South Whittier, California
Quick Statistics
South Whittier is a community in Los Angeles County, California, home to about 55,650 people spread across 5.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $39,306 a year, and a typical home is worth about $708,300. About 26.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 91.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 3 percent over the past decade.
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, South Whittier ranks number 167 of 1,570 in population, number 534 in median household income, number 489 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around South Whittier typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 45°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Santa Fe Springs, CA | 1.8 mi. | 18,871 |
| 2. | Whittier, CA | 2.4 mi. | 86,165 |
| 3. | East La Mirada, CA | 2.5 mi. | 9,757 |
| 4. | La Mirada, CA | 2.5 mi. | 47,180 |
| 5. | Norwalk, CA | 3.5 mi. | 99,789 |
| 6. | West Whittier-Los Nietos, CA | 3.7 mi. | 25,615 |
| 7. | La Habra, CA | 4.6 mi. | 61,970 |
| 8. | La Habra Heights, CA | 5.0 mi. | 5,478 |
What is the population of South Whittier, California?
South Whittier has a population of about 55,650 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is South Whittier, California in?
South Whittier is located in Los Angeles County, California.
What is the median home value in South Whittier, California?
The median home value in South Whittier is about $708,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in South Whittier, California?
The median personal income in South Whittier is about $39,306 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near South Whittier, California?
Since 1950, 48 tornadoes have been recorded in Los Angeles County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in South Whittier, California?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 45 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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