Firstly why Inglewood, California?

I’ll start with some quick stats and an overview:

• City: Inglewood
• State: California
• Population: 109,673 people
• Inglewood’s quick summary would be Home to the SoFi Stadium, a major venue for sports and entertainment events.

Some people I know rave about this place, others say it’s on the upswing or going through changes. Check out these migration details:

• How many people move-in: 9,000 annually
• While this many move-out: 8,000 annually
• Net Migration: 1000 more people in (net) annual change
• Non-Citizen Move-in: 600
• Number of Homeless people: 800

You might wonder why people choose to move here, I’d say generally because it known for its cultural diversity and proximity to Los Angeles attracting families

Perk #1: Inglewood Demographic Mix & Lifestyle

• The percentage of Residents Age 30–50 is about 31%
• Percentage of Home Ownership is hovering around 48%
• Largest Local Ethnic Group is Black
• The 2nd Largest Ethnic Group is mostly Hispanic
• The median income is (and growing)  $59,000
• Income Required to Live Comfortably in Inglewood is $74,000
• Average Extra Spending Money after paying bills yearly is approx. $15000 in positive cash flow

This and any cities local population can be a real melting pot—or sometimes it’s more homogeneous, depending on the area. Ask yourself: would you enjoy a bustling community with diverse backgrounds, or do you prefer a quieter, tight-knit vibe?

Perk #2: Housing & Inglewood’s Cost of Living

• Cost of Living Index: 175 (100 is the US average)
• Annual Property Tax Per House: $3,806
• Property Tax %: 1.04%
• Rent for an average 2BD Apartment: $1,600
• Rent for an average house: $2,400
• Popular and Expensive Neighborhood: Inglewood
• Top 5 Growing Areas: Inglewood, Hawthorne, South-Los-Angeles, Westmont, and probably could include Lennox
• Avg. Age of Homes in Inglewood: 65 years
• The Percentage of Realtors per 100 people here: 2.8%

If the cost-of-living index is low, you might find a place without selling your kidney. If it’s high, well, you’ll need to budget carefully. Some income earners thrive in pricey markets, others prefer less financially stressful areas.

Perk #3: Job Market & Inglewood’s Economy

• 3 Industries gaining traction in Inglewood are  Entertainment, Retail, and Healthcare
• Inglewood Job Scene: limited job market mainly in retail and services
• The General Tech Scene: rapidly growing tech presence with strong entertainment and satellite industries , ,
• Inglewood Resident’s pay $1,300 in City Tax alone!
• Local Sales Tax in Inglewood: 10.25%
• No. of Independent Businesses: 180 (excluding chains and corporates)
• Number of Local Branch Banks: 4

Maybe you’re a go-getter in finance, tech, or healthcare. Or you’d rather open a mom-and-pop shop. Either way, it’s worth checking if the local industries align with your skill set—or if you’re game to try something new.

Perk #4: Transportation & Commuting in Inglewood

• Monthly Transportation Costs: $160 on average per person
• Freeway Access: I-405 offers a north-south route through Inglewood
• Commute Time: 25 minutes (public & private)
• Main Evening Traffic Area: congestion on Airport Boulevard
• Transportation Score: 67 out of 100 described as Good Transit
• No. of Vehicles Registered in Inglewood: 65,000
• Cars registered per Person: 0.6
• No. of Car Washes: 5 in and around the city
• DMV Website for Inglewood: dmv.ca.gov
• The Bike-Friendly Score: 61 of 100
• Local Airport: Los Angeles International

Is a 15-minute commute your dream, or is 45 minutes stuck on the freeway a dealbreaker? If you can handle traffic or love public transit, this might be perfect. If not, brace yourself with a killer podcast lineup.

Perk #5: Inglewood’s Weather & Natural Factors

• The Most Common Natural Disaster is Earthquakes
• General Weather in Inglewood is best described as has mild winters with cool temperatures and warm dry summers with occasional heat waves
• Winter Weather in Inglewood i’d describe as mild with sunny spells
• Spring Weather in Inglewood can be described as warm with low humidity
• Summer’s in Inglewood are mostly warm and sunny
• Fall ( the nicest time) in Inglewood is usually mild and sunny
• How many days in a row over 90°F: 4 days in summer
• Days in a row in Inglewood below Freezing: 0
• Average Annual Rainfall: 15 inches
• Summer Air Quality is usually moderate air quality mainly impacted by urban sources
• Inglewood Winter Air average air quality impacted by urban emissions

Do you live for sunny skies? Or maybe you can’t stand humidity. Some relish snowy winters; others run south at the first snowflake. And if hurricanes, tornadoes, or earthquakes are part of the package, put all that into your consideration matrix.

Perk #6: Inglewood Education & Schools

• The GreatSchools.org City Rating:
• Number of Colleges and Universities in Inglewood 2
• While the number of trade schools inside Inglewoods’s city limits are 3
• Library that I have visited and enjoyed is the Inglewood Public Library

If you’ve got kids—or you’re looking to further your own education—solid school ratings and local colleges can be a huge perk. If not, hey, a good library have more gems that you didn’t know existed, check it out.

