California, known for its diverse culture and lifestyle, offers a variety of city landscapes to choose from. Long Beach and El Monte are two of such cities, each boasting its unique features and attractions. This comparison, focusing on aspects such as crime rates, weather, cost of living, and healthcare, among others, will provide a comprehensive overview of what each city has to offer for both prospective residents and tourists alike.
Distance between
Long Beach, CA and
El Monte, CA : 20.0 miles
Long Beach's population is larger by 327%. Its population has decreased by 5,460 people (1.2%) since 2000. The population of El Monte has decreased by 9,058 people (7.8%) during that time.
The crime rate in Long Beach is relatively higher than in El Monte. Violent crimes and property crimes are more prevalent in Long Beach compared to El Monte. However, both cities have invested greatly in law enforcement, boosting security measures to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
City-data.com crime index counts serious crimes and violent crime more heavily. It adjusts for the number of visitors and daily workers commuting into cities. (higher means more crime, U.S. average = 301.1)
Sex Offenders
According to our data, there are 834 registered sex offenders living in Long Beach and 189 registered sex offenders living in . The ratio of residents to sex offenders in Long Beach is 564 to 1; the ratio in El Monte is 617 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in Long Beach is near to than in El Monte.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Long Beach is significantly higher than in El Monte. This is majorly influenced by the higher housing costs, healthcare, and transportation. Despite these costs, the quality of life in Long Beach is considered to be higher owing to the availability of amenities and recreational facilities.
Income Tax
California's state income tax applies uniformly across all cities, with rates ranging from 1% to 13.3% based on income levels.
Property Tax
Property tax rates vary slightly, with Long Beach averaging around 1.04% and El Monte around 1.16%. The higher rate in El Monte can be attributed to additional levies and special district taxes.
Sales Tax
Both cities are subject to California's standard sales tax rate of 7.25%. However, additional local taxes may apply, making the total sales tax in Long Beach 10.25% and in El Monte 10.5%.
Income
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Estimated median household income
$73,905
$55,609
Estimated per capita income
$37,217
$21,307
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
142
141.8
If you make $50,000 in El Monte, you will have to make $50,071 in Long Beach to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Long Beach, located on the Pacific coast, boasts beachfront living and a picturesque pier. El Monte is nestled in the San Gabriel Valley providing beautiful mountain views.
El Monte and Long Beach both have robust educational systems. However, Long Beach has a higher population and therefore more schools, including several universities. Additionally, Long Beach Unified School District is renowned for its high-quality education system.
Long Beach's economy is diverse, majorly supported by industries such as healthcare, aerospace, and trade due to the presence of Port of Long Beach. El Monte's economy is smaller but growing, with industries in healthcare, retail, education, and manufacturing playing key roles.
Biggest Employers
In Long Beach, some of the biggest employers are the Long Beach Unified School District, Boeing, and the City of Long Beach. In El Monte, the major employers are the Mountain View School District, the El Monte Union High School District, and the City of El Monte.
There were 304 building permits issued in Long Beach in 2012 (238 more than in 2011) compared to 36 building permits issued in El Monte in 2012 (4 more than in 2011).
Weather
Both cities experience a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine throughout the year. However, Long Beach enjoys a more coastal climate due to its location next to the Pacific Ocean, leading to milder temperatures overall compared to the more inland El Monte.
