Cost of Living in East Los Angeles, CA
Population: 114,617 • 2026 Data
$68,378
Median Household Income
-12% vs national
$1,431
Median Monthly Rent
+6% vs national
$613,600
Median Home Value
+81% vs national
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in East Los Angeles
The median home value in East Los Angeles, CA is $613,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,431, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,458.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in East Los Angeles, CA is $68,378. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0%, with a labor force of 56,340 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.