Cost of Living in South Whittier, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.4
100 = national avg
+75.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,162
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,383
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing242.0
Food125.6
Transportation151.3
Healthcare120.5
Utilities143.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Whittier is 175.4, which is 75.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 242.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,162 per year to cover basic expenses.