Carson, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Los Angeles County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Carson based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
93,523
2023 ACS
Median Income
$107,391
2023
Median Home Value
$645,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,914
2023
Median Age
41.9
Unemployment
6.9%
Cost of Living Index
179.4
100 = national avg
Carson is a city in Los Angeles County, California, with a population of 93,523 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Carson is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Carson is $107,391, and the median home value is $645,600. The cost of living index is 179.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,914 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, and the median age is 41.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
93,523
Male
46,259
49.5%
Female
47,264
50.5%
Median Age
41.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
20.9%
High School or Higher
36.9%
Foreign Born
35.2%
Veterans
3.5%
Married
38.8%
Avg Household Size
3.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.647
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Asian
26.9%
Foreign Born
35.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
38.9%
36,409 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
61.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
89,659
English Only
46.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
26,809 speakers
Limited English
20.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
79.5%
Limited English Proficiency
20.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,270
3.5% of population
Disability Rate
27.2%
890 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,996
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,076
94.1%
Female Veterans
194
5.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,996
Non-Veteran Income
$37,281
Difference
$16,715
44.8% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
890
Without Disability
2,380
Disability Rate
27.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
14,631
#1 Ancestry
Sub-Saharan African
3.4% (3,215)
#2 Ancestry
American
2.4% (2,270)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
2.0% (1,902)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
26,406
Family Households
21,031
79.6%
Married Couples
13,634
51.6%
Non-Family Households
5,375
20.4%
Single Mother Households
4,579
17.3%
Single Father Households
2,818
10.7%
Living Alone
4,424
16.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
13,018
In Married Couple
9,867
75.8%
With Single Mother
2,096
16.1%
With Single Father
1,055
8.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$113,549
Married Couple Income
$127,580
Single Mother Income
$76,521
Single Father Income
$92,609
Avg Family Size
3.5
Avg Non-Family Size
3.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4,140
Grandparents Responsible
640
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$107,391
+47% vs national
Per Capita Income
$37,986
+2% vs national
Poverty Rate
9.0%
-34% vs national
Gini Index
0.4161
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.9%
+32% vs national
SNAP Recipients
12.7%
of households
How Carson Compares
Carson vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Carson is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Carson, CA has a median household income of $107,391, making it the 3,916th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher median household income than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Carson, CA has a per capita income of $37,986, making it the 9,884th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher per capita income than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Carson, CA has a poverty rate of 9.0%, making it the 18,018th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher poverty rate than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Carson, CA has a unemployment rate of 6.9%, making it the 7,555th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher unemployment rate than 76% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Carson. The median household income here is $107,391.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.9%
-10% vs CA avg
Labor Force
47,856
Employed
44,530
Mean Commute
25 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
20.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.9%
of adults 25+
Median Age
41.9
Work from Home
8.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$133.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
179.4
100 = national avg
+79.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,926
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$186,552
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The median household income in Carson, CA is $107,391, which is 46.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $37,986. The poverty rate of 9.0% is lower than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4161, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.9%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 47,856. 20.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 25 minutes, with 8.1% working from home. About 78.2% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 179.4, which is 79.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 250.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,926 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$730,000
Median List Price
$814,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$463
Days on Market
51
Active Inventory
55
Months of Supply
2.0
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$780,890
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$3,352
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
37.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
30.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
27
New Listings
26
Pending Sales
26
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$463
Median List $/SF
$473
Carson vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Carson is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Carson, CA has a median home value of $645,600, making it the 1,788th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher median home value than 94% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Carson, CA has a median rent of $1,914, making it the 1,912th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher median rent than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Carson, CA has a price per square foot of $463, making it the 1,386th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher price per square foot than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Carson, CA has a rent burden of 21.4%, making it the 6,961st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Carson has a higher rent burden than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$645,600
Median Rent
$1,914
Total Housing Units
27,713
Vacancy Rate
4.7%
Owner Occupied
74.0%
Renter Occupied
26.0%
Median Property Tax
$4,362
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,022
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,362
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.68%
of home value
Median Home Value
$645,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,546
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,362) by the median home value ($645,600). In Carson, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.68%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Carson, CA is $730,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 51 days on the market. 37.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $463. Zillow's observed rent index is $3,352/month. About 74.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1965. There are 27,713 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,362. The effective tax rate is 0.68%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.21
