Paramount

Paramount is a city in Los Angeles County comprising residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and industrial areas. The place features a compact urban layout with mixed-use development spread across several neighborhoods.

Present-day Paramount sits on land that was part of Rancho San Pedro, owned by Manuel Domínguez, a signer of the California Constitution. The area later developed into a city during the broader growth of the Los Angeles region.

The city is home to a diverse population with strong Hispanic and Latino roots that shape local businesses, restaurants, and community celebrations. These communities form the social fabric of daily life in the area.

The city is accessible by public transportation operated by local and regional providers serving the area. Most neighborhoods are best explored on foot or by car, depending on which parts you wish to visit.

Paramount is home to the Zamboni Company, which manufactures ice resurfacing machines for skating rinks and has operated from this location since its founding. The facility plays a significant role in the local economy and connects the city to winter sports worldwide.

Location: Los Angeles County

Inception: 1957

Elevation above the sea: 21 m

Shares border with: South Gate, Downey, Lynwood

Website: http://paramountcity.com

GPS coordinates: 33.90000,-118.16667

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:46