Monterey Park, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Monterey Park, California is 59,639 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 157th-largest city in California. The median household income is $77,605, the median home value is $818,300, and the median age is 45.5.
The population has declined 3.7% since 2010 (60,218 → 57,996).
59,639
Population
7774
People / sq mi
$77,605
Median Income
$818,300
Median Home Value
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Monterey Park covers 7.7 sq mi of land at 7774 people per square mile.
About Monterey Park, CA
Monterey Park is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 5.0% of the population. With 59,639 residents, Monterey Park is a city in California.
Median household income is $77,605, near the US median of $78,538. Roughly 10.7% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $818,300, with typical rent around $1,845.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 34.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. About 15.7% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Monterey Park city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Monterey Park city had a population of 60,218 in 2010 and 57,996 in 2024, a -3.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 60,908 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.26%.
57,996
Population (2024)
60,218
Population (2010)
60,908
Peak (2015)
-0.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,218 |
| 2011 | 60,460 |
| 2012 | 60,645 |
| 2013 | 60,796 |
| 2014 | 60,832 |
| 2015 | 60,908 |
| 2016 | 60,830 |
| 2017 | 60,668 |
| 2018 | 60,198 |
| 2019 | 59,669 |
| 2020 | 60,899 |
| 2021 | 59,574 |
| 2022 | 58,772 |
| 2023 | 58,253 |
| 2024 | 57,996 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 11.5% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$77,605
Median Household Income
$37,702
Per Capita Income
10.7%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$818,300
Median Home Value
$1,845
Median Rent
51.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
79.5%
High School+
34.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.9%
Drive Alone
65.5%
Public Transit
15.7%
Work From Home
29.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
5.0%
Foreign Born
28.2%
Non-English at Home
2.2%
Veterans
11.0%
With Disability
95.3%
Health Insurance
94.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Information | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.1% |
| Manufacturing | 6.8% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Monterey Park, California has a population of 59,639 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 157th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Monterey Park, California is $77,605, with 10.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Monterey Park, California is $818,300, with median monthly rent at $1,845 and a homeownership rate of 51.9%.
The median age in Monterey Park, California is 45.5 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has declined 3.7% since 2010 (60,218 → 57,996).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.