Pasadena, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Harris County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Pasadena based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
149,345
2023 ACS
Median Income
$64,270
2023
Median Home Value
$193,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,201
2023
Median Age
32.8
Unemployment
8.7%
Cost of Living Index
108.6
100 = national avg
Pasadena is a city in Harris County, Texas, with a population of 149,345 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Pasadena is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Pasadena is $64,270, and the median home value is $193,600. The cost of living index is 108.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,201 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.7%, and the median age is 32.8 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
149,345
Male
73,451
49.2%
Female
75,894
50.8%
Median Age
32.8
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.8%
High School or Higher
28.5%
Foreign Born
26.3%
Veterans
2.4%
Married
39.4%
Avg Household Size
3.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.140
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
50.3%
Foreign Born
26.3%
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
70.5%
105,214 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
29.5%
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+)
138,138
English Only
48.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
68,052 speakers
Limited English
23.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
76.2%
Limited English Proficiency
23.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,526
2.4% of population
Disability Rate
30.5%
1,076 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$53,565
Unemployment Rate
3.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,140
89.1%
Female Veterans
386
10.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$53,565
Non-Veteran Income
$32,255
Difference
$21,310
66.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,076
Without Disability
2,450
Disability Rate
30.5%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
36,431
#1 Ancestry
English
4.7% (7,063)
#2 Ancestry
German
3.8% (5,646)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
3.3% (4,996)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
49,791
Family Households
37,518
75.4%
Married Couples
25,254
50.7%
Non-Family Households
12,273
24.6%
Single Mother Households
8,415
16.9%
Single Father Households
3,849
7.7%
Living Alone
9,714
19.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
36,898
In Married Couple
21,894
59.3%
With Single Mother
10,843
29.4%
With Single Father
4,161
11.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$72,695
Married Couple Income
$88,992
Single Mother Income
$42,272
Single Father Income
$59,554
Avg Family Size
3.0
Avg Non-Family Size
3.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4,743
Grandparents Responsible
1,175
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$64,270
-12% vs national
Per Capita Income
$28,351
-24% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.3%
+35% vs national
Gini Index
0.4375
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.7%
+67% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.6%
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, TX has a median household income of $64,270, making it the 14,516th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher median household income than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Pasadena, TX has a per capita income of $28,351, making it the 19,067th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher per capita income than 32% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Pasadena, TX has a poverty rate of 18.3%, making it the 8,316th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher poverty rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Pasadena, TX has a unemployment rate of 8.7%, making it the 5,117th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher unemployment rate than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Pasadena. The median household income here is $64,270.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.7%
+71% vs TX avg
Labor Force
71,347
Employed
65,066
Mean Commute
24 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
28.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
32.8
Work from Home
8.6%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$108.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
108.6
100 = national avg
+8.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,774
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,921
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The median household income in Pasadena, TX is $64,270, which is 12.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $28,351. The poverty rate of 18.3% is higher than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4375, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.7%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 71,347. 9.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 24 minutes, with 8.6% working from home. About 76.8% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 108.6, which is 8.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,774 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$235,000
Median List Price
$250,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$150
Days on Market
57
Active Inventory
238
Months of Supply
6.0
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$213,641
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,350
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
17.5%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
20.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
40
New Listings
83
Pending Sales
59
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$150
Median List $/SF
$159
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Pasadena, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area, home prices have risen 344.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 147.7%. The 10-year growth rate is 71.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 38.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX housing market rather than Pasadena alone.
