South El Monte, CA vs Upland, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
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Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
South El Monte
62.5
#1853 nationally
Upland
61.5
#1906 nationally
Upland leads in median household income ($93,994 vs $67,724). South El Monte leads in walk score (61 vs 48). Upland leads in crime level (10.1 vs 12.8).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | South El Monte, CA | Upland, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 62.5 (#1853) | 61.5 (#1906) |
| Population | 19,032 | 78,699 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $759,990 | $823,319 |
| Median Household Income | $67,724 | $93,994 |
| Average Commute | 27.7 min | 30.4 min |
| Walk Score | 61 | 48 |
| Crime Level | 12.8 | 10.1 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 148 | 158 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | R+2.1 |
D-
62.5 Score
South El Monte, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$759,990
Population
19,032
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
61
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D-
61.5 Score
Upland, CA
California community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$823,319
Population
78,699
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
48
Pacific
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