per 1,000 residents
+62% vs national
Property Crime Rate
29.31
per 1,000 residents
+70% vs national
Total Crimes
3,009
2024
Violent Clearance
54%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
-4.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Carson Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Carson vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Carson is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Carson police solve 62% of aggravated assault cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 9 | 0.10 | 33.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 24 | 0.27 | 41.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 105 | 1.17 | 39.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 239 | 2.66 | 61.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 387 | 4.31 | 7.2% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,519 | 16.92 | 9.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 725 | 8.08 | 5.7% |
Carson, CA reported 378 violent crimes and 2,631 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.21 per 1,000 residents is 62.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 54% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,519 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 35.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 378 | 2,631 | 4.21 | 29.31 |
| 2023 | 401 | 2,493 | 4.41 | 27.40 |
| 2022 | 436 | 2,525 | 4.74 | 27.44 |
| 2020 | 392 | 2,044 | 4.29 | 22.37 |
| 2019 | 444 | 2,004 | 4.83 | 21.80 |
| 2018 | 435 | 1,971 | 4.68 | 21.22 |
| 2017 | 475 | 2,250 | 5.11 | 24.20 |
| 2016 | 505 | 2,424 | 5.39 | 25.89 |
| 2015 | 433 | 2,146 | 4.62 | 22.91 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
100.0
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
100.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
13.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
88
Public Assistance
$2.3B
Individual Assistance
$35.1M
Most Common Type
Fire
61 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Aug 2025 | — | — |
| Wildfires and Straight-line Winds → | Fire | Jan 2025 | $27.4M | $3.7M |
| Hurst Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Eaton Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Palisades Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Franklin Fire → | Fire | Dec 2024 | — | — |
| Bridge Fire → | Fire | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $13.0M | — |
| Tropical Storm Hilary → | Hurricane | Nov 2023 | $4.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $3.5M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $14.3M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2020 | $7.8M | $24K |
| Bobcat Fire → | Fire | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $2.0B | $21.3M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Getty Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Tick Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Saddleridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 97 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
9,092
Total Claims Paid
$72,172,684
Avg Claim Payout
$7,938
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
380
Federal Funding
$444,312,738
Properties Protected
1,908
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.87
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 115 | $179,435,867 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 112 | $221,346,997 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 37 | $1,840,060 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 20 | $1,828,346 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 19 | $1,169,772 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Carson has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, wildfire, heat wave. The area has had 88 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (61 declarations). 9,092 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,271,767,449 in public assistance recovery funding. $35,064,303 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 380 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
25.7%
10.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
16.6%
6.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.5%
2.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.6%
Arthritis
20.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
10.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
15.3%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.6%
Loneliness
42.0%
Lack of Support
34.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
31.6%
Mobility
15.7%
Cognitive
14.3%
Hearing
5.6%
Vision
6.5%
Self-Care
4.5%
Independent Living
8.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Carson has an obesity rate of 25.7%, which is 10.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 16.6%, 6.9pp below the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 74.5% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
1.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.5 mi
Memorial Hospital Of Gardena
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hospital Of Gardena | 4.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| College Medical Center | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Memorial Care Miller Children'S & Women'S Hosp Lb | 4.6 mi | Childrens | — | — |
| Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility | 4.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
7.8M MT
Top Emitter
Los Angeles Refinery (LAR)
6.1M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Los Angeles Refinery (LAR) Marathon Petroleum Corp | Refineries | 6,119,030 |
Phillips 66 Los Angeles Refinery - Carson Plant Phillips 66 | Refineries | 948,505 |
AIR PRODUCTS CARSON HYDROGEN PLANT Air Products & Chemicals Inc | Chemicals | 657,458 |
ECO SERVICES DOMINGUEZ Ecovyst Inc | Chemicals | 35,808 |
Valero Wilmington Asphalt Plant Valero Energy Corp | Refineries | 16,324 |
ICEGEN Enery Holdings Llc | Power Plants | 16,271 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 7.8M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
25 min
+5% vs national
Drive Alone
78.2%
-1% vs national
Public Transit
1.7%
+87% vs national
Work From Home
8.1%
-13% vs national
Carpool
8.3%
Walk / Bike
1.6%
combined
How Carson's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
6
2023
6-Year Avg
6
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
4
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 13 | 13 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| 2019 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Carson, CA is 25 minutes, which is 5.1% above the national average of 23 minutes. 78.2% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.1% work from home, which is below the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 1.7% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.3% of workers carpool. 1.5% walk to work. In 2023, there were 6 traffic fatalities from 6 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.5%
of households
No Internet
4.4%
of households
Total Households
26,406
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.8%
of households
Smartphone
92.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
82.9%
of households
Tablet
68.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+74% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+73% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+94% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+11% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Carson vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
94.5% of households in Carson have broadband internet access. 78.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 12.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 4.4% of households have no internet access. 8.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Carson is located in Los Angeles County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Carson.
