Covina, CA vs Monrovia, CA
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Covina
63.7
#1744 nationally
Monrovia
63.1
#1798 nationally
Monrovia leads in crime level (8.7 vs 9.7). Covina leads in cost of living index (158 vs 176). Monrovia leads in average commute (30.7 min vs 32.3 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Covina, CA | Monrovia, CA |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 63.7 (#1744) | 63.1 (#1798) |
| Population | 48,728 | 36,768 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $804,931 | $993,177 |
| Median Household Income | $89,650 | $93,827 |
| Average Commute | 32.3 min | 30.7 min |
| Walk Score | 59 | 62 |
| Crime Level | 9.7 | 8.7 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 158 | 176 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+32.9 | D+32.9 |
D
63.7 Score
Covina, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$804,931
Population
48,728
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
59
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D
63.1 Score
Monrovia, CA
Small California city with local appeal
Median Home
$993,177
Population
36,768
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
62
Pacific
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