ZIP Code 90242: Downey, CA
ZIP code 90242 is assigned to Downey in Los Angeles County, California. Its reference point is at latitude 33.9218 and longitude -118.1395 (33°55'18.5"N 118°08'22.2"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 90242
Downey has 4 ZIP codes in our directory, and Los Angeles County has 532.
California has 2,792 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 90241 in Downey, about 1.5 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 90242 |
|---|---|
| Place | Downey |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| State | California |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 33.9218 |
| Longitude | -118.1395 |
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Map of ZIP Code 90242
Map centred on 33.9218, -118.1395. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Downey, California
Video: Downey, California
Downtown Downey Walking Tour (AA: Ep. 88) — by Alex Trinh · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 90242
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 90242, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 90242, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- La Puente – 0.9 mi southeast
- El Monte – 1.4 mi northwest
- Paramount – 2.2 mi southwest
- Whittier – 2.9 mi south
- Arcadia – 3.0 mi northwest
- Monrovia – 3.1 mi north
- Lynwood – 3.5 mi west
- Monterey Park – 3.7 mi northwest
- South Gate – 3.9 mi northwest
- Walnut – 4.1 mi south
- Bell – 4.2 mi northwest
- La Mirada – 4.2 mi southeast
Schools Near Downey
If you are moving to ZIP code 90242, check with the education authority that serves Downey, Los Angeles County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Paramount, Bellflower and Norwalk widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Downey, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider California area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Downey can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Paramount, Bellflower and Norwalk.
Shopping and Dining in Downey
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 90242, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Downey, California can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Los Angeles County along with the name Downey.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 90242, Paramount lies about 2.2 mi to the southwest, Bellflower lies about 2.5 mi to the south, Norwalk lies about 3.5 mi to the east, Lynwood lies about 3.5 mi to the west and Santa Fe Springs lies about 3.6 mi to the northeast in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Downey show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 90242
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Synageles male”): glmory, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“ParleyJohnson”): Floatjon, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Gardner trucking semi”): Epolk, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“JCRivesHouse”): Floatjon, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Mediterranean Shipping Company shipping container”): Eric Polk, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Downtown Downey Walking Tour (AA: Ep. 88)” by Alex Trinh, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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