California · Metropolitan Area
Monterey Park is a mid-size city in California with a population of 59,639. Residents earn $77,605 per year, which is 3% above the national average.
Based on current data, Monterey Park receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Monterey Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Monterey Park is $77,605, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Monterey Park is $818,300, making it a premium housing market at 190% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,845 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Monterey Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,695 per 100,000, near the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Monterey Park 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.
| English Only | 27.2% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 72.8% |
| 443% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,605 |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,702 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.28% |
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.7% |
| Census Median | $818,300 |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $919,451 |
| Median List Price | $898,000 |
| Median List Price | $898,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $607 |
| Homes Sold | 18 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.2% |
| Price Drops | 12.8% |
| Inventory | 78 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,845 |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,494 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.28% |
| Obesity | 19.3% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 7.4% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.5% |
| Depression | 14.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 148.5/100K |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Murder | 1.6/100K |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Rape | 6.5/100K |
| Robbery | 66.9/100K |
| Assault | 73.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,695.4/100K |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 435.7/100K |
| Theft | 992.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 267.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.7 inches |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 535 ft (163 m) |
| Area | 7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,776/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0484°N, 118.1332°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.9% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,776/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 12 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 18 |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 15.7% |