Tract 5418.01Los Angeles County | 5,538 | $67,188 |
| Tract 5403Los Angeles County | 4,479 | $75,964 |
| Tract 5418.02Los Angeles County | 5,129 | $84,010 |
| Tract 5402.01Los Angeles County | 2,090 | $60,231 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 block assignment files (tract share = share of the tract's census blocks in Lynwood) · Census block assignment files
How does Lynwood compare with other places in California?
By the Census Bureau's July 2025 estimates, Lynwood is the 628th-most populous of the 19,476 U.S. incorporated places that have one and the 140th-most populous of 483 in California.
Lynwood ranks 742nd of 1,037 places in California with 1,000 or more residents and a reliable estimate, by median household income.
| Measure | Rank | Of |
|---|---|---|
| Population, July 2025 estimate | 140th | 483 |
| Growth 2020-2025 (PEP) | 420th | 469 |
| Residents per square mile | 20th | 1,077 |
| Median household income | 742nd | 1,037 |
| Per capita income | 955th | 1,073 |
| Median home value | 550th | 1,054 |
| Median gross rent | 618th | 987 |
| Poverty rate | 179th | 836 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 919th | 988 |
| Median age | 865th | 1,075 |
| Owner-occupied share | 933rd | 1,064 |
| Work from home | 802nd | 822 |
| Travel time to work | 371st | 1,069 |
Lynwood's figures with every place in California (CSV)
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Source: PlainCities ranks computed from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How reliable are the figures for Lynwood?
9 of the 57 figures for Lynwood on this page carry a coefficient of variation over 40% and are marked with a ring: they come from a small sample, so read them as rough.
The American Community Survey samples about one household in eight over five years, so every figure is an estimate with a 90% margin of error (shown under each value). A ring marks an estimate whose coefficient of variation is over 40%. A change is called only when the gap between the two periods is larger than their combined 90% margin (the square root of the sum of the two squared margins), the Census Bureau's test. How to read a margin of error.
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026): margins of error as published · ACS technical documentation
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Lynwood are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' public schools in Lynwood.