East Whittier 54 Below average
East Whittier Livability #891 ranked city in California#23,500 ranked city in the USARanks better than 19% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in East Whittier

PROS
  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

  • Crime

    This area exhibits elevated crime rates per 100,000 residents, which may suggest it's a potentially unsafe place to reside. These rates encompass both property and violent crimes.

  • Health & Safety

    A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.

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What's it like Living in East Whittier?

Located in the state of California, East Whittier is a medium-sized city with a population of 10,182 residents. In East Whittier, there are 9,341 people per square mile, which is well above the national population density average. More than a quarter of the residents of East Whittier identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 26% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. When traveling to work, spending unnecessary time in your vehicle is not ideal and downright frustrating. Across all of America, the average one way commute time is 26 minutes, unfortunately, living in East Whittier offers up a higher than average one way commute time of 34 minutes.

Without the right tools, relocating to any new town can be very stressful and challenging. Living in East Whittier, California could be a fulfilling experience for anyone who puts in the time to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like crime, commute, health & safety, housing, you can easily compare the best places to live in East Whittier and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare East Whittier to California and the national average.

Using data and statistics East Whittier has received a livability score of 55 out of 100. This score is ranked in the 23rd percentile when compared to all other cities. This is a poor rating when compared to the average of other places in the country. Based on the rankings for each individual category, East Whittier has been rewarded with high marks for education (B) and employment (A-). Unfortunately for East Whittier, there are some categories for which it does not score well, this includes: amenities (F) and cost of living (F).

Assuming that East Whittier meets all of your requirements like low crime rates, good schools and great local amenities, the next most important item to examine is the affordability of real estate in East Whittier. Everything else becomes a lot less important if it turns out that home prices in East Whittier are simply unattainable. Median real estate prices in East Whittier come in at $604,200, which is 47.6% higher than the California average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In East Whittier, the home price to income ratio is 7.9, which is 23.4% higher than the California average.

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      East Whittier transportation information

      Statistic East Whittier California National
      Average one way commute34min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work85.3%73.5%76.4%
      Workers who carpool8.1%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.4%5.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.4%1.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.5%2.7%2.8%
      Working from home4.7%5.4%4.6%
      Source: The East Whittier, CA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).