Pasadena, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Los Angeles County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Pasadena based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
136,462
2023 ACS
Median Income
$103,778
2023
Median Home Value
$1,045,000
2023
Median Rent
$2,218
2023
Median Age
40.1
Unemployment
5.3%
Cost of Living Index
211.5
100 = national avg
Pasadena is a city in Los Angeles County, California, with a population of 136,462 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Pasadena is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Pasadena is $103,778, and the median home value is $1,045,000. The cost of living index is 211.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,218 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, and the median age is 40.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
136,462
Male
67,341
49.3%
Female
69,121
50.7%
Median Age
40.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
43.0%
High School or Higher
53.0%
Foreign Born
29.2%
Veterans
2.6%
Married
37.8%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.622
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
41.4%
Foreign Born
29.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
34.1%
46,561 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
65.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
129,851
English Only
57.4%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
32,705 speakers
Limited English
15.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
84.5%
Limited English Proficiency
15.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,532
2.6% of population
Disability Rate
18.4%
650 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,792
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,243
91.8%
Female Veterans
289
8.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,792
Non-Veteran Income
$53,642
Difference
$150
0.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
650
Without Disability
2,882
Disability Rate
18.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
57,856
#1 Ancestry
English
7.1% (9,647)
#2 Ancestry
German
6.7% (9,184)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
6.5% (8,859)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
57,131
Family Households
30,837
54.0%
Married Couples
22,048
38.6%
Non-Family Households
26,294
46.0%
Single Mother Households
5,790
10.1%
Single Father Households
2,999
5.2%
Living Alone
19,758
34.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
19,362
In Married Couple
13,512
69.8%
With Single Mother
3,926
20.3%
With Single Father
1,924
9.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$135,802
Married Couple Income
$170,267
Single Mother Income
$62,305
Single Father Income
$69,604
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,142
Grandparents Responsible
510
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$103,778
+42% vs national
Per Capita Income
$63,513
+71% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.2%
-3% vs national
Gini Index
0.4978
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.3%
+3% vs national
SNAP Recipients
9.2%
of households
How Pasadena Compares
Pasadena vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Pasadena is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Pasadena, CA has a median household income of $103,778, making it the 4,360th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher median household income than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Pasadena, CA has a per capita income of $63,513, making it the 2,201st highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher per capita income than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Pasadena, CA has a poverty rate of 13.2%, making it the 12,938th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher poverty rate than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Pasadena, CA has a unemployment rate of 5.3%, making it the 10,732nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Pasadena. The median household income here is $103,778.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
-30% vs CA avg
Labor Force
78,492
Employed
74,261
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
43.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
53.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
40.1
Work from Home
23.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$133.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
211.5
100 = national avg
+111.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$93,061
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$219,961
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The median household income in Pasadena, CA is $103,778, which is 41.7% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $63,513. The poverty rate of 13.2% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4978, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 78,492. 43.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 23.6% working from home. About 58.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 211.5, which is 111.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 346.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $93,061 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$1,195,000
Median List Price
$1,225,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$686
Days on Market
66
Active Inventory
206
Months of Supply
3.2
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$1,171,418
