Cost of Living in South El Monte, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.8
100 = national avg
+47.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,028
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,702
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing223.2
Food101.3
Transportation109.4
Healthcare101.1
Utilities125.4
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 South El Monte is 147.8, which is 47.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 223.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,028 per year to cover basic expenses.