| ZIP Code | 90241 |
|---|---|
| City | Downey |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 562 |
| Elevation | 119 ft |
| Latitude | 33.940582 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.129472 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.11 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,566 (5.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,319 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 3,077 (11%) |
| Associates | 4,914 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,522 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,467 (26.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,375 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $770,100 ▲ 176% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,884/mo ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,100 |
| Vacant Units | 619 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,100 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 619 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.11 |
ZIP code 90241 is located in Downey, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 45,484, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 90241 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,375 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90241 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $770,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,884 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.3%) and renters (58.7%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 90241 is primarily Hispanic (75.31%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90241 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 90241 in Downey, CA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 45,484 residents, a median household income of $84,375, and a median home value of $770,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.