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West Covina

West Covina is a large suburban city in eastern Los Angeles County (central San Gabriel Valley). It sits about 19 miles east of downtown L.A., near the I-10 freeway, and had roughly 109,000 residents by 2020. The city is known for its major shopping centers (e.g. Plaza West Covina mall), parks, and residential neighborhoods. Home prices are solid – the median sale price recently was about $865,000 (up ~3.4% year-over-year). West Covina’s market is very competitive, with homes typically receiving multiple offers and selling in just under 40 days. Daily commute is around 32–33 minutes on average, with easy access to I-10 and I-210 freeways. The city has diverse housing (from condo complexes to newer subdivisions) and good schools (West Covina USD). Community highlights include Valinda Park, Galster Wilderness Park (foothill canyons), and cultural festivals downtown.

  • Location: Eastern San Gabriel Valley, LA County (pop ~109K).
  • Transit: I-10/I-210 freeways; no direct rail, but Metrolink nearby. 
  • Shopping & Dining: Plaza West Covina, Towne Center, dining corridors.
  • Housing: Median sale ≈ $865K (Sep 2026), up 3.4% YoY; market very competitive (avg 38 days on market).
  • Community: Numerous parks (e.g. Galster Park), community centers, and family events (summer concerts, fairs).

Highly Rated Restaurants in West Covina

Bakery interior with pastry-filled display cases and staff gathered at the counter.

Porto’s Bakery & Cafe

Cuban bakery · Potato balls, pastries & sandwiches

Seafood dish with shrimp, fried bites, herbs, and a crisp golden garnish.

Misky Misky Cocina Peruana

Peruvian · Ceviche & traditional specialties

Potato gnocchi in orange tomato sauce, sprinkled with herbs on a patterned plate.

Vincenzo’s Terrazza

Italian · Pasta & classic Italian dining

A spread of salads, grilled sandwiches, fries, and a loaded wrap.

C&R Fresh Food

Sandwiches · Wraps, juices & smoothies

Grilled beef skewered over an open flame, with fresh vegetables arranged below.

Rio Picanha Steakhouse

Brazilian · Grilled meats & steakhouse dining

Around West Covina, CA

There's plenty to do around West Covina, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Demographics and Employment Data for West Covina, CA

West Covina has 32,892 households, with an average household size of 3.23. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Covina do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 107,037 people call West Covina home. The population density is 6,675 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

107,037

Total Population

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40.5 years

Median Age

48 / 52%

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Total Households

3.23

Average Household Size

$39,202

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Schools in West Covina, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby West Covina. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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