Whittier, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 86,500 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Located at the foot of the Puente Hills, this town is just southeast of downtown Los Angeles.
Cultural Attractions
The Whittier Historical Society Museum has tours and programs for its patrons.
Recreation
Classes for adults, including aquatic sports, arts and crafts, and cooking, are offered courtesy of the local recreation programs.
Historical
The area was originally a major producer of avocados and citrus.
Economy
Whittier is home to plants that manufacture automobile parts, potato chips, and steel products.
| Population [details] | 86,500 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 71.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 1275.92 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 25.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 54.84 °F/33.27 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 83.54 °F/48.64 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 48.14 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 76 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.55 |
| State sales tax | 7.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Los Angeles (18.53 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | LONG BEACH /DAUGHERTY FIELD/ (13.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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