Downey, California

Downey: The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the southeastern part of the county. Downey is known for its many manufacturing companies, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Downey Civic Center and the Downey Museum of Art.

About

Downey is a city located in the county of Los Angeles in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 111,772. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 109,202 inhabitants.

The city was created 151 years ago in 1873.

Downey is a city located in southeast Los Angeles County, California. With over 110,000 residents, it is the thirteenth largest city in LA County.

History

Downey has a long history rooted in aerospace and manufacturing, including sites like the Stonewood National Historic District and restaurants dating back to the 1950s. The city was also the birthplace of Richard Nixon.

Things to Do

Popular attractions include the Downey Theatre, Rio Hondo Golf Club, Columbia Memorial Space Center, and busy shopping centers. The city hosts events like Cruise Night and Summer Concert Series.

Business & Economy

Healthcare is a major employer through Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center. Retail, professional services, and manufacturing also provide local jobs. Downey features family-owned shops in its vibrant downtown.

Real Estate

Housing ranges from historic craftsman bungalows to new spacious homes. Apartments and condos are also plentiful. Home prices are often lower than other LA suburbs. Downey provides easy access to LA amenities.

Community

The city takes pride in its family-friendly reputation, safe neighborhoods, and excellent school system. Downey blends suburban charm with an independent attitude expressed through public art and community spirit.

Downey locator map
Location of Downey on California map.

Quick Facts about Downey

Population : 109,202 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : California (United States)
County : Los Angeles County
Postal code : 90239–90242
Water as percent of area : 1.27%
Land as percent of area : 98.73%
Altitude : 118 feet / 36 meters
Establishment : October 10, 1873 (151 years ago)
Time Zone : America/Los_Angeles
Local time : 04:58:08 (21st December 2024)
Population growth : -2.35% (2010-2020)
Downey City Hall image
Downey City Hall
Downey City Hall image

Geography

Downey is located at 33°56'24"N 118°7'57"W (33.9400100, -118.1325700). It has 5 neighbors: Bell Gardens, Bellflower, Pico Rivera, Santa Fe Springs and South Gate.

Downey map

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Downey has 5 neighbours.

  • Bell Gardens A city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the southeastern part of the county. Bell Gardens is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bell Gardens Historical Society and the Bell Gardens Library.
  • Bellflower A city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the southeastern part of the county. Bellflower is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Bellflower Historical Society and the Bellflower Public Library.
  • Pico Rivera The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the southeastern part of the county. Pico Rivera is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Pico Rivera Sports Arena and the Pico Rivera Historical Society.
  • Santa Fe Springs city in Los Angeles County, California, United States
  • South Gate A city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the southeastern part of the county. South Gate is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the South Gate Civic Center and the South Gate Historical Society.

Demographics

According to census records, the population of Downey decreased by 2.35% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 111,772 - census
2011 112,215 0.39% estimation process
2012 112,582 0.33% estimation process
2013 112,858 0.24% estimation process
2014 113,091 0.21% estimation process
2015 113,260 0.15% estimation process
2016 112,896 -0.32% estimation process
2017 112,426 -0.42% estimation process
2018 111,915 -0.46% estimation process
2019 111,126 -0.71% estimation process
2020 109,202 -1.76% estimation process

Downey zip code is 90240. County name: Los Angeles, County fips: 06037

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People born in Downey (71)

People born in Downey, including baseball player Jason Bates, professional baseball player Evan Longoria, actress and model Aimee Teegarden, .

List

  • Wayne Rainey (American motorcycle racer) he was born in 23/10/1960
  • James Hetfield (American guitarist and singer) he was born in 03/08/1963
  • Dan Henderson (American mixed martial artist and former Olympic wrestler) he was born in 24/08/1970
  • Anna Maria Picarelli (footballer) she was born in 04/11/1984
  • Ryan Hollweg (American ice hockey player) he was born in 23/04/1983
  • Hoyt Curtin (American composer and music producer (1922-2000)) he was born in 09/09/1922
  • Bobby Edner (American actor and musician) he was born in 05/10/1988
  • Dave Alvin (musician) he was born in 11/11/1955
  • David Lago (American actor) he was born in 18/01/1979
  • Demos Shakarian (American businessman) he was born in 21/07/1913
  • Kenneth Shelley (figure skater) he was born in 04/10/1951
  • Adrian Ost he was born in 01/01/1970
  • Alanna Ubach (American actress) she was born in 03/10/1975
  • Anthony Reyes (American baseball player) he was born in 16/10/1981
  • Jeanette Pohlen (American basketball player) she was born in 02/05/1989
  • Kevin Gross (American baseball player) he was born in 08/06/1961
  • Tom Nieto (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 27/10/1960
  • Paul Ruffner (basketball player) he was born in 15/10/1948

Schools in Downey

College & universities near Downey, CA

Code Name City ZIP
371690 Downey Adult School Downey (CA) 90241
444343 Advanced College South Gate (CA) 90280
443207 NTMA Training Centers of Southern California Santa Fe Springs (CA) 90670
450960 Healthcare Career College Paramount (CA) 90723-5258
111887 Cerritos College Norwalk (CA) 90650-6298

Stations (46)

Amtrak & bus stations near Downey, CA

Code Name Address Type
LAX Los Angeles Union Station 800 North Alameda Street RAIL
TOA Torrance, CA 20575 Hamilton Avenue BUS
LBC Long Beach, California 601 North Long Beach Blvd. BUS
FUL Fullerton Transportation Center 120 East Santa Fe Avenue RAIL
PAS Pasadena, California 150 South Los Robles Ave. BUS

Post offices near Downey

Post Office Name City ZIP
Downey Post Office Downey (CA) 90241
North Downey Post Office Downey (CA) 90241
South Downey Post Office Downey (CA) 90242
Bell Garden Post Office Bell Gardens (CA) 90201
Slauson Post Office Pico Rivera (CA) 90660

Other places with the same name (2)

  • Downey , Idaho city in Bannock County, Idaho, United States with a population of 633 people.

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Santa Clarita 209,990 The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Glendale 197,747 The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Hollywood 167,664 District in Los Angeles, California, United States
Lancaster 155,822 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Palmdale 150,498 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Pomona 149,212 The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Torrance 141,553 The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Pasadena 141,045 The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
East Los Angeles 126,496 Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, United States
El Monte 112,344 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Inglewood 107,203 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Santa Maria 105,851 The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California.
West Covina 103,656 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Norwalk 102,635 The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.

Distance to Other Cities

Downey distances to largest California cities