ZIP Code 90221, California
ZIP Code 90221 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 90221 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Los Angeles County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 50,659. The land area covers 5.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50,659 | ±2,320 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.5 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,398 | ±420 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 12,878 | ±418 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,398 | ±420 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 480 | ±148 |
| Median Home Value | $575,000 | ±$13,746 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,678 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,937 | ±$6,640 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,522 | ±$1,081 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,884 | ±1,395 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 22,222 | ±1,530 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.2% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 9,757,179 (2024)
ID: 123085
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE OFFICER BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
500 W TEMPLE ST, ROOM 383, LOS ANGELES CA 90012
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Cypress, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Garden Grove, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Cerritos, CA | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-08 | Cerritos, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Paramount, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Los Angeles, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Walnut Park, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carson, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carson, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Los Angeles, CA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Compton College
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College | 0.6 mi away | 1111 East Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA, 90221-5393 |
3109001600
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EAST RANCHO DOMINGUEZ LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 4205 EAST COMPTON BLVD., EAST RANCHO DOMINGUE, CA, 90221 |
(310) 632-6193
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California State University-Dominguez Hills
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College | 3.2 mi away | 1000 E Victoria St, Carson, CA, 90747-0005 |
3102433696
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COMPTON LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 240 WEST COMPTON BLVD., COMPTON, CA, 90220 |
(310) 637-0202
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Healthcare Career College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 8527 Alondra Blvd, #174, Paramount, CA, 90723-5258 |
5628041239
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MICHELLE OBAMA NEIGHBORHOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 5870 ATLANTIC AVE., LONG BEACH, CA, 90805 |
(562) 570-1047
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Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science
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College | 3.5 mi away | 1731 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA, 90059 |
3235634800
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PARAMOUNT LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 16254 COLORADO AVE., PARAMOUNT, CA, 90723 |
(562) 630-3171
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National Polytechnic College
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College | 4.0 mi away | 4105 South Street, Lakewood, CA, 90712 |
8882432493
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LYNWOOD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 11320 BULLIS RD., LYNWOOD, CA, 90262 |
(310) 635-7121
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LONG BEACH DAUGHERTY FLD, CA US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 90221. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67.4° | 46.9° | 57.1° | 2.89" | — |
| February | 66.8° | 48.4° | 57.6° | 3.02" | — |
| March | 68.6° | 51.2° | 59.9° | 1.65" | — |
| April | 71.4° | 53.9° | 62.7° | 0.56" | — |
| May | 73.1° | 57.9° | 65.5° | 0.26" | — |
| June | 76.1° | 61.3° | 68.7° | 0.07" | — |
| July | 81.4° | 64.9° | 73.1° | 0.05" | — |
| August | 83.2° | 65.5° | 74.3° | 0.01" | — |
| September | 82.4° | 63.9° | 73.1° | 0.08" | — |
| October | 77.7° | 59.1° | 68.4° | 0.53" | — |
| November | 72.5° | 51.6° | 62.0° | 0.75" | — |
| December | 66.7° | 46.6° | 56.7° | 2.15" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Rancho Dominguez CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| Compton city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Paramount city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Lynwood city | City | 2.7 mi | — |
| Willowbrook CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| West Rancho Dominguez CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 90221. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.