Compton is a city located in the Gateway Cities region of southern Los Angeles County, California, United States. It is situated south of downtown Los Angeles, about 17 miles away, and 11 miles north of Long Beach. Compton is one of the oldest cities in Los Angeles County, incorporated on May 11, 1888. It is nicknamed the "Hub City" due to its geographic centrality in the county. The city's coordinates are approximately 33.8958°N latitude and -118.2201°W longitude. It is known for its rich cultural history and has been referenced in popular media such as "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air".