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Whittier, CA Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Pay is above the national median ($29.85/hr vs $26/hr national)

Whittier, CA job market overview (June 2026)

The Whittier, CA job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 108 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in crew / cashier and store supervisor / manager, with food service / restaurants as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in crew / cashier and store supervisor / manager.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Whittier, CA job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Whittier, CA.

Wages by employment type

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Part-time20$180k n=3$29.75/hr n=9
Full-time3——
Contract1——

Wages by sector

BucketJobsMedian annualMedian hourly
Food Service / Restaurants39——
Retail38—$29.85/hr n=7
Healthcare25$180k n=3$26/hr n=5
Consumer Goods19—$29.85/hr n=7
Professional Services8——

Top categories

  • Crew / Cashier10
  • Store Supervisor / Manager9
  • Food Service8
  • Beauty Advisor / Stylist8
  • Retail Associate7
  • Shift Supervisor / Service Lead3

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Cooks, Restaurant2
  • Fast Food and Counter Workers2
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Food Service / Restaurants39
  • Retail38
  • Healthcare25
  • Consumer Goods19
  • Professional Services8
  • Real Estate8

Employment mix

  • Unspecified84 · 78%
  • Part-time20 · 19%
  • Full-time3 · 3%
  • Contract1 · 1%

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