# Average Rent in Whittier, CA > How much is rent in Whittier, CA? $3,283 median across 31 units in 4 buildings, each with a daily price history and a citywide trend, tracked daily. Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/ Latest included observation: November 14, 2026 ## What is the average rent in Whittier, CA? The average listed apartment rent in Whittier, CA is $3,170 per month, as of November 14, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 14, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings. 4 apartment buildings, 31 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available. [Browse apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/) Avg Rent $3,170/mo median $3,283 [-7.5% vs last month](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/trends/) Cheapest $1,829/mo Citrus Court Properties 4 tracked daily Units 31 available now [See cheapest & most expensive neighborhoods on the map](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/rent-map/) [View rent trends and price history](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/trends/) [Explore Whittier, CA on the interactive map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=whittier-ca) [Whittier, CA Resident Access](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/resident-access/): City Club members share insider gate codes, parking links, and amenity tips. View Analysis ## Rent Price Breakdown Compare pricing across all 4 properties in Whittier, CA. Timeframe ## Average rent trend, last 3 months All bedroom types, citywide. Choose a window above to scope the view. $3,027 Average rent today Line chart of average rent in Whittier, CA over the last 3 months. Started at $2,926, ended at $3,027. ### Average rent trend, last 3 months | Date or category | Average monthly rent (USD) | | --- | --- | | Aug | 2,926 | | Aug | 2,672 | | Aug | 2,680 | | Aug | 2,924 | | Sep | 2,871 | | Sep | 3,050 | | Sep | 2,992 | | Sep | 3,112 | | Oct | 3,209 | | Oct | 3,274 | | Nov | 3,027 | [Full Whittier, CA price history](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/trends/) ### Average Rent by Property ### Starting Price vs Average ### Rent by Bedroom Count ### Price per Square Foot ## Whittier, CA Rent Prices All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent. [#1 3.2 (150)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/hills-at-hacienda-heights-apartments-whittier-ca/): Hills at Hacienda Heights Apartments 2401 S Hacienda Blvd, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, USA From $1,000/mo as of Aug 29 Avg $1,000 1 units [#2 3 (85)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/citrus-court-whittier-ca/): Citrus Court 8121 Broadway Ave, Whittier, CA 90606, USA From $1,829/mo Avg $2,406 8 units [#3 4.6 (95)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/kendallwood-apartments-whittier-ca/): Kendallwood Apartments 10522 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA 90603, USA From $2,299/mo Avg $2,657 2 units [#4 4.1 (199)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/valentia-by-windsor-apartments-whittier-ca/): Valentia by Windsor Apartments 951 S Beach Blvd, La Habra From $2,655/mo Avg $3,486 20 units [#5 4.1 (48)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/altura-at-the-groves-whittier-ca/): Altura at the Groves 11821 Skylark Cir, Whittier, CA 90606, USA From $3,539/mo as of Oct 20 Avg $3,761 5 units [#6 4 (20)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/river-gate-townhomes-whittier-ca/): River Gate Townhomes 140 E Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA From $3,980/mo Avg $3,980 1 units [#7 4.7 (58)](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/alivia-apartments-whittier-ca/): Alivia Apartments 11201 Carmenita Rd, Whittier, CA 90605, USA Contact/mo Avg -- 0 units | # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Hills at Hacienda Heights Apartments 2401 S Hacienda Blvd, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/hills-at-hacienda-heights-apartments-whittier-ca/) | $1,000 as of Aug 29 | $1,000 | $1.54/ft² | 3.2 (150) | 1 | | 2 | [Citrus Court 8121 Broadway Ave, Whittier, CA 90606, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/citrus-court-whittier-ca/) | $1,829 | $2,406 | $3.32/ft² | 3 (85) | 8 | | 3 | [Kendallwood Apartments 10522 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA 90603, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/kendallwood-apartments-whittier-ca/) | $2,299 | $2,657 | $2.90/ft² | 4.6 (95) | 2 | | 4 | [Valentia by Windsor Apartments 951 S Beach Blvd, La Habra](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/valentia-by-windsor-apartments-whittier-ca/) | $2,655 | $3,486 | $3.30/ft² | 4.1 (199) | 20 | | 5 | [Altura at the Groves 11821 Skylark Cir, Whittier, CA 90606, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/altura-at-the-groves-whittier-ca/) | $3,539 as of Oct 20 | $3,761 | $3.77/ft² | 4.1 (48) | 5 | | 6 | [River Gate Townhomes 140 E Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/river-gate-townhomes-whittier-ca/) | $3,980 | $3,980 | $2.43/ft² | 4 (20) | 1 | | 7 | [Alivia Apartments 11201 Carmenita Rd, Whittier, CA 90605, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/alivia-apartments-whittier-ca/) | -- | -- | -- | 4.7 (58) | 0 | ## Rent & Price History by Building Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood. [Browse all apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/) [Hills at Hacienda Heights Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/hills-at-hacienda-heights-apartments-whittier-ca/): ![Hills at Hacienda Heights Apartments apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8710?w=600) 3.2 (150) 2401 S Hacienda Blvd, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, USA From $1,000/mo prices as of Aug 29 1 units [Citrus Court](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/citrus-court-whittier-ca/): ![Citrus Court apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/16661?w=600) 3 (85) 8121 Broadway Ave, Whittier, CA 90606, USA From $1,829/mo 8 units [Kendallwood Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/kendallwood-apartments-whittier-ca/): ![Kendallwood Apartments apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8702?w=600) 4.6 (95) 10522 Santa Gertrudes Ave, Whittier, CA 90603, USA From $2,299/mo 2 units [Valentia by Windsor Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/valentia-by-windsor-apartments-whittier-ca/): ![Valentia by Windsor Apartments apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8699?w=600) 4.1 (199) 951 S Beach Blvd, La Habra From $2,655/mo 20 units [Altura at the Groves](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/altura-at-the-groves-whittier-ca/): ![Altura at the Groves apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8603?w=600) 4.1 (48) 11821 Skylark Cir, Whittier, CA 90606, USA From $3,539/mo prices as of Oct 20 5 units [River Gate Townhomes](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/river-gate-townhomes-whittier-ca/): ![River Gate Townhomes apartments in Whittier, CA](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8704?w=600) 4 (20) 140 E Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640, USA From $3,980/mo 1 units [Browse all Whittier, CA apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/) By Area ## Whittier, CA neighborhoods Tracked buildings across 6 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments. [Whittier 90606 2](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=Whittier%2090606)[Hacienda Heights 91745 1](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=Hacienda%20Heights%2091745)[South Montebello 1](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=South%20Montebello)[Whittier 90603 1](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=Whittier%2090603)[Whittier 90605 1](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=Whittier%2090605)[Whittier 90631 1](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/apartments/?neighborhood=Whittier%2090631) [Compare neighborhood rents on the Whittier, CA rent map](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/rent-map/) ## Whittier, CA Average Rent Prices 2026 The average listed rent in Whittier, CA is **$3,170 per month**, based on 31 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,829 at Citrus Court to $4,725 at Valentia by Windsor Apartments. ### Average Rent by Bedroom Type | Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Studio | $1,829/mo | $1,829/mo | 1 | | 1 Bed | $2,619/mo | $2,074/mo | 8 | | 2 Bed | $3,231/mo | $2,481/mo | 17 | | 3 Bed | $4,113/mo | $2,925/mo | 5 | We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage. Paste this where you want the live widget. Free to use with the attribution link. Preview Market Context ## Who rents in Whittier, CA, and what they pay Tracked one-bedroom rent in Whittier, CA averages **$2,619/mo** , with two-bedroom units averaging **$3,231/mo**. At the local median household income of **$92,374**, that works out to **41% of gross income**, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards. The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Whittier, CA at **$1,829/mo**. The [current tracked market average](https://average-rent.com/city/whittier-ca/trends/) runs **73% higher than** that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Whittier, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities. ## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Whittier, CA? Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models. Minimum to afford average rent $127,000/year Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,170/mo. Comfortable income $152,000/year Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries. To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,829/mo), you need to earn at least **$73,000/year**. Median household income in Whittier, CA is **$92,374** , about 39% below the comfortable-living threshold. ## Cost of living in Whittier, CA Overall prices in Whittier, CA runs above the national average by about 15% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 114.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Whittier, CA's regional price parities. | Category | Monthly estimate | | --- | --- | | Rent (market average) | $3,170 | | Utilities | $744 | | Groceries | $578 | | Transportation | $1,773 | | Healthcare | $865 | | Other goods and services | $1,384 | | Estimated total | $8,514/mo | Population 85,925 Median household income $92,374 Census median rent $1,829/mo Census rent burden 33.5% Median age 38.3 Mean commute 33 min ## Methodology Rent data We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability. Cost of living Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually. Salary to live comfortably We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval. Demographic figures Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release. Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023. Compare ## Nearby cities in California How Whittier, CA rent compares to other markets in the state. | City | Avg Rent | vs Whittier, CA | Properties | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Los Angeles, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/los-angeles-ca/) | $3,277 | +3% | 50 | | [San Diego, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/san-diego-ca/) | $3,375 | +6% | 36 | | [Anaheim, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/anaheim-ca/) | $2,911 | -8% | 34 | | [EL Cajon, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/el-cajon-ca/) | $2,270 | -28% | 33 | | [Antioch, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/antioch-ca/) | $2,368 | -25% | 32 | | [Hayward, CA](https://average-rent.com/city/hayward-ca/) | $2,762 | -13% | 32 | ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the average rent in Whittier, CA? The average listed apartment rent in Whittier, CA is $3,170 per month, as of November 14, 2026. This sample includes 31 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. ### What is the median rent in Whittier, CA? The median asking rent in Whittier, CA is $3,283 per month, computed from 31 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,170/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings. ### What is the cheapest apartment rent in Whittier, CA? The lowest available rent in Whittier, CA starts at $1,829 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing. ### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Whittier, CA? 1-bedroom apartments in Whittier, CA average $2,619/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,074/mo across 8 units tracked. ### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Whittier, CA? 2-bedroom apartments in Whittier, CA average $3,231/mo. Units start from $2,481/mo across 17 units currently listed. ## Rent Trends in Whittier, CA Track how apartment prices are changing over time. 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