Perk #7: Healthcare & Inglewood Stats

• Typical EMS Response Time: 10 minutes
• Registered Full-Time Inglewood only Doctors is about 35
• Local Hospitals here is  3
• Full-time Inglewood only Police Officers is about 140
• Crime Rate Index: 70/100

Medical facilities could be important to you and who knows it could be related to the crime stats. Again some stats that are worth considering.

Perk #8: Utilities, Gyms & Water Quality

• Inglewood’s Monthly utility bill average is $190
• Inglewood’s Monthly Gym Membership: $65
• Inglewood’s Water Quality Score: 65

Some of us freak out if water tastes off, others don’t mind. Gym buffs will appreciate a cheap membership; others prefer running outside for free. Check if these monthly costs fit inside your realistic lifestyle.

Perk #9: Events, Festivals & Vibe in Inglewood

• Approx number of Festivals the city puts on is 11 annually
• The General Local City Vibe: urban community with a growing arts scene and events
• You might enjoy concerts at The Forum
• Nightlife Scene (yes this is completely subjective), Inglewood  features local bars and restaurants offering a taste of the diverse community’s nightlife

If you love a lively social calendar—fairs, concerts, maybe the odd chili cook-off—this is your jam. If crowds make you itch, you might only show up for the funnel cakes.

Perk #10: The Food, Sports & Culture of Inglewood

• The Objective Restaurant Scene Offers a variety of local eateries and fast food spots
• The Number of Independent Restaurants are 40 scattered around Inglewood
• The Popular Sports Team is Inglewood High School
• Top Level Political Climate in Inglewood can be described as urban city with significant cultural diversity and progressive movements
• Inglewood’s Longer standing religious establishment is Inglewood Church of Christ

Whether you’re a foodie wanting fancy cuisine or a sports nut who can’t miss the local team’s home game, see if your interests line up with what the city offers.

Perk #11: Inglewood Parks & Green Spaces

• Did you know Inglewood has 25 Parks?
• Century Park is Inglewood’s Green Space Center
• The local favorite Farmers Market is Inglewood Farmers Market normally open Saturday 8am-12pm
• Outdoor Activities that both weekend warriors are pro’s can enjoy are Outdoor events, biking, and parks

Love fresh air? A city investing in parks and markets can be a sanity-saver. If you prefer the indoors, maybe it’s less of a draw—but I still say fresh produce is never a bad thing.

Perk #12: Inglewood Neighborhoods Pace & Proximity

• The Pace of Life in Inglewood can be described as moderate urban life with a focus on entertainment
• 3 Family-Friendly Activities anyone can enjoy in Inglewood attending cultural festivals sports events community gatherings
• The Cities people commute to from Inglewood are Los-Angeles 9 miles away Hawthorne 3 miles away Culver-City 11 miles away

Neighborhood pace can range from laid-back suburbs to frantic downtown vibes. If you need a quick getaway, big neighboring cities can scratch that itch for a weekend change of scene.

8 Drawbacks about Inglewood or are they?

No place is perfect. I rate these as important based on your location and type of work you do. They might not be negatives or positives for everyone.

1. Traffic/Commute Issues
   Maybe you read: congestion on Airport Boulevard. If you hate gridlock, look at alternative routes or brace yourself with podcasts.
2. Natural Disaster or Extreme Weather
   Inglewood’s Earthquakes risk could be minimal or major. Dig more on that is your eyebrow just went up.
3. Pricey Neighborhoods
   If Inglewood is out of your price point, you might consider these places nearby Inglewood are Los-Angeles 9 miles away Hawthorne 3 miles away Culver-City 11 miles away.
4. Crime Rate Concerns
   With a 70 of 100, some neighborhoods might feel safer than others. Everyone has a different tolerance for this.
5. Harsh Climate Contrasts
   Inglewood has 0 days in a row below freezing and 4 days above 90 degrees. This might be your heaven or your nightmare. Some people can’t stand snow, while others pray for it.
6. Limited Extra Funds
   After general costs of living here in Inglewood people have an average (positive or negative) $15000 in positive cash flow left over in income to spend or pay off. Economics will make or break you here.
7. Homelessness or Social Challenges
   800 homeless people living in Inglewood. It can be tough for the community—no easy solutions.
8. Cultural/Political Mismatch
   The general urban city with significant cultural diversity and progressive movements could change but probably not quickly. We all go thru cycles in our lifestyle and outlook. Think about this and your future outlook before a move to Inglewood.

Retiree & Senior Life in Inglewood

• Retiree Tax Benefits say seniors can can benefit from exemptions related to property taxes easing retirement burdens
• The most established Senior Citizen Community is The Pointe at L.A.
• Inglewood Senior Center hosts social events fitness classes and health programs for seniors

If you’re in (or nearing) retirement, see if the city provides property tax breaks or comfy 55+ communities. Some places cater heavily to seniors, others less so.

Moving to Inglewood, California?

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A quick quote or phone call might be all you need to turn your daydream into reality. If you see me around Inglewood, California, say hi—I’m the guy who once moved with nothing but a backpack and a guitar. Good luck on your new adventure!