Whittier strives to be a well balanced city where business complements and adds to the quality of life for all who live, work, shop and play in Whittier. With an increased economic vitality, Whittier continues to provide a high quality of life for workers, business owners, property owners and all residents.

Whittier's strong sense of history and vision for the future has made the city an up-scale and dynamic residential community. The City is dotted with neighborhoods featuring homes ranging from historic Craftsman bungalows to California ranch-style homes to executive housing in gated areas.

Whittier is dedicated to preserving its natural hills and is proud to have over 20% of its 14.8 square miles available to residents as permanent open space. Recreational opportunities abound as a result of the City’s vision in this area.

Serving the Whittier area since 1914, the Whittier Chamber of Commerce is a business organization that provides networking opportunities, business development, marketing assistance and legislative advocacy to its members and serves as an effective liaison between the community and its businesses.