Montebello, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Montebello is a mid-size city in California with a population of 61,376. Residents earn $74,955 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
61,376 Population 7,368/sq mi density
$74,955 Median Income $32,288 per capita
$660,700 Home Value $816,637 Zillow
$1,771 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
210 Violent Crime/100K 2,273 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$74,955 median income, 4.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$660,700 home value, $1,771/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
210 violent crimes/100K (45% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,955
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $660,700
134% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 210/100K
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,771
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

How Montebello Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population61,376
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density7,368/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 23%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,955
Per Capita$32,288
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute31 min

Housing

D
Home Value$660,700
Rent$1,771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$816,637

Crime

F
Violent210/100K
Property2,273/100K
Murder4.7/100K
Assault88/100K
Burglary786/100K

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation207 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+74.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute31 min
EV Stations31
Libraries258

Is Montebello a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montebello receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Montebello has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montebello is $74,955, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montebello is $660,700, making it a premium housing market at 134% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,771 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Montebello is below the national average at 210 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,273 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Montebello enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Montebello has a population of 61,376 with a density of 7,368 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23.4%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

61,376
Total Population
7,368
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Montebello vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only29.0%
63% below US avg
Spanish71.0%
430% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Montebello vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montebello is $74,955, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Montebello vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,955
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,288
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)572,385
County GDP$1,002,965M

Business (County)

Restaurants24,882
Healthcare37,635
Retail29,130
Manufacturing10,448

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Montebello is $660,700, 134% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,771 (52% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $816,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$660,700
134% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$816,637
Median List Price$995,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$995,000
$/Sq Ft$480
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops14.1%
Inventory64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,771
52% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,367

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Montebello, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.1% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Montebello vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma8.5%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Montebello has a violent crime rate of 210 per 100,000 residents, 45% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,273 per 100,000 (16% above US avg). The murder rate is 4.7 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Montebello vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent210.2/100K
45% below US avg
Murder4.7/100K
25% below US avg
Rape6.3/100K
Robbery111.4/100K
Assault87.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,273.4/100K
16% above US avg
Burglary786.0/100K
Theft891.2/100K
Vehicle Theft596.2/100K
Arson40.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disasters1,001

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Montebello has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.7 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.6 km²)
Population Density7,368/sq mi
Coordinates34.0154°N, 118.1110°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 32.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.9%
D 64.8%

Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+74.5%
School Test Score4.69
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,368/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations31
Alt Fuel Stations44
Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Work from Home9.2%

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