Lynwood, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lynwood, California is 65,291 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 141st-largest city in California. The median household income is $70,236, the median home value is $569,400, and the median age is 33.1.
The population has declined 8.6% since 2010 (69,595 → 63,596).
65,291
Population
13487
People / sq mi
$70,236
Median Income
$569,400
Median Home Value
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Lynwood covers 4.8 sq mi of land at 13487 people per square mile.
About Lynwood, CA
What distinguishes Lynwood is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 13,487 people per square mile. Lynwood is a city in California with a population of 65,291.
The typical household here earns about $70,236, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 14.2%, above the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $569,400, with typical rent around $1,625.
Lynwood is among the least college-educated US cities, at 10.4% — below the national 35.0%. Home-based work is uncommon, at 3.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Lynwood: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Lynwood city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lynwood city had a population of 69,595 in 2010 and 63,596 in 2024, a -8.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 71,397 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.63%.
63,596
Population (2024)
69,595
Population (2010)
71,397
Peak (2015)
-0.63%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 69,595 |
| 2011 | 69,661 |
| 2012 | 70,576 |
| 2013 | 71,146 |
| 2014 | 71,193 |
| 2015 | 71,397 |
| 2016 | 70,979 |
| 2017 | 70,685 |
| 2018 | 70,285 |
| 2019 | 69,887 |
| 2020 | 66,791 |
| 2021 | 64,750 |
| 2022 | 63,928 |
| 2023 | 63,723 |
| 2024 | 63,596 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 23.5% |
| Black or African American | 8.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,236
Median Household Income
$21,193
Per Capita Income
14.2%
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$569,400
Median Home Value
$1,625
Median Rent
49.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
58.3%
High School+
10.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
5.0%
Drive Alone
70.4%
Public Transit
3.6%
Work From Home
30.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.7%
Foreign Born
20.9%
Non-English at Home
1.4%
Veterans
9.3%
With Disability
84.5%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.5% |
| Manufacturing | 13.1% |
| Retail Trade | 10.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.2% |
| Construction | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Information | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lynwood, California has a population of 65,291 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 141st-largest city in California.
The median household income in Lynwood, California is $70,236, with 14.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lynwood, California is $569,400, with median monthly rent at $1,625 and a homeownership rate of 49.0%.
The median age in Lynwood, California is 33.1 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has declined 8.6% since 2010 (69,595 → 63,596).
Lynwood city, CA Climate
Lynwood city, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F) and receives about 365 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.8°C
Avg Temp
365
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 58° | 79 mm |
| February | 15° / 59° | 82 mm |
| March | 16° / 60° | 70 mm |
| April | 18° / 64° | 23 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 5 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 2 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 3 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 6 mm |
| October | 21° / 69° | 10 mm |
| November | 17° / 63° | 36 mm |
| December | 14° / 58° | 48 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Lynwood city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Lynwood city, CA are typically June, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near 8°C low). February is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.