El Monte, California
El Monte: The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the San Gabriel Valley region of Southern California. El Monte is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the El Monte Historical Museum and the El Monte City Hall.
About
El Monte is a city located in the county of Los Angeles in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 113,475. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 112,344 inhabitants.
The city was created 172 years ago in 1851.
El Monte is a city in Los Angeles County, California, located about 13 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. With a population of over 115,000, it is one of the larger cities in the San Gabriel Valley.
Demographics
El Monte has a very diverse population, with Latinos making up around 70% of residents. The area has a long history of Mexican, Spanish, and Native American settlement. Other major ethnic groups include Asians and Pacific Islanders.
Economy
The city has a large industrial base and thriving business park. Major employers are in transportation, wholesale trade, manufacturing, and healthcare. However, El Monte struggles with unemployment and poverty issues compared to neighboring communities.
Attractions
While not a major tourist destination, El Monte contains some interesting cultural sites like the El Monte Airport, the El Monte Historical Museum, and the El Monte Rose Garden. The city also hosts events like the Salsa Festival and Chinese New Year Celebration.
Geography
El Monte lies in the San Gabriel Valley region with a flat landscape traversed by the Rio Hondo River. The city has a Mediterranean climate characterized by warm summers, mild winters, and moderate rainfall. Pollution from nearby freeways can affect air quality.
Housing
Housing consists largely of older single-family homes along with some newer residential developments. El Monte offers relatively affordable home prices for the LA metro area. However, the city grapples with issues like overcrowding and illegal conversions of homes.
While it lacks amenities of more affluent cities in LA, El Monte does provide an ethnically diverse, tight-knit community with a rich cultural heritage.
Quick Facts about El Monte
| Population : | 112,344 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | California (United States) |
| County : | Los Angeles County |
| Postal code : | 91731–91735 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 626 |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.89% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.11% |
| Altitude : | 299 feet / 91 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1852 (172 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time : | 04:50:08 (21st December 2024) |
| Population growth : | -1.01% (2010-2020) |
Geography
El Monte is located at 34°4'7"N 118°1'39"W (34.0686200, -118.0275700).
El Monte map
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- Official Website
Official website of El Monte
Demographics
According to census records, the population of El Monte decreased by 1.01% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 1920 | 1,283 | - | census |
| 2010 | 113,475 | 98.87% | census |
| 2011 | 114,101 | 0.55% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 114,843 | 0.65% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 115,414 | 0.49% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 115,627 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 115,824 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 115,550 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 115,514 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 115,308 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 115,487 | 0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 112,344 | -2.8% | estimation process |
Where to Stay in El Monte
1 Motel 6 El Monte, CA - Los Angeles
3429 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91731, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 Holiday Inn El Monte - Los Angeles, an IHG Hotel
9920 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 Americas Best Value Inn & Suites El Monte Los Angeles
12040 Garvey Ave, El Monte, CA 91732, United States ➦ Show Map
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4 Le Blanc Inn & Suites
11652 Garvey Ave, El Monte, CA 91732, United States ➦ Show Map
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5 Eunice Plaza Motel
9961 East, Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, United States ➦ Show Map
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Other Places in El Monte
1 El Monte City Hall
11333 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, United States ➦ Show Map
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2 City Of El Monte Public Works Department
3990 Arden Dr, El Monte, CA 91731, United States ➦ Show Map
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3 City Of El Monte
11170 Kauffman St, El Monte, CA 91731, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in El Monte (18)
People born in El Monte, including musician Scatman John, musician Mary Ford, actor Glenn Corbett, .
List
- Charles E. Wiggins (United States federal judge (1927-2000)) he was born in 03/12/1927
- Rob Bottin (American make-up artist) he was born in 01/04/1959
- Kid Congo Powers (American musician) he was born in 27/03/1961
- Leonard Nathan (American writer and academic) he was born in 08/11/1924
- Virginia Gilmore (actress (1919-1986)) she was born in 26/07/1919
- A.L.T. (rapper) he was born in 01/01/1970
- Bill Piercy (American baseball player) he was born in 02/05/1896
- Felipe Rodriguez (American soccer player) he was born in 12/09/1975
- Red Embree (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 30/08/1917
- Roger Hernández (American politician) he was born in 29/07/1975
- Tom Morgan (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 20/05/1930
- Troy Auzenne (American football player) he was born in 26/06/1969
- Hiram Merritt Barton he was born in 18/12/1856
- Phillip Chen (Member of the California State Assembly) he was born in 22/04/1978
- Jake Atlas (American professional wrestler) he was born in 01/01/1994
Schools in El Monte
College & universities near El Monte, CA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 490197 | Regan Career Institute | El Monte (CA) | 91731-3254 |
| 121433 | Professional Institute of Beauty | El Monte (CA) | 91731 |
| 476780 | Diamond Beauty College | South El Monte (CA) | 91733-2180 |
| 447722 | Palladium Technical Academy Inc | Temple City (CA) | 91780 |
| 416458 | Premiere Career College | Irwindale (CA) | 91706-3746 |
Stations (47)
Amtrak & bus stations near El Monte, CA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAS | Pasadena, California | 150 South Los Robles Ave. | BUS |
| LAX | Los Angeles Union Station | 800 North Alameda Street | RAIL |
| GDL | Glendale Transportation Center | 400 West Cerritos Avenue | RAIL |
| FUL | Fullerton Transportation Center | 120 East Santa Fe Avenue | RAIL |
| POS | Pomona station | 100 West Commercial Street | RAIL |
Post offices near El Monte
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| El Mon Post Office | El Monte (CA) | 91734 |
| El Mon Post Office | El Monte (CA) | 91734 |
| South El Mon Post Office | South El Monte (CA) | 91733 |
| Ba Post Office | La Puente (CA) | 91746 |
| Rosemead Post Office | Rosemead (CA) | 91770 |
Other cities in Los Angeles County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Los Angeles County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,970,219 | The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. |
| Long Beach | 454,681 | The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism. |
| Santa Clarita | 209,990 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Glendale | 197,747 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Hollywood | 167,664 | District in Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Lancaster | 155,822 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Palmdale | 150,498 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Pomona | 149,212 | The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Torrance | 141,553 | The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Pasadena | 141,045 | The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| East Los Angeles | 126,496 | Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, United States |
| Downey | 109,202 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Inglewood | 107,203 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Santa Maria | 105,851 | The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California. |
| West Covina | 103,656 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
| Norwalk | 102,635 | The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. |
Distance to Other Cities
El Monte distances to largest California cities
