Zip 90603 (Whittier, CA) Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Whittier, California?
$12,930 / month
for a family, 139.4% more expensive than the national average A total of $155,160 for the year for a family.
$7,167 / month
for a single person, 50.3% more expensive than the national average A total of $86,000 for the year for a single person.

Whittier cost of living score
161.7
More expensive
61.7% higher
than the US average
7.9% higher
than the California average
Whittier (zip 90603), California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 161.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 61.7% higher than the U.S. average and 7.9% lower than the average for California.

Zip 90603 (Whittier, CA)

Housing costs in Whittier?
A typical home costs $809,700, which is 139.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 10.4% more expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Whittier costs $2,730 per month, which is 27.0% more than the national average of $2,150 and 15.8% more than the state average of $2,300.

Can I afford Whittier?
To live comfortably in Whittier (zip 90603), California, a minimum annual income of $155,160 for a family, and $86,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Whittier?
The cost of living in Whittier, CA 90603 is slightly higher than the national average. The median home value in this area is $510,000 which is approximately 30% higher than the US average. At the same time, groceries and transportation costs are roughly on par with the national average, while healthcare costs are about 4% less. Renting a one-bedroom apartment will cost around $1,200 per month but may be slightly more expensive depending on the location. Overall, Whittier is an affordable place to live with an estimated living wage of $17.50 per hour.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWhittierCaliforniaUnited States
    Unlock149.9100.0
  102.3  Unlock100.0
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  255.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$733,500$338,100
  97.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock133.1100.0
  133.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 19 years ago

THE SCHOOLS ARE EXCELLENT, CONVENIENT AND FRIENDLY. PLENTY OF CHOICES FOR HIGHER  More

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