Election Overview
Source: Los Angeles County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
2,417,109
64.8%
GOP Votes
1,189,862
31.9%
Total Votes
3,728,427
Margin
D+32.9%
Shift from 2020
R+11.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,417,109 | 1,189,862 | 3,728,427 | 64.8% | 31.9% | D+32.9 |
| 2020 | 3,028,885 | 1,145,530 | 4,263,443 | 71.0% | 26.9% | D+44.2 |
| 2016 | 1,893,770 | 620,285 | 2,652,072 | 71.4% | 23.4% | D+48.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Los Angeles County recorded 3,728,427 total votes. Democrats won the county with 64.8% of the vote compared to 31.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+32.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+11.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Los Angeles County has shifted 15.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
499
Total Assets
$105.6M
Total Income
$96.6M
Per 10K Residents
53.4
nonprofits
+25.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
9
Median Assets
$30K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $96.3M of $105.6M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Carson
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFCarson, CA has 499 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $105.6M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 99 organizations. 9 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 53.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
697
Total Approved
$340.7M
Jobs Supported
7,512
Per 10K Residents
74.5
SBA loans
+16.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
120
Top Lender
Bank of Hope
83 loans
Top Industry
Wholesale Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
581
Total Amount
$218.0M
Avg Loan
$375,200
Median Loan
$153,000
SBA Guaranteed
$163.6M(75%)
Jobs Supported
5,374
Loans
116
Total Amount
$122.7M
Avg Loan
$1,057,842
Median Loan
$661,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
87
12% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$64.0M
19% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$735,728
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dbest Products Inc. | 2 | $5.8M |
| Cedarlane Natural Foods, Inc. | 2 | $5.2M |
| Knda Investments Llc | 2 | $5.0M |
| Lpj Capital Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Shane 4 Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Pcs Ivm Inc. | 1 | $4.0M |
| Dmf Lighting | 1 | $4.0M |
| Lomla Enterprises | 2 | $4.0M |
| Sage Goddess, Inc. | 1 | $3.9M |
| Better 4 You Breakfast, Inc. | 1 | $3.7M |
Carson, CA has received 697 SBA loans totaling $340.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 581 loans (83% of the total), supporting 5,374 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 116 loans totaling $122.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Wholesale Trade. The most active SBA lender in Carson is Bank of Hope with 83 loans. That works out to 74.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
65
Total Population
2,464,855
Avg Median Income
-$61,454,136
Avg Home Value
-$60,807,825
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90001 | 56,403 | $60,751 | $513,300 | $1,471 | 3.3 |
| 90002 | 52,735 | $56,158 | $502,600 | $1,509 | 3.0 |
| 90003 | 71,708 | $54,781 | $547,600 | $1,515 | 3.6 |
| 90044 | 95,859 | $51,433 | $588,200 | $1,427 | 5.1 |
| 90047 | 50,925 | $70,187 | $648,200 | $1,492 | 4.7 |
| 90052 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
| 90059 | 38,015 | $53,840 | $566,200 | $1,317 | 3.2 |
