California · Metropolitan Area
Whittier is a mid-size city in California with a population of 85,925. Residents earn $92,374 per year, which is 23% above the national average.
Based on current data, Whittier receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Whittier has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Whittier is $92,374, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Whittier is $751,700, making it a premium housing market at 167% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,829 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Violent crime in Whittier is below the national average at 275 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,584 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Whittier enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
| English Only | 58.9% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 41.1% |
| 207% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $92,374 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,555 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,607 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,528 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% 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 | 1.39% |
| Commute Time | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |
| Census Median | $751,700 |
| 167% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $812,603 |
| Median List Price | $900,000 |
| Median List Price | $900,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $528 |
| Homes Sold | 24 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 14.1% |
| Inventory | 78 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,829 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,380 |
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,469 |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
| Obesity | 27.5% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.5% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 3.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,746/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37,635 |
| Total Violent | 274.9/100K |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Murder | 4.6/100K |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Rape | 17.3/100K |
| Robbery | 110.4/100K |
| Assault | 142.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,584.2/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 391.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,841.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 351.9/100K |
| Arson | 12.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 817 |
| FEMA Disasters | 1,001 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Area | 14.7 sq mi (37.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,865/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9668°N, 118.0201°W |
| County FIPS | 06037 |
Winner: Democrat by 32.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.2% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.69 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 5,865/sq mi |
| Total Area | 14.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 24 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 43 |
| 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 | 33.2 min |
| Work from Home | 10.9% |