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Cerritos vs Downey

Two California cities 7 miles apart, side by side.

CerritosDowney
Population48,340111,793
Median household income$133,953$87,400
Median home value$908,600$728,500
Median rent$2,909/mo$1,892/mo
Median age4737
Homeownership75%51%
Property tax (effective)0.62%0.72%
Sales tax10.25%11%
Median home value
  • Cerritos$908,600
  • Downey$728,500
Median household income
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Is Cerritos or Downey cheaper?

For housing, Downey is cheaper: median home values are $908,600 in Cerritos and $728,500 in Downey; median rents are $2,909 and $1,892.

Which has higher incomes, Cerritos or Downey?

Cerritos: median household income is $133,953 in Cerritos and $87,400 in Downey.

How far is Cerritos from Downey?

About 7 miles in a straight line.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.

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