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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Whittier, CA vs Brea, CA

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Are people in Brea older or younger than people in Whittier?
- The Median Age in Brea is 2.9 years older than in Whittier.

Are housing costs cheaper in Brea or Whittier?
- Brea housing costs are 35.3% more expensive than Whittier housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Brea or Whittier?
- The average commute for residents of Brea is 0.7 minutes longer than it is for residents of Whittier.

Things to do in Whittier?
Whittier, California lies in Los Angeles County close to the Pacific Coast with plenty of historical sites such as Bailey House or Pennypacker Mansion for visitors to explore.

Things to do in Brea?
Brea, California is a city located in Orange County that has become known for its entertainment options including Downtown Brea's Main Street Promenade and Brea Mall Shopping Center.

 Whittier, CABrea, CAUnited States
 Population  Unlock46,912329,725,481
 Median Income$80,306  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$696,300  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time32.75  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Whittier    6 Reviews
fred · Whittier, CA
Happy Resident
Over 8 years ago

I have lived in Whittier for over 15 years.Whittier is a great place to live. The City Council has spent millions on street improvements especially on the entrances to  More

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JCANM · Whittier, CA
East Whittier City School District
Over 12 years ago

The EWCSD has some really good schools. Management needs some work, but great, caring  More

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Claudia · Whittier, CA
St Gregory the Great School
Over 13 years ago

I have been a parent at St Gregory for almost 5 years now, I am extremely pleased, the teachers have gone above and beyond to educate our children to the fullest to  More

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Reviews for Brea    10 Reviews
Patricia · Brea, CA
Cost of living and traffic in Orange County Ca
Over 10 years ago

I have lived in Orange County and Los Angeles County for over 20 years. The cost of living has prompted 3 friends to move to the Central Valley, Oregon and Washington  More

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Ken · Nashville, TN
Brea, CA a Great City
Over 12 years ago

I loved living here in Brea, CA for over 17 years. It is a great community. For being a small north Orange County city it has a lot to offer. Schools are really  More

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Lawrence · Brea, CA
Great North Orange County City
Over 13 years ago

Great city in N. Orange County. Affordable with lots of  More

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