South El Monte, CA
Full City Profile · California · Los Angeles County County
South El Monte, CA
At a Glance
How South El Monte Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South El Monte's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South El Monte a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South El Monte residents earn a median household income of $67,153 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,743. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 572,385 business establishments, including 24,882 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South El Monte is $578,100 , 105% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $750,221. Median rent is $1,708/month, with 42.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 110.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
South El Monte reports 467 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,266/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in South El Monte hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 55.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South 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 totals 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 80.