Cost of Living in Whittier, CA
Population: 85,925 • 2026 Data
$92,374
Median Household Income
+19% vs national
$1,829
Median Monthly Rent
+36% vs national
$751,700
Median Home Value
+122% vs national
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Whittier
The median home value in Whittier, CA is $751,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,829, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,006.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Whittier, CA is $92,374. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4%, with a labor force of 42,877 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.