Metro area: Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Pasadena vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Pasadena is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Pasadena, TX has a median home value of $193,600, making it the 12,737th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher median home value than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Pasadena, TX has a median rent of $1,201, making it the 6,637th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher median rent than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Pasadena, TX has a price per square foot of $150, making it the 12,560th 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 39% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Pasadena, TX has a rent burden of 22.4%, making it the 5,780th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Pasadena has a higher rent burden than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$193,600
Median Rent
$1,201
Total Housing Units
54,416
Vacancy Rate
8.5%
Owner Occupied
54.3%
Renter Occupied
45.8%
Median Property Tax
$2,791
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$975
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,791
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.44%
of home value
Median Home Value
$193,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,186
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,791) by the median home value ($193,600). In Pasadena, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.44%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Pasadena, TX is $235,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 57 days on the market. 17.5% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $150. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,350/month. About 54.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1976. There are 54,416 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,791. The effective tax rate is 1.44%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
5.67
per 1,000 residents
+118% vs national
Property Crime Rate
23.52
per 1,000 residents
+37% vs national
Total Crimes
4,238
2024
Violent Clearance
40%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
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 83% of murder cases but only 5% 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 | 6 | 0.04 | 83.3% |
| Rape | Violent | 101 | 0.70 | 25.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 107 | 0.74 | 18.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 608 | 4.19 | 45.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 366 | 2.52 | 9.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,436 | 16.78 | 15.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 613 | 4.22 | 5.2% |
Pasadena, TX reported 823 violent crimes and 3,415 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 5.67 per 1,000 residents is 118.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 40% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,436 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 31.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 823 | 3,415 | 5.67 | 23.52 |
| 2023 | 910 | 4,048 | 6.24 | 27.75 |
| 2022 | 924 | 4,102 | 6.33 | 28.10 |
| 2021 | 964 | 3,704 | 6.45 | 24.79 |
| 2020 | 887 | 3,558 | 5.86 | 23.50 |
| 2019 | 839 | 3,861 | 5.46 | 25.12 |
| 2018 | 680 | 3,467 | 4.41 | 22.50 |
| 2017 | 711 | 3,773 | 4.62 | 24.50 |
| 2016 | 691 | 4,008 | 4.47 | 25.92 |
| 2015 | 633 | 4,273 | 4.08 | 27.57 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2021 | Sam Rayburn High School | 0 | 0 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.9
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
67.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
17.9
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
41
Public Assistance
$2.4B
Individual Assistance
$322.2M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Beryl → | Hurricane | Jul 2024 | $101.7M | $103.5M |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | $46.4M | $17.0M |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $9.9M | $7.3M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Tropical Storms Marco and Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Hanna → | Hurricane | Jul 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $596.4M | $8.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Imelda → | Flood | Oct 2019 | — | $169K |
| Hurricane Harvey → | Hurricane | Aug 2017 | $1.2B | $132.7M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jun 2016 | $423K | $57K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Apr 2016 | $20.6M | $283K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Nov 2015 | — | $163K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | $12.0M | $1.2M |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Sep 2011 | $3K | — |
| Forest Brook Fire → | Fire | Jun 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | $396.4M | $42.1M |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Erin → | Severe Storm | Oct 2007 | — | $974K |
Showing 20 of 52 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
170,766
Total Claims Paid
$8,759,890,061
Avg Claim Payout
$51,298
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
332
Federal Funding
$450,306,378
Properties Protected
2,484
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.27
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 64 | $174,723,540 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 29 | $5,761,915 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 26 | $2,076,910 |
| 204.3: Dry Floodproofing Public Structures - Riverine | 23 | $6,246,604 |
| 404.1: Localized Flood Control System to Protect Critical Facility | 21 | $9,723,279 |
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 hurricane, tornado, cold wave. The area has had 41 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 170,766 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,382,741,781 in public assistance recovery funding. $322,214,567 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 332 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.1%
3.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.7%
2.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.6%
2.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
32.1%
21.5pp above 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
36.5%
Arthritis
20.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.9%