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,978
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
32.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.9%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
64
New Listings
90
Pending Sales
57
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$686
Median List $/SF
$804
Pasadena vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Pasadena is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Pasadena, CA has a median home value of $1,045,000, making it the 558th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher median home value than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Pasadena, CA has a median rent of $2,218, making it the 1,104th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher median rent than 95% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Pasadena, CA has a price per square foot of $686, making it the 523rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher price per square foot than 97% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Pasadena, CA has a rent burden of 25.6%, making it the 3,021st highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher rent burden than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,045,000
Median Rent
$2,218
Total Housing Units
62,853
Vacancy Rate
9.1%
Owner Occupied
42.1%
Renter Occupied
57.9%
Median Property Tax
$6,449
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,741
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$6,449
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.62%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,045,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$8,214
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($6,449) by the median home value ($1,045,000). In Pasadena, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.62%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Pasadena, CA is $1,195,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 66 days on the market. 32.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $686. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,978/month. About 42.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1960. There are 62,853 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $6,449. The effective tax rate is 0.62%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.81
per 1,000 residents
+85% vs national
Property Crime Rate
26.97
per 1,000 residents
+57% vs national
Total Crimes
4,194
2024
Violent Clearance
51%
cases solved
Property Clearance
14%
cases solved
YoY Change
-9.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Pasadena Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Pasadena vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Pasadena is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Pasadena police solve 100% of murder cases but only 9% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.01 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 44 | 0.33 | 22.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 158 | 1.20 | 43.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 431 | 3.27 | 56.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 735 | 5.57 | 9.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,461 | 18.65 | 15.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 363 | 2.75 | 8.5% |
Pasadena, CA reported 635 violent crimes and 3,559 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.81 per 1,000 residents is 85.1% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 51% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,461 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 13.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 635 | 3,559 | 4.81 | 26.97 |
| 2023 | 701 | 3,430 | 5.30 | 25.94 |
| 2022 | 511 | 3,053 | 3.83 | 22.90 |
| 2020 | 414 | 3,021 | 2.93 | 21.35 |
| 2019 | 613 | 2,866 | 4.32 | 20.20 |
| 2018 | 547 | 2,928 | 3.81 | 20.41 |
| 2017 | 574 | 2,946 | 4.02 | 20.62 |
| 2016 | 477 | 3,446 | 3.33 | 24.05 |
| 2015 | 428 | 3,693 | 3.02 | 26.04 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
100.0
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
100.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
13.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
88
Public Assistance
$2.3B
Individual Assistance
$118.2M
Most Common Type
Fire
61 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon Fire → | Fire | Aug 2025 | — | — |
| Wildfires and Straight-line Winds → | Fire | Jan 2025 | $27.4M | $95.2M |
| Hurst Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Eaton Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Palisades Fire → | Fire | Jan 2025 | — | — |
| Franklin Fire → | Fire | Dec 2024 | — | — |
| Bridge Fire → | Fire | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Floodin… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2024 | $13.0M | — |
| Tropical Storm Hilary → | Hurricane | Nov 2023 | $4.2M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Straight-line Wind… → | Severe Storm | Apr 2023 | $3.5M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Mar 2023 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslid… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | $14.3M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, and Muds… → | Flood | Jan 2023 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Oct 2020 | $7.8M | $35K |
| Bobcat Fire → | Fire | Sep 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $2.0B | $20.8M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Getty Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Tick Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
