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El Monte vs West Covina

Two California cities 5 miles apart, side by side.

El MonteWest Covina
Population107,066107,436
Median household income$64,484$98,570
Median home value$626,000$712,300
Median rent$1,677/mo$2,153/mo
Median age38.140.1
Homeownership40%61%
Property tax (effective)0.75%0.67%
Sales tax11%10.25%
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Is El Monte or West Covina cheaper?

For housing, El Monte is cheaper: median home values are $626,000 in El Monte and $712,300 in West Covina; median rents are $1,677 and $2,153.

Which has higher incomes, El Monte or West Covina?

West Covina: median household income is $64,484 in El Monte and $98,570 in West Covina.

How far is El Monte from West Covina?

About 5 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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