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
17.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
36.7%
Mobility
16.8%
Cognitive
19.2%
Hearing
7.1%
Vision
9.3%
Self-Care
5.6%
Independent Living
10.2%
Pasadena has an obesity rate of 39.1%, which is 3.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.7%, 2.8pp below the national average. About 32.1% of adults lack health insurance. 70.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.7 mi
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Pasadena | 0.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| St Luke'S Patients Medical Center | 0.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Hca Houston Healthcare Southeast | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Surgery Specialty Hospitals Of America Se Houston | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital | 7.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
153,470
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF PASADENA | 152,000 | 0 |
| CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES | 1,470 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
27
Total CO₂e
10.3M MT
Top Emitter
Channel Energy Center
2.2M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Channel Energy Center Cpn Management Lp | Power Plants | 2,160,896 |
Bayou Cogeneration Plant American Air Liquide Holdings Inc | Chemicals | 2,017,198 |
Pasadena Power Plant Cpn Management Lp | Power Plants | 1,900,339 |
Linde Clear Lake HyCO Plant Linde Inc | Chemicals | 878,234 |
CLEAR LAKE PLANT Celanese Corp | Chemicals | 763,279 |
Air Products LLC - Pasadena SMR Air Products & Chemicals Inc | Chemicals | 491,424 |
Air Liquide Large Industries US - SMR American Air Liquide Holdings Inc | Chemicals | 399,378 |
PASADENA REFINING SYSTEM Chevron Usa Inc | Refineries | 299,823 |
INEOS NOVA LLC BAYPORT SITE Ineos Styrolution America Llc | Other | 251,493 |
Oxy Vinyls, LP- Pasadena Facility Occidental Petroleum Corp | Other | 115,124 |
LCC BAYPORT LYONDELL Lyondellbasell Industries Inc | Chemicals | 114,513 |
Ketjen Bayport Plant Albemarle Corp | Chemicals | 112,893 |
ARKEMA INC CLEAR LAKE Arkema Delaware Inc | Chemicals | 81,833 |
AMERICAN ACRYL PASADENA Arkema Delaware Inc | Chemicals | 81,719 |
Pasadena Products Terminal Phillips 66 | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 69,751 |
Pasadena Plant Enterprise Products Partners Lp | Chemicals | 62,929 |
Bayport Polymers LLC - HDPE Plant Bayport Polymers Llc | Other | 61,724 |
INEOS Americas, LLC Ineos Usa Llc | Chemicals | 55,831 |
KANEKA North America LLC Kaneka Americas Holding Inc | Other | 53,425 |
EQUISTAR CHEMICALS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP BAYPORT PLANT Lyondellbasell Industries Inc | Chemicals | 46,137 |
Dixie Chemical Company Glencoe Capital | Chemicals | 44,972 |
ALBEMARLE CORPORATION HOUSTON PLANT Albemarle Corp | Chemicals | 43,256 |
BASF CORP - PASADENA PLANT Basf Corp | Chemicals | 42,022 |
NIPPON CHEMICAL TEXAS INC Jx Nippon Oil & Energy Usa Inc | Chemicals | 40,842 |
GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER CO BAYPORT CHEMICAL PLANT The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co | Chemicals | 32,306 |
LUBRIZOL BAYPORT PLANT Berkshire Hathaway Inc | Chemicals | 20,146 |
Sekisui Specialty Chemicals America, LLC - Pasadena Sekisui America Corp | Other | 16,156 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 27 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 10.3M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
24 min
+4% vs national
Drive Alone
76.8%
-2% vs national
Public Transit
0.2%
-77% vs national
Work From Home
8.6%
-7% vs national
Carpool
11.6%
Walk / Bike
1.3%
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
7
2023
6-Year Avg
10
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 13 | 14 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 12 | 12 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| 2020 | 12 | 12 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Pasadena, TX is 24 minutes, which is 4.3% above the national average of 23 minutes. 76.8% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 8.6% work from home, which is above the TX state average of 7.8%. 11.6% of workers carpool. 1.1% walk to work. In 2023, there were 7 traffic fatalities from 6 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
91.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
70.9%
of households
No Internet
6.3%
of households
Total Households
49,791
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.6%
of households
Smartphone
91.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
71.8%
of households
Tablet
61.3%
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
14.9¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-37% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-38% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+15% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. 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
2
Population Served
153,470
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF PASADENA | Community | Purchased surface water | 152,000 | 0 |
| CITY OF PASADENA EL CARY ESTATES | Community | Purchased surface water | 1,470 | 0 |
91.6% of households in Pasadena have broadband internet access. 70.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 16.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.3% of households have no internet access. 15.4% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 153,470 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Pasadena is located in Harris County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Pasadena.
Election Overview
Source: Harris County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
808,771
52.0%
GOP Votes
722,695
46.4%
Total Votes
1,556,310
Margin
D+5.5%
Shift from 2020
R+7.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 808,771 | 722,695 | 1,556,310 | 52.0% | 46.4% | D+5.5 |
| 2020 | 918,193 | 700,630 | 1,640,818 | 56.0% | 42.7% | D+13.3 |
| 2016 | 706,471 | 544,960 | 1,302,887 | 54.2% | 41.8% | D+12.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Harris County recorded 1,556,310 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.0% of the vote compared to 46.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+5.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Harris County has shifted 6.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
Source: pasadenatx.govSubmit a public records request to Pasadena — Uses GovQA portal.