| Saddleridge Fire → | Fire | Oct 2019 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 94 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
9,092
Total Claims Paid
$72,172,684
Avg Claim Payout
$7,938
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
380
Federal Funding
$444,312,738
Properties Protected
1,908
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.87
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 115 | $179,435,867 |
| 205.4: Non Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 112 | $221,346,997 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 37 | $1,840,060 |
| 300.2: Vegetation Management - Wildfire | 20 | $1,828,346 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 19 | $1,169,772 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Pasadena has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, wildfire, heat wave. The area has had 88 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (61 declarations). 9,092 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,271,767,449 in public assistance recovery funding. $118,175,231 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 380 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
24.2%
11.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.2%
4.3pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.7%
1.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
2.4pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.2%
Arthritis
19.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.2%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.2%
Loneliness
38.4%
Lack of Support
27.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.5%
Mobility
12.2%
Cognitive
13.0%
Hearing
5.3%
Vision
5.1%
Self-Care
3.6%
Independent Living
7.3%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Pasadena has an obesity rate of 24.2%, which is 11.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.2%, 4.3pp below the national average. About 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. 73.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
3
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.9 mi
Aurora Las Encinas
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Las Encinas | 2.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Glendale Adventist Medical Center | 4.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Alhambra Hospital Medical Center | 4.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| San Gabriel Valley Medical Center | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Usc Arcadia Hospital | 5.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Pop. Served
192,298
Violations (5yr)
24
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PASADENA WATER AND POWER | 164,344 | 0 |
| SUNNY SLOPE WATER CO. | 25,252 | 0 |
| KINNELOA IRRIGATION DIST. | 1,960 | 0 |
| LAKE MORENA VIEWS MWC | 360 | 24 |
| ACORN VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | 192 | 0 |
| TOLAS WATERWORKS CO OP | 190 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
58.4K MT
Top Emitter
California Institute of Technology
34.5K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
California Institute of Technology California Institute Of Technology | Other | 34,497 |
Glenarm City Of Pasadena California | Power Plants | 23,889 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 6 water systems serving the area. 24 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 58.4K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-11% vs national
Drive Alone
58.7%
-25% vs national
Public Transit
4.1%
+360% vs national
Work From Home
23.6%
+154% vs national
Carpool
4.7%
Walk / Bike
5.8%
combined
How Pasadena's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
3
2023
6-Year Avg
7
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 14 | 0 | 10 | 0 |
| 2020 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Pasadena, CA is 21 minutes, which is 11.1% below the national average of 23 minutes. 58.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 23.6% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 4.1% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 4.7% of workers carpool. 4.7% walk to work. 1.1% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 3 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
80.1%
of households
No Internet
5.7%
of households
Total Households
57,131
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.1%
of households
Smartphone
93.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
87.6%
of households
Tablet
65.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+87% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+89% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+119% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Pasadena vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
6
Population Served
192,298
Violations (5yr)
24
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PASADENA WATER AND POWER | Community | Purchased surface water | 164,344 | 0 |
| SUNNY SLOPE WATER CO. | Community | Ground water | 25,252 | 0 |
| KINNELOA IRRIGATION DIST. | Community | Ground water | 1,960 | 0 |
| LAKE MORENA VIEWS MWC | Community | Ground water | 360 | 24 |
| ACORN VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Purchased surface water | 192 | 0 |
| TOLAS WATERWORKS CO OP | Community | Ground water | 190 | 0 |
