South El Monte, CA Rankings

South El Monte, CA is a city in Los Angeles County, California that has much to offer. It ranks highly on many quality of life metrics, including educational attainment, health and safety, and recreational offerings. According to the most recent ranking data from BestPlaces, South El Monte ranks very favorably in terms of its overall livability rating. The city boasts an impressive 7.9 out of 10 score for its quality of life index, making it one of the best places to live in California. It also scores high marks for its economic climate, with a 8.1 for job market rating and 6.8 for housing affordability score. South El Monte is especially attractive to those looking for a safe place to call home; it ranks highly on both crime rate per 1,000 residents (7 out of 10) and air quality (8 out of 10). Finally, educational opportunities are abundant in South El Monte due to its excellent high school graduation rate of nearly 95%. All these rankings make South El Monte a desirable place to live and work.

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