Cost of Living in La Puente, CA
Population: 37,404 • 2026 Data
$84,811
Median Household Income
+10% vs national
$1,788
Median Monthly Rent
+33% vs national
$593,200
Median Home Value
+75% vs national
6.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in La Puente
The median home value in La Puente, CA is $593,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,788, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,757.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in La Puente, CA is $84,811. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2%, with a labor force of 19,176 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.