| ZIP Code | 90242 |
|---|---|
| City | Downey |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Area Code | 562 |
| Elevation | 102 ft |
| Latitude | 33.921793 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -118.140588 |
| Timezone | Los Angeles (DST) |
| FIPS | 06037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.22 |
| Below Poverty | 9.2% ▼ 8% below avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,433 (5.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,770 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 2,901 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 4,093 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,579 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,784 (27.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,238 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $676,100 ▲ 143% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,874/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,756 |
| Vacant Units | 185 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,756 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 185 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.22 |
ZIP code 90242 is located in Downey, California, within Los Angeles County. With a population of 40,983, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 90242 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,238 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 90242 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $676,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,874 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.4%) and renters (47.6%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 90242 is primarily Hispanic (77.52%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.2%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 90242 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 90242 in Downey, CA is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 40,983 residents, a median household income of $83,238, and a median home value of $676,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of California.