| 90061 | 28,478 | $60,114 | $576,400 | $1,498 | 2.7 |
| 90220 | 49,156 | $77,535 | $514,600 | $1,557 | 6.9 |
| 90221 | 50,782 | $68,191 | $541,800 | $1,600 | 5.4 |
| 90222 | 32,173 | $76,467 | $552,000 | $1,485 | 2.7 |
| 90241 | 45,484 | $84,375 | $770,100 | $1,884 | 4.9 |
| 90242 | 40,983 | $83,238 | $676,100 | $1,874 | 4.5 |
| 90247 | 47,303 | $73,851 | $640,500 | $1,751 | 3.8 |
| 90248 | 11,144 | $81,777 | $646,900 | $1,602 | 4.8 |
| 90249 | 25,967 | $84,921 | $709,900 | $1,705 | 3.0 |
| 90250 | 94,991 | $74,923 | $827,600 | $1,723 | 6.8 |
| 90254 | 19,248 | $152,019 | $2,000,001 | $2,812 | 1.4 |
| 90255 | 70,363 | $61,376 | $562,600 | $1,443 | 3.7 |
| 90260 | 32,379 | $86,736 | $745,700 | $1,877 | 2.5 |
| 90262 | 64,918 | $70,507 | $569,400 | $1,625 | 4.8 |
| 90266 | 34,584 | $193,904 | $2,000,001 | $3,492 | 4.0 |
| 90274 | 24,988 | $222,273 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 12.0 |
| 90275 | 41,367 | $175,212 | $1,543,300 | $3,501 | 13.5 |
| 90277 | 35,391 | $131,985 | $1,403,800 | $2,621 | 3.6 |
| 90278 | 42,536 | $148,581 | $1,195,700 | $2,417 | 3.7 |
| 90280 | 91,719 | $71,379 | $608,500 | $1,471 | 7.4 |
| 90303 | 23,169 | $70,853 | $764,200 | $1,709 | 1.9 |
| 90304 | 26,215 | $63,317 | $696,200 | $1,499 | 1.6 |
| 90305 | 14,612 | $89,030 | $785,000 | $1,868 | 2.6 |
| 90501 | 41,319 | $92,815 | $887,300 | $1,868 | 5.7 |
| 90502 | 18,114 | $98,867 | $655,200 | $1,903 | 2.2 |
| 90503 | 43,764 | $119,685 | $1,058,100 | $2,249 | 5.3 |
| 90504 | 33,321 | $105,474 | $897,100 | $2,225 | 4.4 |
| 90505 | 35,605 | $110,690 | $1,144,000 | $2,338 | 5.8 |
| 90506 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 90701 | 16,044 | $97,712 | $763,700 | $2,276 | 1.6 |
| 90706 | 77,396 | $77,602 | $661,100 | $1,771 | 6.1 |
| 90710 | 26,777 | $77,486 | $648,600 | $1,547 | 2.3 |
| 90712 | 30,672 | $119,246 | $779,600 | $2,302 | 4.2 |
| 90713 | 28,583 | $129,397 | $808,600 | $2,699 | 3.5 |
| 90715 | 20,668 | $94,796 | $660,900 | $2,196 | 1.7 |
| 90717 | 21,319 | $92,984 | $793,600 | $1,874 | 2.0 |
| 90723 | 52,546 | $70,912 | $500,400 | $1,772 | 4.8 |
| 90731 | 62,452 | $71,936 | $808,800 | $1,645 | 9.2 |
| 90732 | 23,104 | $118,658 | $785,000 | $2,523 | 3.6 |
| 90744 | 53,678 | $61,440 | $596,100 | $1,426 | 8.9 |
| 90745 | 57,952 | $106,457 | $628,400 | $1,838 | 8.2 |
| 90746 | 27,465 | $113,545 | $682,000 | $2,713 | 5.8 |
| 90747 | 17 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 90755 | 11,654 | $102,684 | $730,200 | $1,817 | 2.2 |
| 90802 | 39,859 | $72,152 | $546,700 | $1,855 | 6.5 |
| 90803 | 31,804 | $111,500 | $1,138,300 | $2,073 | 4.1 |
| 90804 | 38,306 | $68,940 | $673,600 | $1,801 | 2.2 |
| 90805 | 94,631 | $68,615 | $588,500 | $1,664 | 7.4 |
| 90806 | 39,972 | $73,674 | $699,800 | $1,672 | 4.9 |
| 90807 | 33,320 | $95,079 | $832,200 | $1,892 | 4.4 |
| 90808 | 39,351 | $131,959 | $900,100 | $2,271 | 6.9 |
| 90810 | 35,648 | $82,222 | $594,200 | $1,554 | 6.5 |
| 90813 | 51,689 | $50,302 | $543,700 | $1,578 | 3.1 |
| 90814 | 20,676 | $98,070 | $898,700 | $1,987 | 1.3 |
| 90815 | 43,461 | $116,567 | $890,500 | $2,263 | 7.0 |
| 90822 | 93 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 90831 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 90840 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
Carson, CA has 65 ZIP codes with a combined population of 2,464,855. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$61,454,136. The average median home value is -$60,807,825. The average median monthly rent is -$61,536,695.
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