El Monte, CA Census Data
The 65th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
El Monte is the 65th largest city in California by population and ranks 179th of 188 for median household income. With 107,066 residents, its poverty rate of 17.2% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
107,066
50.6% male · 49.4% female
Median Age
38.1
0.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$64,484
$14,054 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
14.7%
20.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 64.2%
Poverty Rate
17.2%
4.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 13.1%
Broadband Access
94.0%
4.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$626,000
Median rent: $1,677 · 40% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.4%
Labor force participation: 56.9%
Per Capita Income
$32,190
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
1.8%
Disability rate: 12.1%
How El Monte Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 65th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 179th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 171st of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 170th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 116th of 188 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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El Monte, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of El Monte, CA?
The population of El Monte, CA is 107,066 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 38.1 years.
What is the median household income in El Monte?
The median household income in El Monte, CA is $64,484, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $32,190.
What is the poverty rate in El Monte?
The poverty rate in El Monte, CA is 17.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 13.1% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of El Monte residents have a college degree?
14.7% of adults (25+) in El Monte hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 64.2% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in El Monte?
The median home value in El Monte, CA is $626,000. Median rent is $1,677 per month, with 40% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of El Monte?
El Monte's population is 13.7% White, 0.6% Black, 65.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 29.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does El Monte rank among California cities?
El Monte is the 65th largest city in California by population, the 179th highest for median household income, the 171st lowest for poverty rate, the 170th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in El Monte?
The unemployment rate in El Monte, CA is 6.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 56.9%. Per capita income is $32,190.
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