North El Monte, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

North El Monte is a small town in California with a population of 4,115. Residents earn $105,590 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
4,115 Population 9,570/sq mi density
$105,590 Median Income $50,544 per capita
$852,600 Home Value
$2,356 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,590 median income, 1.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$852,600 home value, $2,356/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,590
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $852,600
202% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,356
103% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.8%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

How North El Monte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,115
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density9,570/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 26%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,590
Per Capita$50,544
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,002,965M
Commute28 min

Housing

C
Home Value$852,600
Rent$2,356
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

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

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+86.5%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 65%
Commute28 min
Libraries258

Is North El Monte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North El Monte receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North El Monte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North El Monte is $105,590, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places North El Monte among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North El Monte is $852,600, making it a premium housing market at 202% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,356 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North El Monte 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.

North El Monte has a population of 4,115 with a density of 9,570 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (25.6%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

4,115
Total Population
9,570
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

North El Monte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.4%
45% below US avg
Spanish56.6%
322% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North El Monte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North El Monte is $105,590, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: North El Monte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,590
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,544
Avg Weekly Wage$1,607
IRS Avg AGI$97,528

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% 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 Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North El Monte is $852,600, 202% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,356 (103% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$852,600
202% above US avg
Median List Price$859,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$859,500
$/Sq Ft$857
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,356
103% above US avg

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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,469
199% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In North El Monte, 20.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.9% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North El Monte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.8%
35% below US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma8.0%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death6,746/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities37,635

Crime Rates: North El Monte vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

North El Monte 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

Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density9,570/sq mi
Coordinates34.1029°N, 118.0239°W
County FIPS06037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above 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+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score4.69
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density9,570/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries258
Healthcare Facilities37,635
Restaurants24,882
Retail Stores29,130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)817
FEMA Disaster Declarations1,001

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home17.0%

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