90241 ZIP Code
Downey, California
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 90241 |
| City/Town: | Downey |
| County: | Los Angeles |
| State: | California |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 45,341 |
| Median Household Income: | $81,220 |
| Per Capita Income: | $43,141 |
| Total Housing Units: | 15,084 |
| Median Home Value: | $707,200 |
| Land Area: | 4.9 sq miles
12.6 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 33.9406, -118.1295 |
Population Information (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 45,341 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 22,517 | 49.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 22,824 | 50.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 35.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,429 | 5.4% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 3,231 | 7.1% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,512 | 5.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 3,222 | 7.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 3,320 | 7.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 7,388 | 16.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 6,235 | 13.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 6,300 | 13.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,450 | 5.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,621 | 5.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,390 | 7.5% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,387 | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 856 | 1.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $707,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,775 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 15,084 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 14,476 | 96.0% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 608 | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 6,069 | 41.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 8,407 | 58.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 30,627 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 3,099 | 10.1% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2,983 | 9.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 7,907 | 25.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 6,598 | 21.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,160 | 7.1% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 5,537 | 18.1% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,343 | 7.7% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 80.1% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 25.7% | 34.3% |
Income Information (90241 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $81,220 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $107,755 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $86,142 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $43,141 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 24,168 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 22,387 | 93.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,673 | 7.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 12,299 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 17,408 | 77.8% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,280 | 14.7% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,672 | 7.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 27 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 18,064 | 39.8% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 1,409 | 3.1% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 634 | 1.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 3,190 | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 25 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 13,628 | 30.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 8,391 | 18.5% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 21,354 | 47.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 33,959 | 74.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 27,170 | 59.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 203 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 865 | 1.9% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 5,721 | 12.6% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (90241 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 414 | 2.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 290 | 2.0% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 799 | 5.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 684 | 4.7% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,826 | 12.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,452 | 16.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 2,398 | 16.6% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,868 | 19.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,483 | 10.2% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,262 | 8.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (90241 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 16,786 | 75.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 2,596 | 11.6% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 586 | 2.6% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 160 | 0.7% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 308 | 1.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,389 | 6.2% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 33.1 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (90241 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 25 | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,302 | 5.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,633 | 11.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 1,154 | 5.2% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,997 | 8.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 2,257 | 10.1% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 596 | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,334 | 6.0% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,328 | 10.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 4,909 | 21.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,090 | 9.3% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,023 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 739 | 3.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.0% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 41,177 | 90.8% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 27,192 | 60.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 17,045 | 37.6% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 3,827 | 8.4% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (90241 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 12,602 | 87.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,563 | 24.6% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,440 | 16.9% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 805 | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 311 | 2.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,208 | 8.3% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (90241 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 7,354 | 48.8% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,041 | 6.9% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 391 | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 808 | 5.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,144 | 7.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,937 | 12.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 2,272 | 15.1% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 137 | 0.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (90241 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 313 | 2.1% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 440 | 2.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 664 | 4.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,004 | 6.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,105 | 14.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,765 | 18.3% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 6,031 | 40.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,339 | 8.9% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 423 | 2.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (90241 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 663 | 4.4% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,722 | 18.0% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 5,258 | 34.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,824 | 32.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,532 | 10.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 85 | 0.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (90241 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 9,455 | 65.3% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 338 | 2.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,400 | 23.5% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 8 | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 24 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 12 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 1,239 | 8.6% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (90241 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 772 | 5.3% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,275 | 29.5% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 5,556 | 38.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 3,873 | 26.8% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (90241 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 87 | 1.4% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 38 | 0.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 29 | 0.5% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 59 | 1.0% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 581 | 9.6% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 4,709 | 77.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 566 | 9.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (90241 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,751 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $660 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,775 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.30 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.96 | 2.38 |
Households (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 14,476 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 6,492 | 44.8% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,902 | 20.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,689 | 18.6% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,853 | 26.6% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 5,453 | 37.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,980 | 27.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.10 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.50 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (90241 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 18,475 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 8,443 | 45.7% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 7,648 | 41.4% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 276 | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,545 | 8.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 7,554 | 40.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (90241 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 11,799 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 484 | 4.1% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 624 | 5.3% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,324 | 36.6% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 2,773 | 23.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 3,594 | 30.5% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 35,058 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 784 | 2.2% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 45,004 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,609 | 10.2% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 404 | 8.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,187 | 47.5% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,018 | 43.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (90241 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 41,238 | 91.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,471 | 7.7% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,664 | 76.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 659 | 19.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 138 | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 148 | 4.3% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (90241 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 31,111 | 68.6% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 428 | 0.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 14,230 | 3324.8% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 14,230 | 3324.8% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 14,230 | 3324.8% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 605 | 141.4% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 425 | 99.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 10,563 | 2468.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 24 | 5.6% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (90241 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 42,912 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 13,965 | 32.5% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 28,947 | 67.5% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 25,151 | 58.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 812 | 1.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 2,206 | 5.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 778 | 1.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (90241 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 14,476 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 13,919 | 96.2% | 89.4% |
Downey, CA90241