Crime Safety Grade

B+

Whittier, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 96% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Whittier Safe?

With an overall crime index of 40, Whittier has a 60% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 352. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Michigan Park earning an A grade while North Whittier rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Whittier
40
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
40
60% below average
Violent Crime
71
29% below average
Property Crime
61
39% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Whittier

1 in 352

Property crime: 1 in 410

Where Is It Safe in Whittier?

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Whittier Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 2% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 60% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 40 ▼ 60%
Assault Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Robbery Violent 102 ▲ 2%
Burglary Property 54 ▼ 46%
Larceny / Theft Property 65 ▼ 35%
Vehicle Theft Property 64 ▼ 36%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Whittier Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Michigan Park A 27
2 North Whittier A 53

Whittier Crime by Zip Code

90603
A Index: 43
90605
A- Index: 45
90601
A- Index: 71
90606
A- Index: 45
90604
A- Index: 65
90602
A- Index: 92

Whittier Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
84,821
Median Income
$76,026
Home Value
$596,363
Median Rent
$1,407
Home Ownership
58%

Racial Demographics

White
55.1%
Black
1.4%
Hispanic
72.7%
Asian
5.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Whittier?
Whittier has an overall crime index of 40, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Whittier are rated A or B for safety.
Is Whittier safe to live in?
Whittier has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Whittier?
The safest neighborhoods in Whittier based on crime data include Michigan Park, and North Whittier. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Whittier crime compare to the national average?
Whittier's overall crime index is 40 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 60% lower than the typical US city.

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