92.7% of households in Pasadena have broadband internet access. 80.1% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.7% of households have no internet access. 5.6% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 6 water systems, providing water to 192,298 people. A total of 24 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Pasadena is located in Los Angeles County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Pasadena.
Election Overview
Source: Los Angeles County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
2,417,109
64.8%
GOP Votes
1,189,862
31.9%
Total Votes
3,728,427
Margin
D+32.9%
Shift from 2020
R+11.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,417,109 | 1,189,862 | 3,728,427 | 64.8% | 31.9% | D+32.9 |
| 2020 | 3,028,885 | 1,145,530 | 4,263,443 | 71.0% | 26.9% | D+44.2 |
| 2016 | 1,893,770 | 620,285 | 2,652,072 | 71.4% | 23.4% | D+48.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Los Angeles County recorded 3,728,427 total votes. Democrats won the county with 64.8% of the vote compared to 31.9% for Republicans, a margin of D+32.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+11.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Los Angeles County has shifted 15.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,581
Total Assets
$19.8B
Total Income
$10.8B
Per 10K Residents
115.9
nonprofits
+162.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
334
Median Assets
$601K
Oldest Active
1928
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $12.5B of $19.8B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Pasadena
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | Education | $7.8B | $5.1B | 1937 | |
| PASADENA HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION LTD | Health Care | $1.3B | $926.1M | 1971 | |
| PERENCHIO FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $696.4M | $16.5M | 2011 | |
| GMTO CORPORATION | Science & Tech | $460.9M | $21.2M | 2009 | |
| SHANAHAN FAMILY CHARITABLEFOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $439.5M | $44.5M | 2007 | |
| NORTON SIMON ART FOUNDATION | — | $426.6M | $21.4M | 1957 | |
| ART CENTER COLLEGE OF DESIGN | Education | $404.5M | $268.4M | 1951 | |
| UNIHEALTH FOUNDATION | Health Care | $375.9M | $146.1M | 1985 | |
| COLLIS P & HOWARD HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL TRUST | Health Care | $362.1M | $137.6M | 1937 | |
| FULLER THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY | Education | $296.8M | $73.7M | 1952 | |
| DOHENY EYE INSTITUTE | — | $241.9M | $50.0M | 1973 | |
| THE FULLER FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $234.6M | $19.4M | 2001 | |
| TMT INTERNATIONAL OBSERVATORY LLC | Science & Tech | $227.9M | $13.2M | 2015 | |
| NORTON SIMON FOUNDATION | — | $195.2M | $11.4M | 1954 | |
| POLYTECHNIC SCHOOL | Education | $188.5M | $89.8M | 1935 | |
| PASADENA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $187.5M | $35.3M | 2004 | |
| FLETCHER JONES FOUNDATION | — | $175.8M | $25.7M | 1969 | |
| CALSTART INC | Unknown | $168.0M | $396.8M | 1996 | |
| THE GREEN FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $160.0M | $36.9M | 1995 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER SIX | Philanthropy | $158.5M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER SEVEN | Philanthropy | $158.5M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER FOUR | Philanthropy | $157.1M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER ONE | Philanthropy | $154.9M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER TWO | Philanthropy | $153.1M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| JAMES G BOSWELL FOUNDATION | — | $152.2M | $7.4M | 1948 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER FIVE | Philanthropy | $148.6M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER EIGHT | Philanthropy | $145.5M | $131.1M | 2009 | |
| NORTON SIMON MUSEUM OF ART AT PASADENA | Arts & Culture | $127.0M | $15.4M | 1943 | |
| PRINCIPLES INC | Mental Health | $116.1M | $44.1M | 1983 | |
| MUNGER CHARITABLE TR NUMBER THREE | Philanthropy | $109.0M | $128.4M | 2009 | |
| THE CONFIDENCE FOUNDATION | — | $106.5M | $8.6M | 1977 | |
| ABILITYFIRST | Human Services | $100.8M | $18.1M | 2002 | |
| MILIAS FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $92.5M | $27.7M | 1995 | |
| W W W FOUNDATION | — | $91.4M | $15.1M | 1982 | |
| CHANDLER SCHOOL | — | $79.3M | $33.7M | 1962 | |
| WESTRIDGE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS | — | $78.7M | $32.0M | 1938 | |
| PASADENA CITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC | Education | $77.6M | $21.0M | 1980 | |
| WILLIAM CAREY INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY | — | $71.8M | $5.3M | 1977 | |
| PASADENA TOURNAMENT OF ROSES ASSN | Recreation & Sports | $71.1M | $222.9M | 1943 | |
| HUNTINGTON MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTES | Medical Research | $64.3M | $20.4M | 1954 | |
| CRAWFORD FAMILY FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $60.1M | $46.7M | 1999 | |
| HERITAGE HOUSING PARTNERS | Housing & Shelter | $57.3M | $3.9M | 1999 | |
| THE MERICOS FOUNDATION | — | $56.3M | $6.1M | 1980 | |
| EAST WEST BANK FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $54.5M | $17.8M | 2013 | |
| OPTIONS FOR YOUTH-DUARTE INC | Education | $51.2M | $75.7M | 2020 | |
| ANN PEPPERS FOUNDATION | — | $50.8M | $19.2M | 1962 | |
| MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL | Education | $50.6M | $27.2M | 1966 | |
| FITZBERG FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $49.2M | $4.6M | 2007 | |
| CARBON MAPPER INC | Environment | $45.3M | $42.0M | 2020 | |
