Downey California Map

About Downey, California

Downey is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. With a population of 110,939, Downey is a major urban centre in California. The population density is 3478.3 people per km². Downey is located at 33.9400°N, 118.1326°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 90242.

Downey, a city bathed in the warm Southern California sun, rests on a landscape shaped by ancient alluvial fans, its terrain gently sloping towards the coast. It lies 2.1 miles south-south-east of Bell Gardens, CA (from Bell Gardens, CA: bearing 148°T), and is situated 6.2 miles south-south-east of East Los Angeles. Historically, this land was part of the vast Spanish land grants, later becoming a fertile agricultural heartland known for its citrus groves that perfumed the air with a sweet, lingering scent. The economic currents of Downey have shifted from its agrarian roots to a more diversified base, embracing aerospace, manufacturing, and retail sectors, yet the echo of its agricultural past sometimes seems to linger in the broader, open feeling of its neighborhoods. The city's development mirrors the growth of Los Angeles County, absorbing waves of newcomers and adapting to the evolving needs of a dynamic region. The cultural character of Downey is a vibrant blend, reflecting the diverse populations that have made it home, a spirit often palpable in the lively weekend farmers' markets and community gatherings. While not boasting world-renowned institutions, local educational hubs contribute to the intellectual life of Downey. The city's landmarks, though perhaps not globally recognized, hold a special place in the hearts of its residents, including historic structures that whisper tales of earlier times. The spirit of Downey is perhaps best captured in its everyday pace, a comfortable hum of activity under skies that often blaze with a soft, golden light as day surrenders to evening.

About This Downey Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Downey, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.940014, -118.132569. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Downey and Los Angeles County.

Detailed location data for Downey includes the ZIP code (90241), telephone area code (310, 424), county seat of Los Angeles County (Los Angeles), and school district assignment (Downey Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Downey is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.