Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
17%
Whittier, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,671
Population
82,866
Renter Mix
43% Rent
Los Angeles suburb savors nature access and central location.
Suburban
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Convenient
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Commuter
Welcome to Whittier, a well-established city in Los Angeles County where historic architecture meets contemporary living. Originally founded by Quakers in the late 1800s, this community of 87,306 residents offers diverse housing options throughout its distinctive neighborhoods, from historic properties in the Uptown district to newer homes in Friendly Hills. The rental market currently shows moderate growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,631 monthly and experiencing a 1.4% increase over the past year. Two-bedroom units typically rent for $2,036, while three-bedroom homes command around $2,463 per month.
Life in Whittier centers around the historic Uptown district, where palm-lined Greenleaf Avenue features independent boutiques and eateries. The presence of Whittier College enriches the community with educational and cultural events. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the walking paths at Central Park and the extensive trail network throughout the Whittier Hills. The Uptown area showcases preserved Craftsman and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, while Friendly Hills features contemporary residential developments. History buffs can explore Pio Pico State Historic Park, the former estate of California's last Mexican governor, and the Bailey House, a testament to the city's Quaker roots. Regular community events and festivals take place throughout the year, and residents appreciate the convenient location within the greater Los Angeles area.
Explore the City
Take a jog down The Whittier Greenway Trail.
Test your hiking skills at Hellman Park Trail.
Visit the Whittier Village Cinemas to catch a movie in an art deco movie palace.
Local mom and pop shops are widely available throughout the Whittier area.
Every Wednesday, you can attend Whittier’s Night Market.
Uptown Whittier residents enjoy Monday concerts in the park at Central Park.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$85,994
Average: $107,783
Education
19,319
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
40,452
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Whittier has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Whittier, CA is $1,448 for a studio, $1,672 for one bedroom, $2,147 for two bedrooms, and $2,538 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Whittier has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,672/month
539 Sq Ft
House
$3,514/month
1,271 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,836/month
430 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Whittier, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Murphy Ranch Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
466 Students
Public
Grades K-5
516 Students
Public
Grades K-5
516 Students
Daniel Phelan Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
507 Students
Public
Grades K-5
507 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
989 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
989 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
687 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
985 Students
Katherine Edwards Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
894 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,372 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,372 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,261 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,261 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,000 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Pio Pico State Historic Park
- La Habra Historical Museum
- Children's Museum at La Habra
- Schabarum Regional Park
- Whittier Narrows Nature Center
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
- John Wayne/Orange County
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.