Median Income
$46,000
39% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,000
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.3%
17% lower than US avg
How Downey Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population736
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density767/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,000
Per Capita$24,293
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$4,410M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,000
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$316,183
Health
Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain15.6 in/yr
Elevation4,865 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Libraries6
Is Downey a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Downey receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Downey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Downey is $46,000, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Downey is $153,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Downey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Downey has a population of 736 with a density of 767 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 9.8% Hispanic.
Population
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
The median household income in Downey is $46,000, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,000 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,293 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $918 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,137 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,231 |
| County GDP | $4,410M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 229 |
| Healthcare | 434 |
| Retail | 333 |
| Manufacturing | 61 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,038 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 3.1% |
The median home value in Downey is $153,000, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $316,183.
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,000 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $316,183 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $893 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,038 |
| 15% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.64% |
In Downey, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Downey vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.0% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,368/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
Crime Rates: Downey vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Downey has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.6 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,865 ft (1,483 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 767/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4289°N, 112.1233°W |
| County FIPS | 16005 |