ZIP Code 90242 — Downey, CA

Los Angeles | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 90242 in Downey, CA has a population of 40,767 with a median household income of $89,075 and a median home value of $761,000 . The cost of living index is 227.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
40,767
Median Age
37.70
Male
19,844
Female
20,923

Race & Ethnicity

White
19.9%
Black
3.8%
Hispanic
77.1%
Asian
8.0%
Native American
2.6%
Pacific Islander
0.5%
Two or More
26.0%
Other
39.3%

Income

Median Household
$89,075
Mean Household
$109,756
Per Capita
$34,568
Below Poverty
9.7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$761,000
Median Rent
$1,918
Total Units
12,670
Occupied
12,419
Owner Occupied
53.4%
Renter Occupied
46.6%
Median Year Built
1959
Vacant
251

Education

High School or Higher 78.1%
Bachelor's or Higher 25.4%
Graduate Degree 6.7%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
21,237
Unemployment
5.7%
Drive Alone
72.5%
Public Transit
2.7%
Work from Home
11.9%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

227.0
National average = 100. Above average by 127.0%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

90241
Downey
1.4 mi
90240
Downey
2.0 mi
90723
Paramount
2.2 mi
90706
Bellflower
2.5 mi
90022
East los angeles
2.8 mi
90280
South gate
3.2 mi
90262
Lynwood
3.6 mi
90650
Norwalk
3.8 mi
90201
Bell gardens
4.1 mi
90670
Santa fe springs
4.4 mi
90040
City of commerce
4.8 mi
90278
Redondo beach
5.0 mi

Other ZIP Codes in Downey

90241
Pop: 45,319
90240
Pop: 24,853

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 90242?

ZIP code 90242 (Downey, CA) has a total population of 40,767 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 90242?

The median household income in ZIP code 90242 is $89,075 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 90242 in?

ZIP code 90242 is primarily located in Downey, California (CA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 90242?

The median home value in ZIP code 90242 is $761,000, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 90242?

The median age in ZIP code 90242 is 37.70 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.