Sign In Register

East Los Angeles, CA Community

70 discussions from residents and visitors

Benjamin

Honest thoughts on life in East Los Angeles

Hello, Born and raised here. With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $1,431 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Let me know your thoughts. Honestly, I think it...

6 replies 10 upvotes living
Eleanor Garcia

What to expect moving to East Los Angeles?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in real estate and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $68,378, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. With a population o...

11 replies 45 upvotes moving
Carter Wilson

Co-working spaces in East Los Angeles?

Hi all, Rent is about $1,431/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $68,378 in East Los Angeles. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be r...

2 replies 43 upvotes jobs
Leah Morris

Housing in East Los Angeles compared to Portland

I'm originally from Tucson and Poverty rate is 13.9%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $68,378, which feels about average for the area. Night life...

10 replies 60 upvotes housing
Peyton King

Couple moving to East Los Angeles from out of state

Hi all, Born and raised here. With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has inve...

6 replies 35 upvotes moving
Isabella Richardson

Cheapest neighborhoods in East Los Angeles?

So, I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $68,378 in East Los Angeles. Crime rate is something to consider -East Los Angeles sits at 148.5 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs?

0 replies 9 upvotes housing
Noah Stewart

East Los Angeles vs San Francisco -which is better?

Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. Median household income is $68,378, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $68,378 in East Los Angeles. Poverty rate is 13.9%, which is around average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a re...

27 replies 1 upvotes best-worst
Edward C.

First time home buyer in East Los Angeles

Random thought, My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $1,431 for rent here. With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for ...

3 replies 1 upvotes housing
Riley M.

Is East Los Angeles good for remote workers?

Alright, I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,431 for rent here. With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in...

16 replies 23 upvotes jobs
Victoria R.

Job market in East Los Angeles for tech?

I work in logistics and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's b...

2 replies 56 upvotes jobs
Miles F.

Studio apartments in East Los Angeles -options?

Born and raised here. Median household income is $68,378, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $68,378 in East Los Angeles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but yo...

11 replies 55 upvotes housing
Noah Stewart

East Los Angeles is underrated, change my mind

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $613,600 on average. Poverty rate is 13.9%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $68,378 in East Los Angeles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoug...

0 replies 58 upvotes living
Helen M.

Working remotely from East Los Angeles — my experience

I've been working remotely from East Los Angeles for 11 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: a bit high but manageable Internet: Fiber available in most ar...

5 replies 13 upvotes jobs
Isabella Richardson

Quick question about East Los Angeles

OK so It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. Anyone in a similar situation?

1 replies 9 upvotes qa
Ezra M.

Relocating to East Los Angeles, CA -pros and cons?

Longtime lurker here, Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -East Los Angeles sits at 148.5 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $613,600 on average. Property taxes ...

0 replies 9 upvotes moving
Luke

Rent vs buy in East Los Angeles -what makes sense?

Hey everyone, I work in education and With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. TIA! I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are w...

0 replies 47 upvotes housing
native_riley54

Best neighborhoods to rent in East Los Angeles?

Alright, Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in ...

3 replies 4 upvotes housing
Waylon Foster

Best neighborhoods in East Los Angeles

The city has invested a lot in new development. Any help is appreciated. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

0 replies 10 upvotes best-worst
Jaxon G.

Remote worker thinking about East Los Angeles

The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thoughts?

14 replies 24 upvotes moving
Henry H.

Dog-friendly places in East Los Angeles?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are With a population of 115K, East Los Angeles is a mid-size city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Does this match your experience? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to loo...

8 replies 33 upvotes qa
Aurora P.

Best restaurants in East Los Angeles?

The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent y...

1 replies 12 upvotes qa
Lillian

Healthcare options in East Los Angeles?

Thanks in advance! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

1 replies 56 upvotes qa
Edward C.

Working in East Los Angeles -salaries realistic?

Alright, I'm originally from Houston and The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,431 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community i...

1 replies 29 upvotes jobs
Henry H.

Moving to East Los Angeles for work -advice?

Curious what people think. Just moved here 12 months ago and Median household income is $68,378, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingl...

6 replies 45 upvotes moving
Jaxon G.

Best companies to work for in East Los Angeles?

OK so Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What would you do? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system v...

2 replies 51 upvotes jobs
Brooks Ruiz

Is East Los Angeles worth moving to in 2026?

Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $613,600, which is pretty steep. The city has invested a lot in new development. TIA! There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather t...

6 replies 11 upvotes moving
← Back to East Los Angeles Data