ZIP Code 90240: Downey, California
ZIP code 90240 is assigned to Downey, California, and lies within Los Angeles County. Its reference point is at latitude 33.9581 and longitude -118.1174 (33°57'29.2"N 118°07'02.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 90240
Downey, CA has 4 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 90240, they include 90239, 90241, 90242.
Across Los Angeles County there are 532 ZIP codes listed, and California has 2,792 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 90241 in Downey, CA, about 1.4 mi to the southwest.
| ZIP code | 90240 |
|---|---|
| City | Downey |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| State | California (CA) |
| Latitude | 33.9581 |
| Longitude | -118.1174 |
| DMS | 33°57'29.2"N 118°07'02.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 90241 (Downey, 1.4 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 90240
Map centered on 33.9581, -118.1174. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Downey, CA
Video: Downey, CA
Downtown Downey Walking Tour (AA: Ep. 88) — by Alex Trinh · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 90240
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 90240, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 90240, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Santa Fe Springs, CA (2.1 mi southeast), Pico Rivera, CA (2.7 mi northeast) and Los Angeles, CA (3.1 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Santa Fe Springs, CA – 2.1 mi southeast
- Pico Rivera, CA – 2.7 mi northeast
- Los Angeles, CA – 3.1 mi northwest
- Bell, CA – 3.2 mi northwest
- Whittier, CA – 3.3 mi northeast
- Montebello, CA – 3.8 mi north
- Norwalk, CA – 4.2 mi southeast
- Maywood, CA – 4.6 mi northwest
- South Gate, CA – 4.9 mi west
- Bellflower, CA – 5.0 mi south
Schools Near Downey, CA
If you are moving to ZIP code 90240, check the school district serving Downey and Los Angeles County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Santa Fe Springs and Pico Rivera can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 90240.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Downey. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 90240 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Downey, CA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 90240 may also use facilities in nearby Santa Fe Springs, Pico Rivera and Los Angeles.
Shopping and Dining in Downey
For places to eat and shop near Downey, CA, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 90240.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Downey, California can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 90240.
To research local history, try searching for Los Angeles County records and archives along with the name Downey.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 90240, Santa Fe Springs lies about 2.1 mi to the southeast, Pico Rivera lies about 2.7 mi to the northeast, Los Angeles lies about 3.1 mi to the northwest, Bell lies about 3.2 mi to the northwest and Whittier lies about 3.3 mi to the northeast. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Downey show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 90240
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“ParleyJohnson”): Floatjon, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“JCRivesHouse”): Floatjon, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Los Angeles River Rio Hondo confluence aerial”): Dicklyon, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“ServiceMaster Restore work truck”): Eric Polk, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“WAHID refrigerated semi-trailer”): 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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Data for ZIP code 90240 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.