Celebrated as “America’s first suburban Chinatown,” the city is renowned for its world-class dining, upscale cafés, and vibrant cultural festivals that bring the community to life year-round. Residents enjoy beautifully maintained parks, scenic walking trails, and premier shopping destinations—all within minutes of home. With top-rated schools and proximity to prestigious universities including Cal State LA, USC, and Caltech, Monterey Park offers an ideal setting for academic and professional success. Perfectly positioned just 10 miles from downtown Los Angeles with seamless freeway and Metro access, Monterey Park combines luxury, convenience, and community—making it one of the most desirable places to call home.
Monterey Park offers a vibrant blend of culture, cuisine, and convenience that makes it one of Southern California’s most sought-after communities. Year-round festivals like the Lunar New Year and Cherry Blossom celebrations showcase its rich multicultural spirit, while daily life is filled with energy—from Tai Chi in the parks to evenings at bustling cafés and bubble tea shops. Known as “America’s first suburban Chinatown,” the city is a culinary destination celebrated for its authentic Asian dining scene. With top-rated schools and close access to East Los Angeles College and leading universities including Cal State LA, USC, and Caltech, Monterey Park provides an exceptional environment for both quality living and lifelong learning.
Located just 10 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Monterey Park offers seamless access to the 10, 60, and 710 freeways and Metro transit while maintaining a peaceful suburban atmosphere. The city features 13 parks, scenic trails, and a variety of shopping and entertainment destinations—including Atlantic Times Square, Monterey Park Marketplace, and the Prado Center—creating a lifestyle that blends convenience, recreation, and community, and making it one of the most desirable places to live, work, and raise a family.
59,639 people live in Monterey Park, where the median age is 45.5 and the average individual income is $37,702. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Monterey Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including La Perla Hair Design, Christina Olson, and 213 Beauty Studio.
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Monterey Park has 20,737 households, with an average household size of 2.86. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Monterey Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 59,639 people call Monterey Park home. The population density is 7,773.49 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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