Monrovia California Map

About Monrovia, California

Monrovia is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 37,571. The population density is 1063.6 people per km². Monrovia is located at 34.1481°N, 117.9990°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 91016.

Monrovia unfolds against a backdrop of rugged foothills, where the San Gabriel Mountains rise abruptly, their sun-baked slopes a study in ochre and sage. It lies 2.2 miles east-north-east of Arcadia, CA (from Arcadia, CA: bearing 75°T), and is situated 8.3 miles east of Pasadena. The air, even on a bright afternoon, carries a faint, dry scent of chaparral, a whisper of the wildness that presses close. Streets here are lined with mature trees, their broad canopies creating dappled pathways, and the houses often boast well-tended gardens, miniature oases of bougainvillea and roses that seem to defy the arid landscape. A gentle incline characterizes much of the terrain, guiding the eye upwards towards the dramatic peaks, a constant, silent presence shaping the town’s perspective. The history of Monrovia is intertwined with citrus groves and the promise of fertile land, a legacy still visible in the occasional mature orchard that resists the encroaching suburban sprawl. Its economy, once heavily reliant on agriculture, has diversified, with a vibrant small business sector now thriving along its main thoroughfares, offering everything from artisanal bakeries to independent bookstores. A notable landmark is the historic Monrovia Public Library, a beautiful, Spanish Colonial Revival building that stands as a quiet testament to the town’s enduring commitment to community and knowledge. The rhythm of daily life in Monrovia often feels measured, a blend of bustling commerce and the lingering quiet of its more bucolic past, underscored by the occasional call of a hawk circling overhead.

About This Monrovia Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Monrovia, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.148062, -117.998955. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Monrovia and Los Angeles County.

Detailed location data for Monrovia includes the ZIP code (91016), telephone area code (310, 424), county seat of Los Angeles County (Los Angeles), and school district assignment (Monrovia Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Monrovia is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.