Cost of Living in El Monte, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
151.1
100 = national avg
+51.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,503
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,188
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing234.0
Food99.3
Transportation113.2
Healthcare99.4
Utilities126.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in El Monte is 151.1, which is 51.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 234.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,503 per year to cover basic expenses.