California · Metropolitan Area
South Whittier is a mid-size city in California with a population of 55,201. Residents earn $98,974 per year, which is 32% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Whittier receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. South Whittier offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in South Whittier is $98,974, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places South Whittier among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in South Whittier is $641,700, making it a premium housing market at 128% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,823 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
South Whittier enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 40.1% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 59.9% |
| 347% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $98,974 |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,460 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 572,385 |
| County GDP | $1,002,965M |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Healthcare | 37,635 |
| Retail | 29,130 |
| Manufacturing | 10,448 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.63% |
| Commute Time | 32.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |
| Census Median | $641,700 |
| 128% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $777,000 |
| Median List Price | $777,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $511 |
| Homes Sold | 11 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.7% |
| Price Drops | 7.7% |
| Inventory | 52 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,823 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.63% |
| Obesity | 28.3% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.0% |
| Asthma | 8.6% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 18.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 12.0 inches |
| 68% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9331°N, 118.0308°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.7% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 10,337/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 258 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Restaurants | 24,882 |
| Retail Stores | 29,130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 1,001 |
| Avg Commute | 32.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.6% |