ZIP Code 90242, California
ZIP Code 90242 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 90242 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Los Angeles County, California. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 40,767. The land area covers 4.52 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40,767 | ±2,006 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.7 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,419 | ±664 | 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 | 12,670 | ±646 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,419 | ±664 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 251 | ±120 |
| Median Home Value | $761,000 | ±$31,074 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,918 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,075 | ±$6,213 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,568 | ±$1,845 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,900 | ±820 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,018 | ±1,073 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±6.8% |
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 | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Costa Mesa, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Paramount, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Santa Ana, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Los Angeles, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Fullerton, CA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Highland Park, 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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Downey Adult School
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College | 1.4 mi away | 12340 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA, 90241 |
5629406200
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DOWNEY CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 11121 BROOKSHIRE AVE., DOWNEY, CA, 90241 |
(562) 904-7360
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Healthcare Career College
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College | 2.3 mi away | 8527 Alondra Blvd, #174, Paramount, CA, 90723-5258 |
5628041239
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HOLLYDALE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 12000 SOUTH GARFIELD AVE., SOUTH GATE, CA, 90280 |
(562) 634-0156
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Cerritos College
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College | 3.5 mi away | 11110 Alondra Blvd, Norwalk, CA, 90650-6298 |
5628602451
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PARAMOUNT LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 16254 COLORADO AVE., PARAMOUNT, CA, 90723 |
(562) 630-3171
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PCI College
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College | 4.0 mi away | 17215 Studebaker Rd #310, Cerritos, CA, 90703 |
562916505511
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CLIFTON M. BRAKENSIEK LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 9945 E. FLOWER ST., BELLFLOWER, CA, 90706 |
(562) 925-5543
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NTMA Machinist Career College
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 12131 Telegraph Road, Santa Fe Springs, CA, 90670 |
56292137220
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BELL GARDENS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 7110 S. GARFIELD AVE., BELL GARDENS, CA, 90201 |
(562) 927-1309
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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 7.6 miles from ZCTA5 90242. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downey city | City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Paramount city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Bellflower city | City | 2.5 mi | — |
| Bell Gardens city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Norwalk city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| South Gate city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 90242. • 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.