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Population Review

East Los Angeles, California Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of East Los Angeles, California is 114,617 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 56th-largest city in California. The median household income is $68,378, the median home value is $613,600, and the median age is 34.0.

114,617

Population

15379

People / sq mi

$68,378

Median Income

$613,600

Median Home Value

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East Los Angeles covers 7.5 sq mi of land at 15379 people per square mile.

About East Los Angeles, CA

East Los Angeles is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 2.3% of the population. With 114,617 residents, East Los Angeles is a city in California.

Median household income is $68,378, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.9% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $613,600, with typical rent around $1,431.

East Los Angeles is among the least college-educated US cities, at 10.6% — below the national 35.0%. Just 7.1% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.

Race & Ethnicity

White21.0%
Black or African American0.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)4.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$68,378

Median Household Income

$23,265

Per Capita Income

13.9%

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$613,600

Median Home Value

$1,431

Median Rent

33.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

55.0%

High School+

10.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

6.8%

Drive Alone

65.3%

Public Transit

7.1%

Work From Home

30.4 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

2.3%

Foreign Born

16.5%

Non-English at Home

1.1%

Veterans

11.4%

With Disability

84.7%

Health Insurance

92.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management17.6%
Manufacturing12.0%
Construction10.7%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate10.0%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.9%
Retail Trade9.5%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services5.6%
Public Administration3.7%
Information3.2%
Transportation & Warehousing1.0%
Agriculture & Mining0.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

East Los Angeles, California has a population of 114,617 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 56th-largest city in California.

The median household income in East Los Angeles, California is $68,378, with 13.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in East Los Angeles, California is $613,600, with median monthly rent at $1,431 and a homeownership rate of 33.7%.

The median age in East Los Angeles, California is 34.0 years. The population is 50.7% male and 49.3% female.


East Los Angeles Cdp, CA Climate

East Los Angeles Cdp, CA has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) and receives about 400 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

18.9°C

Avg Temp

400

Precip (mm/yr)

Aug

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
East Los Angeles Cdp, CA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January14° / 58°85 mm
February15° / 59°92 mm
March16° / 60°77 mm
April18° / 64°25 mm
May19° / 67°6 mm
June22° / 71°2 mm
July24° / 75°1 mm
August24° / 76°3 mm
September23° / 74°7 mm
October21° / 69°11 mm
November17° / 63°40 mm
December15° / 58°51 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit East Los Angeles Cdp, CA

The most comfortable months to visit East Los Angeles Cdp, CA are typically June, October and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 8°C low). February is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.