Downey, CA 90242

Population 42,763

90242 is zip code located in Downey, California. The population is 42,763, making 90242 the 2nd largest zipcode in Downey.

There are 13 public schools in 90242 with an average Homefacts rating of B-. The total crime rate for Downey is moderate , and there are 0 registered sex offenders residing in the zip code 90242. Unemployment in 90242 is very high.

Zip codes within Downey include 90239, 90240 and 90241.

Downey Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Above average

Crime Rate

1.14% Higher than national avg.

Registered Offenders

100.00% Lower than national avg.

Environmental Hazards

41 Found nearby

Unemployment

Very High 4.6%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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Summary
There are 13 K-12 public schools in 90242, CA and 7 private schools. Homefacts rates 90242's schools as Above average, with an overall B- rating.

0 Colleges & Universities view all colleges & universities

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  • Good news! No offenders found in 90242.

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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  • Good news! No Drug lab found in 90242.

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Property Report Overview

Housing Inventory

Property Type
  • Vacant
    4.2%
  • Rented
    49.5%
  • Owned
    46.4%

42 Building Permits View All

  • In 2014, the city of Downey, CA issued 42 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Downey, CA issued 56 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $1,390
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,620
  • 2 Bedrooms: $2,060
  • 3 Bedrooms: $2,710
  • 4 Bedrooms: $2,960

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Environmental Hazards

41 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality MODERATE (96/121)
    Downey, CA has 79.34% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Downey, CA is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 6.98 Average
    Downey, CA is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 57.33°
  • February 56.07°
  • March 59.68°
  • April 62.93°
  • May 65.59°
  • June 68.36°
  • July 71.83°
  • August 73.8°
  • September 73.17°
  • October 68.38°
  • November 62.22°
  • December 56.04°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Downey, CA

Earthquakes
Downey, CA has a very high risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Downey, CA has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Downey, CA has a very low risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Downey, CA has a low risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in 90242: $60,732

Unemployment

Unemployment in Downey is 4.6%. It is lower than the state and national averages, 4.1% and 7.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 44.75%
White Collar - 55.25%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Jerry Brown
  • Sen. Barbara Boxer
  • Sen. Dianne Feinstein

City Representatives

  • Lucille Roybal-Allard

Neighborhood Info

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Nearest Major Airports

1 Cemetery view all

3 FCC Towers view all

0 Fire Stations view all

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0 Libraries view all

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0 Police Stations view all

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2 Retirement Homes view all