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South El Monte, CA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Zoe D.

Day-to-day life in South El Monte, CA

Hey folks, Poverty rate is 19.2%, which is higher than I expected. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Zoe D.

Is public transit usable in South El Monte?

Hey, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,708/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtow...

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Violet G.

Life in South El Monte as a young professional

Hey, I've been here for 18 years and Homes are going for about $578,100 on average. Household incomes average around $67,153 in South El Monte. Median household income is $67,153, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families th...

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Maya Walker

Best neighborhoods to rent in South El Monte?

Curious what people think. Household incomes average around $67,153 in South El Monte. Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

4 replies 2 upvotes housing
Mia Castillo

Is South El Monte still affordable?

Hey everyone, Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 19.2%, which is higher than I expected. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned?

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Mia Castillo

Freelancing from South El Monte -experience?

Homes are going for about $578,100 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What do you all think? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and...

1 replies 9 upvotes jobs
Natalie

Best areas to explore in South El Monte?

Homes are going for about $578,100 on average. With a population of 19,413, South El Monte is a small town. Rent is about $1,708/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good,...

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Angel Alvarez

Biggest downsides of living in South El Monte?

Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 19,413, South El Monte is a small town. Median household income is $67,153, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Crime rate is something to consider -South E...

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