Source: pasadenatx.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
275
Total Assets
$248.8M
Total Income
$111.1M
Per 10K Residents
18.4
nonprofits
-53.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
16
Median Assets
$167K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $231.7M of $248.8M 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 BMFPasadena, TX has 275 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $248.8M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 76 organizations. 16 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 18.4 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
671
Total Approved
$318.8M
Jobs Supported
6,012
Per 10K Residents
44.9
SBA loans
-36.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
120
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
97 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
634
Total Amount
$290.6M
Avg Loan
$458,393
Median Loan
$170,000
SBA Guaranteed
$218.8M(75%)
Jobs Supported
5,626
Loans
37
Total Amount
$28.2M
Avg Loan
$762,730
Median Loan
$674,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
97
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$94.8M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$977,330
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pasadena Trailer & Truck Accessories Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Frederick Unlimited Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Pasadena Trailer & Truck Accessories | 1 | $5.0M |
| New Lion Ii Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ab Fallbrook Llc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Rama Properties L L C | 1 | $4.7M |
| Chemquest Chemicals Llc | 2 | $4.6M |
| Prostar Manufacturing Inc | 2 | $4.3M |
| Usa Fitness Equipment Depot | 3 | $4.2M |
| 225 Pasadena Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.1M |
Pasadena, TX has received 671 SBA loans totaling $318.8M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 634 loans (94% of the total), supporting 5,626 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 37 loans totaling $28.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Pasadena is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 97 loans. That works out to 44.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
25
Total Population
701,944
Avg Median Income
$71,447
Avg Home Value
-$26,471,103
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77012 | 16,780 | $48,287 | $127,400 | $944 | 3.9 |
| 77015 | 58,822 | $57,324 | $164,700 | $1,169 | 20.6 |
| 77017 | 30,797 | $53,750 | $146,600 | $1,049 | 9.6 |
| 77029 | 15,931 | $49,601 | $115,400 | $1,129 | 10.6 |
| 77034 | 37,185 | $59,516 | $178,100 | $1,178 | 14.2 |
| 77058 | 18,572 | $66,471 | $244,800 | $1,362 | 8.4 |
| 77059 | 18,386 | $166,614 | $395,800 | $1,819 | 9.2 |
| 77061 | 24,238 | $44,520 | $215,200 | $973 | 7.5 |
| 77062 | 24,892 | $105,824 | $280,400 | $1,376 | 5.8 |
| 77075 | 41,012 | $71,509 | $219,900 | $1,225 | 11.2 |
| 77087 | 35,192 | $53,624 | $148,400 | $1,015 | 6.6 |
| 77089 | 56,607 | $87,262 | $237,400 | $1,411 | 13.0 |
| 77502 | 36,126 | $59,337 | $164,500 | $1,185 | 5.5 |
| 77503 | 23,899 | $64,977 | $165,300 | $1,211 | 6.3 |
| 77504 | 25,758 | $52,784 | $207,600 | $1,196 | 5.6 |
| 77505 | 23,686 | $94,643 | $276,100 | $1,522 | 8.4 |
| 77506 | 35,243 | $50,045 | $131,800 | $1,049 | 11.3 |
| 77507 | 578 | $74,536 | N/A | $1,693 | 16.3 |
| 77530 | 32,065 | $64,151 | $170,600 | $1,131 | 13.8 |
| 77536 | 32,421 | $96,297 | $238,300 | $1,344 | 9.8 |
| 77547 | 9,380 | $53,854 | $109,100 | $1,099 | 3.9 |
| 77571 | 37,659 | $83,795 | $220,300 | $1,328 | 37.1 |
| 77586 | 24,019 | $115,301 | $325,700 | $1,421 | 11.7 |
| 77587 | 16,058 | $52,407 | $177,000 | $1,174 | 3.1 |
| 77598 | 26,638 | $59,758 | $228,700 | $1,279 | 12.2 |
Pasadena, TX has 25 ZIP codes with a combined population of 701,944. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $71,447. The average median home value is -$26,471,103. The average median monthly rent is $1,251.
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