Weather and climate
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Temperature - Average
65.3°F
66.3°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
70.4%
62.3%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
27%
17.4%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
79%
67.2%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
52%
49.8%
Precipitation - Yearly average
13.1 in
16.4 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
0 in
0 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
26.4%
29.3%
Sunshine amount - Average
78.4%
78.4%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
22%
22%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
85%
85%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
63%
63%
Wind speed - Average
6.1 mph
2.7 mph
Average climate in Long Beach, California
Average climate in El Monte, California
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PB
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
Long Beach
El Monte
2018
124
142
0.37
0.37
17.2
14.1
22.1
28.0
0.008
0.007
27.5
28.4
13.5
14.1
0.7
0.4
2017
122
146
0.36
0.37
18.1
15.0
23.2
29.2
0.007
0.007
26.7
30.9
14.5
14.2
0.8
0.5
2016
115
136
0.36
0.34
18.5
15.4
21.9
27.8
0.007
0.007
24.1
28.1
11.6
13.2
0.9
0.4
2015
111
144
0.38
0.34
19.9
15.2
22.5
28.2
0.005
0.006
25.0
28.1
13.9
15.3
0.9
0.3
2014
127
141
0.50
0.37
20.3
16.5
22.0
27.7
0.007
0.007
26.7
30.8
14.3
15.3
1.3
0.4
2013
126
144
0.48
0.40
20.0
17.2
24.7
26.3
0.005
0.007
32.3
29.3
14.6
14.7
1.0
0.4
2012
132
148
0.48
0.43
19.3
18.1
24.4
25.8
0.004
0.006
30.8
28.6
14.1
16.6
0.6
0.5
2011
119
146
0.43
0.46
20.2
18.8
23.4
24.8
0.006
0.008
28.4
29.0
15.6
17.5
1.2
0.5
2010
115
133
0.38
0.48
20.8
19.1
22.7
24.4
0.011
0.013
24.1
27.2
11.9
15.5
0.7
0.5
2009
132
153
0.50
0.41
21.0
20.9
22.0
25.3
0.008
0.010
27.7
32.3
13.1
17.2
1.1
0.6
2008
124
155
0.53
0.53
20.8
23.0
23.2
24.7
0.008
0.013
27.2
32.6
21.6
17.1
1.0
0.7
2007
109
135
0.60
0.55
20.3
24.3
21.1
23.1
0.010
0.015
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.4
1.2
2006
119
129
0.76
0.58
21.4
24.6
19.9
23.0
0.005
0.009
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.7
1.6
2005
108
128
0.74
0.60
24.3
25.8
20.5
21.1
0.011
0.014
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
2.7
2.3
2004
125
135
0.56
0.70
28.0
27.1
22.9
22.8
0.012
0.017
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
2.0
2.4
2003
130
143
0.83
0.88
28.1
31.7
22.4
22.3
0.032
0.025
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.1
1.6
2002
120
137
0.90
0.90
29.6
32.7
22.2
20.8
0.011
0.022
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
2.8
2.3
2001
124
143
0.81
1.03
30.3
33.5
21.5
19.0
0.011
0.033
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
3.3
2.4
2000
142
151
0.71
1.06
31.5
34.3
19.6
19.2
0.018
0.029
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
2.0
1.3
Natural disasters
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
18.3%
18.3%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
6,875.1%
7,229.8%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
57%
57%
Transportation
Public transportation and commuting are convenient in both cities. Long Beach has a more extensive transit system, including buses, light rail, and ferries. El Monte operates primarily bus services and has direct connections to downtown LA.
Transport
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Amtrak stations
1
0
Amtrak stations nearby
3
3
FAA registered aircraft
312
34
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
29
0
Means of transportation to work
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Bicycle
0.5%
1.3%
Bus
3.3%
3%
Carpooled
9.8%
11.5%
Car alone
81.8%
79.6%
Motorcycle
0.2%
0.1%
Streetcar
0.1%
0.4%
Subway
0.5%
0.3%
Taxicab
0%
0.3%
Walked
2.8%
2%
Average travel time to work
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Average
30.7 min
29.6 min
Other means
28.5 min
26.8 min
Public transportation
46.4 min
45.5 min
Private vehicle occupancy
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Average
1.1
1.3
Drove alone
89.7%
81.2%
In 2 person carpool
8.5%
13.3%
In 3 person carpool
1.4%
4.2%
In 4 person carpool
0.3%
1%
In 5-6 person carpool
0%
0.2%
How many people usually rode to work in the car, truck or van.
Real Estate
Real estate in Long Beach is more expensive compared to El Monte, reflecting the city’s coastal lifestyle and amenities. On the other hand, El Monte offers more affordable housing options but with more commute for work or attractions.
Neighborhoods
Long Beach is known for its diverse and vibrant neighborhoods like Belmont Shore and Naples. El Monte, though smaller, boasts historic neighborhoods like Norwood Village and is known for its strong community bonds.
