| ZIP Code | 90605 |
|---|---|
| City | Whittier |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 562 |
| Elevation | 217 ft |
| Latitude | 33.952444 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.0214 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.59 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.6% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,057 (4.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,317 (31.6%) |
| Some College | 2,518 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 4,019 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,368 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,877 (25.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $100,825 ▲ 32% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $662,000 ▲ 137% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,861/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,377 |
| Vacant Units | 561 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.59 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,377 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 561 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.59 |
ZIP code 90605 is located in Whittier, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 39,224, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 90605 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $100,825 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90605 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $662,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,861 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 90605 is primarily Hispanic (75.62%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90605 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 90605 in Whittier, CA is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 39,224 residents, a median household income of $100,825, and a median home value of $662,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.