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Whittier ( / ˈhwɪtiər /) is a city in Southern California in Los Angeles County, part of the Gateway Cities. The 14.7-square-mile (38.0 km 2) city had 87,306 residents as of the 2020 United States census, an increase of 1,975 from the 2010 census figure.
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Whittier is a charter law city and was incorporated in 1898. The Charter form of City government was ratified in 1955. The City covers 14.8 square miles and has an estimated population of 87,369 as of January 1, 2018.
Whittier, city, Los Angeles county, southern California, U.S. It lies at the foot of the Puente Hills, about 12 miles (19 km) southeast of the city centre of Los Angeles. Part of the Rancho Paso de Bartolo Viejo land grant, the site was chosen in 1887 by Aquila H. Pickering for a Quaker community.
Mar 30, 2023 · Whittier, California, offers a winning combination of small-town charm, top-notch amenities, and a strong sense of community. With its beautiful parks, excellent schools, diverse dining options, and rich history, it's no wonder that so many people are proud to call Whittier home.
Sep 16, 2022 · Largely unknown among the larger, more popular, cities of California, Whittier strives to make a name for itself in the travel scene. Its proximity to Los Angeles allows it to benefit from a spillover of visitors who visit its globally renowned neighbor.
Whittier is a city of 86,000 (2018) in Los Angeles County in Southern California. It was founded by Quakers in 1887 and incorporated in 1898. Get in. edit. Although bordered on the west and north by freeways, Whittier is harder to get to by car than most of the Gateway Cities.