Houses and residents
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Houses
179,856
29,935
Average household size (people)
2.8
4
Median year apartment built
1964
1969
Median year house/condo built
1954
1962
Length of stay in the house since moving in
15.7 years
17.9 years
Houses occupied
172,599 (96%)
29,036 (97%)
Houses occupied by owners
69,470 (40.2%)
10,998 (37.9%)
Houses occupied by renters
103,129 (59.8%)
18,038 (62.1%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$1,057
$1,418
Median monthly housing costs
$1,692
$1,450
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$520,992
$520,221
Estimated median house or condo value
$693,600
$566,600
Median numbers of rooms
4.2
4.4
Median number of rooms in apartments
3.6
4
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
5.5
5.2
Median house price - detached houses
$900,658
$761,978
Median house price - in 5 or more unit structures
$488,399
$643,944
Median house price - mobile homes
$333,777
$67,476
Median house price - Townhouses or other attached units
$634,684
$532,476
Median house price - All housing units
$805,766
$669,761
Median house age
62
54
Renting percentage
58.4%
57.8%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
3,565.7
3,133.7
House value disparities
21.3%
21.6%
Household income disparities
44.7%
42.9%
Median household income for houses/condes with a mortgage
$116,421
$87,271
Median household income for apartments without a mortgage
$79,392
$64,628
Housing units without a mortgage
394 (0.8%)
370 (5.4%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
3,069 (6.2%)
94 (1.4%)
Housing units with a mortgage
49,321 (99.2%)
6,442 (94.6%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
48 (0.1%)
122 (1.8%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
3,709 (7.5%)
416 (6.1%)
House/condo owner moved in on average (years ago)
15
17
House/condo renter moved in on average (years ago)
3
7
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
2.6%
2.9%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
0.4%
1.4%
Housing units in structures
Housing units in structures
Long Beach
El Monte
One, detached
40.2%
51.5%
One, attached
4.9%
12.0%
Two
5.3%
4.3%
3 or 4
8.8%
3.9%
5 to 9
10.4%
5.6%
10 to 19
10.8%
5.4%
20 to 49
8.0%
6.2%
50 or more
10.6%
5.4%
Mobile homes
0.8%
5.6%
Boats, RVs, vans, etc.
0.2%
0.0%
Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
18,532
3,900
State government workers
6,550
1,314
Unpaid family workers
178
60
Industries and Occupations
In Long Beach, the top occupations are related to healthcare, education, and cargo due to its bustling port. El Monte, on the other hand, has more jobs in retail, manufacturing, and healthcare.
Health diagnosing and treating practitioners and other technical occupations
4.9%
3.8%
Community and social service occupations
4.4%
2.2%
Personal care and service occupations
3.6%
6.8%
Arts, design, entertainment, sports, and media occupations
3.0%
2.4%
Building and grounds cleaning and maintenance occupations
2.9%
6.5%
Health technologists and technicians
2.8%
3.0%
Material moving occupations
2.8%
3.1%
Production occupations
2.7%
6.0%
Computer and mathematical occupations
1.9%
1.7%
Transportation occupations
1.4%
1.3%
Life, physical, and social science occupations
1.3%
0.2%
Legal occupations
1.3%
0.1%
Health Care
Both cities have access to quality healthcare facilities. Long Beach, home to numerous specialty clinics and the Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, offers a breadth of healthcare facilities. El Monte also offers sound healthcare services via the Greater El Monte Community Hospital and other local clinics.
Long Beach boasts of more developed infrastructure, with the Port of Long Beach being a significant infrastructural asset. El Monte also has good infrastructure including the El Monte Station, the largest bus-only transit station serving the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys.
Infrastructure
Type
Long Beach
El Monte
Hospitals
17
1
TV stations
5
26
Bank branches located here
67
13
Bank institutions located here
18
8
Drinking water stations with no reported violations in the past
2
0
Drinking water stations with reported violations in the past
HMDA - Conventional home purchase loans - Applications denied
Year
Long Beach
El Monte
1999
1,159
154
2000
710
58
2001
677
32
2002
708
60
2003
1,861
282
2004
2,162
353
2005
3,065
363
2006
3,591
516
2007
2,287
290
2008
887
105
2009
475
83
Culture and Food
Both cities offer diverse cultural experiences. Long Beach, however, stands out with its lively arts scene, music festivals, and international food culture. El Monte, while smaller, boasts a rich historic culture and a great food scene influenced by its large Hispanic population.
Sports Teams
Long Beach is home to several minor league teams and hosts a variety of sporting events like the annual Long Beach Grand Prix. El Monte doesn't host any major sports teams.
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