Whittier, CA Census Data
The 98th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Whittier is the 98th largest city in California by population and ranks 108th of 188 for median household income. With 85,925 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 119 other California cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
85,925
48.3% male · 51.7% female
Median Age
38.3
0.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$92,374
$13,836 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
29.2%
5.8% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.0%
Poverty Rate
8.8%
3.6% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.4%
Broadband Access
94.2%
4.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$751,700
Median rent: $1,829 · 58% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.4%
Labor force participation: 59.2%
Per Capita Income
$47,401
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.6%
Disability rate: 9.8%
How Whittier Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 98th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 108th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 69th of 188 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 106th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 82nd of 188 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Whittier, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Whittier, CA?
The population of Whittier, CA is 85,925 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 38.3 years.
What is the median household income in Whittier?
The median household income in Whittier, CA is $92,374, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $47,401.
What is the poverty rate in Whittier?
The poverty rate in Whittier, CA is 8.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.4% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Whittier residents have a college degree?
29.2% of adults (25+) in Whittier hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.0% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Whittier?
The median home value in Whittier, CA is $751,700. Median rent is $1,829 per month, with 58% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Whittier?
Whittier's population is 36.7% White, 1.1% Black, 66.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Whittier rank among California cities?
Whittier is the 98th largest city in California by population, the 108th highest for median household income, the 69th lowest for poverty rate, the 106th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Whittier?
The unemployment rate in Whittier, CA is 5.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 59.2%. Per capita income is $47,401.
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