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Alhambra vs El Monte

Two California cities 6 miles apart, side by side.

AlhambraEl Monte
Population81,483107,066
Median household income$85,189$64,484
Median home value$812,700$626,000
Median rent$1,852/mo$1,677/mo
Median age41.938.1
Homeownership42%40%
Property tax (effective)0.66%0.75%
Sales tax11%11%
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Is Alhambra or El Monte cheaper?

For housing, El Monte is cheaper: median home values are $812,700 in Alhambra and $626,000 in El Monte; median rents are $1,852 and $1,677.

Which has higher incomes, Alhambra or El Monte?

Alhambra: median household income is $85,189 in Alhambra and $64,484 in El Monte.

How far is Alhambra from El Monte?

About 6 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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