| GOOD HOPE MEDICAL FOUNDATION | — | $44.6M | $5.2M | 1947 |
Pasadena, CA has 1,581 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $19.8B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 221 organizations. 334 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 115.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1928.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,688
Total Approved
$775.8M
Jobs Supported
17,234
Per 10K Residents
123.7
SBA loans
+67.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
167
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
171 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,499
Total Amount
$583.2M
Avg Loan
$389,057
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$438.5M(75%)
Jobs Supported
14,671
Loans
189
Total Amount
$192.6M
Avg Loan
$1,019,302
Median Loan
$828,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
294
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$207.3M
27% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$705,244
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Family Inc. | 4 | $7.1M |
| Global Law Group Corporation | 3 | $5.9M |
| D.law, Inc. | 1 | $5.5M |
| Grand Pasadena Inn Inc. | 2 | $5.3M |
| Capstone Surgery Center Pc | 1 | $5.0M |
| 1450 North Fair Oaks Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Neighborhood Home Health Care Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| 1608 N. Fair Oaks Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Pasadena Travelodge | 1 | $5.0M |
| My Jem Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
Pasadena, CA has received 1,688 SBA loans totaling $775.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,499 loans (89% of the total), supporting 14,671 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 189 loans totaling $192.6M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Pasadena is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 171 loans. That works out to 123.7 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
54
Total Population
1,593,222
Avg Median Income
-$24,599,011
Avg Home Value
-$23,716,878
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90012 | 37,463 | $67,635 | $686,400 | $2,116 | 3.6 |
| 90013 | 14,891 | $32,848 | $786,600 | $1,161 | 0.7 |
| 90022 | 61,638 | $67,829 | $603,500 | $1,407 | 4.4 |
| 90026 | 62,902 | $85,835 | $1,143,400 | $1,822 | 4.0 |
| 90027 | 46,049 | $90,532 | $1,747,200 | $1,904 | 8.1 |
| 90031 | 36,881 | $62,119 | $758,500 | $1,487 | 3.5 |
| 90032 | 43,724 | $81,563 | $780,100 | $1,571 | 4.8 |
| 90033 | 46,540 | $56,001 | $669,500 | $1,391 | 3.3 |
| 90039 | 28,572 | $105,578 | $1,202,000 | $2,149 | 3.6 |
| 90041 | 27,351 | $111,834 | $1,135,200 | $1,797 | 3.6 |
| 90042 | 58,344 | $94,401 | $940,600 | $1,853 | 4.5 |
| 90063 | 50,536 | $71,725 | $619,100 | $1,489 | 3.3 |
| 90065 | 45,075 | $92,903 | $1,043,900 | $1,774 | 5.5 |
| 91001 | 36,402 | $133,840 | $1,085,000 | $2,298 | 8.3 |
| 91006 | 32,106 | $127,511 | $1,187,600 | $2,141 | 6.4 |
| 91007 | 33,141 | $101,762 | $1,231,100 | $2,129 | 5.5 |
| 91008 | 754 | $137,500 | $1,704,200 | N/A | 1.9 |
| 91011 | 20,094 | $221,451 | $2,000,001 | $2,842 | 11.3 |
| 91016 | 41,710 | $99,555 | $874,100 | $2,008 | 8.5 |
| 91020 | 7,265 | $60,899 | $880,700 | $2,258 | 0.7 |
| 91024 | 11,020 | $141,094 | $1,172,200 | $2,086 | 3.5 |
| 91030 | 26,297 | $128,105 | $1,545,100 | $2,218 | 3.4 |
| 91046 | 142 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 91101 | 20,814 | $94,180 | $687,300 | $2,282 | 1.3 |
| 91103 | 24,910 | $84,683 | $960,000 | $1,925 | 4.6 |
| 91104 | 35,595 | $103,052 | $1,022,600 | $2,040 | 3.8 |
| 91105 | 12,546 | $156,835 | $1,615,700 | $2,988 | 4.2 |
| 91106 | 23,217 | $89,213 | $966,700 | $2,096 | 2.7 |
| 91107 | 32,944 | $124,880 | $1,106,600 | $2,311 | 8.5 |
| 91108 | 12,464 | $186,023 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 3.8 |
| 91125 | 968 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 91201 | 22,261 | $74,980 | $1,060,500 | $2,034 | 2.4 |
| 91202 | 22,258 | $92,343 | $1,094,500 | $2,185 | 4.9 |
| 91203 | 16,482 | $77,925 | $661,300 | $2,348 | 0.9 |
| 91204 | 18,847 | $72,906 | $747,400 | $1,924 | 1.0 |
| 91205 | 34,890 | $59,005 | $763,100 | $1,890 | 1.9 |
| 91206 | 32,330 | $86,684 | $1,094,100 | $2,159 | 5.8 |
| 91207 | 10,626 | $108,196 | $1,246,300 | $2,192 | 1.6 |
| 91208 | 15,467 | $131,229 | $1,276,300 | $2,361 | 7.4 |
| 91210 | 334 | $102,721 | $902,800 | $3,501 | 0.1 |
| 91214 | 31,707 | $131,716 | $1,088,200 | $2,475 | 7.3 |
| 91501 | 19,343 | $85,419 | $1,011,600 | $2,070 | 2.7 |
| 91502 | 11,732 | $61,443 | $946,600 | $1,899 | 1.3 |
| 91731 | 28,122 | $60,887 | $614,000 | $1,583 | 3.8 |
| 91732 | 58,056 | $67,172 | $628,400 | $1,752 | 4.5 |
| 91733 | 41,716 | $67,245 | $601,600 | $1,658 | 6.8 |
| 91754 | 33,176 | $81,890 | $845,000 | $1,884 | 4.5 |
| 91755 | 26,413 | $74,362 | $761,900 | $1,811 | 3.1 |
| 91770 | 58,893 | $73,757 | $712,700 | $1,740 | 6.5 |
| 91775 | 23,776 | $113,703 | $1,042,600 | $2,068 | 3.1 |
| 91776 | 37,769 | $79,926 | $816,400 | $1,825 | 3.3 |
| 91780 | 35,136 | $101,746 | $922,900 | $2,046 | 3.9 |
| 91801 | 53,730 | $85,549 | $797,000 | $1,879 | 4.3 |
| 91803 | 27,803 | $84,537 | $831,800 | $1,790 | 3.3 |
Pasadena, CA has 54 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,593,222. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$24,599,011. The average median home value is -$23,716,878. The average median monthly rent is -$37,035,109.
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