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Pasadena, California

Pasadena: The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the San Gabriel Valley region of California. Pasadena is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the California Institute of Technology and the Norton Simon Museum.

About

Pasadena is a city located in the county of Los Angeles in the U.S. state of California. Its population at the 2010 census was 137,122. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 141,045 inhabitants.

The city was created 140 years ago in 1885.

The city of Pasadena was founded in 1874 and incorporated in 1886. It became a popular winter resort for wealthy Easterners attracted to the area's warm climate. Many grand hotels, mansions and gardens were built during this time, lending Pasadena an air of luxury.

As the city grew, major institutions like Caltech and Fuller Theological Seminary relocated to Pasadena, establishing its reputation as an academic hub. The Rose Bowl stadium was also constructed in 1922, becoming a core part of the city's identity.

Key Facts About Modern Pasadena

Here are some key details about modern day Pasadena:

• Population: Around 142,000 residents, making it the 9th largest city in Los Angeles County.
• Economy: Major employers today include Caltech, Huntington Memorial Hospital, Bank of America and CBRE Group headquarters. Technology and research are significant industries.
• Neighborhoods: Pasadena has several distinct neighborhoods like Old Pasadena, Lamanda Park, Orange Heights and East Pasadena. Each area has its own home styles and vibes.
• Attractions: Famous sites include the Rose Bowl Stadium, the Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena City Hall, and the iconic Colorado Street Bridge.
• Events: Pasadena is known for hosting the annual Rose Parade and Rose Bowl college football game on New Year's Day, which draw tourists worldwide.

With its historic architecture, academic influence, and vibrant culture, Pasadena has evolved into one of the Los Angeles area's most dynamic and creative communities.

Quick Facts about Pasadena

Population :	141,045 (2020)
Country :	United States of America
State :	California (United States)
County :	Los Angeles County
Postal code :	91101, 91103, 91104, 91105, 91106, 91107, 91191
Phone Area Codes :	626
Official name :	Pasadena
Water as percent of area :	0.68%
Land as percent of area :	99.32%
Altitude :	863 feet / 263 meters
Establishment :	January 01, 1886 (140 years ago)
Time Zone :	Pacific Time Zone
Local time :	06:23:10 (1st January 2026)
Population growth :	2.78% (2010-2020)

Pasadena City Hall 2 image

Geography

Pasadena is located at 34°8'52"N 118°8'40"W (34.1477800, -118.1445200). It has 2 neighbors: Los Angeles and Sierra Madre.

Pasadena map

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Official website of Pasadena

• Official Website

Head of government

Terry Tornek ,

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Neighbors

Pasadena has 2 neighbours.

• Los Angeles The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. It is located on the coast of Southern California, at the head of the Santa Monica Bay. Los Angeles is a major center for the entertainment industry and is home to many Hollywood studios.
• Sierra Madre city in California

Demographics

The population of Pasadena increased by 2.78% in 10 years.

Population by years (2010 - 2020)

Year	Population	% Change	Method
2010	137,122	-	census
2011	137,652	0.39%	estimation process
2012	138,097	0.32%	estimation process
2013	139,292	0.86%	estimation process
2014	139,529	0.17%	estimation process
2015	141,025	1.06%	estimation process
2016	141,601	0.41%	estimation process
2017	141,757	0.11%	estimation process
2018	140,906	-0.6%	estimation process
2019	141,029	0.09%	estimation process
2020	141,045	0.01%	estimation process

What is ZIP code for Pasadena

Pasadena zip code is 91101. County name: Los Angeles, County fips: 06037

Alternate Unofficial Names for Pasadena

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Where to Stay in Pasadena

1 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pasadena - Los Angeles, an IHG Hotel

Rating: 4.3 (556)

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2 Best Western Pasadena Inn

Rating: 4.2 (534)

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3 Best Western Pasadena Royale Inn & Suites

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4 Super 8 by Wyndham Pasadena/LA Area

Rating: 3.8 (431)

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5 Hotel Le Rêve Pasadena

Rating: 3.6 (424)

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Other Places in Pasadena

1 Huntington Health Physicians

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People born in Pasadena (200)

People born in Pasadena, including computer pioneer Charles P. Thacker, economist Thomas J. Sargent, American-Canadian swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, world champion, world record-holder Missy Franklin, .

List

• Brandon Soo Hoo (Chinese-American SAG-Aftra Actor) he was born in 02/11/1995
• Sally Field (American actress) she was born in 06/11/1946
• Sophia Bush (American actress) she was born in 08/07/1982
• Julia Child (American chef) she was born in 15/08/1912
• Christian Serratos (American actress) she was born in 21/09/1990
• Kathleen Quinlan (American actress) she was born in 19/11/1954
• Octavia E. Butler (American science fiction writer (1947-2006)) she was born in 22/06/1947
• Christy Canyon (American movie actress) she was born in 17/06/1966
• Chris Kinard (badminton player) he was born in 08/11/1950
• Summer Bishil (actress) she was born in 17/07/1988
• Kirsten Vangsness (American actress) she was born in 07/07/1972
• Richard Bellis (American composer) he was born in 03/04/1946
• Jennifer Lyons (American actress) she was born in 06/08/1977
• Ruben Douglas (Panamanian-American professional basketball player, born 1979) he was born in 30/10/1979
• Bill Richardson (politician and governor from the United States) he was born in 15/11/1947
• Cody Cameron (American director and storyboard artist) he was born in 12/10/1970
• James Deen (American movie actor, director, producer and blogger) he was born in 07/02/1986
• Aden Meinel (American astronomer) he was born in 25/11/1922

Schools in Pasadena

College & universities near Pasadena, CA

Code	Name	City	ZIP
114840	Fuller Theological Seminary	Pasadena (CA)	91182
455770	Providence Christian College	Pasadena (CA)	91101
493080	Institute of Culinary Education	Pasadena (CA)	91101-5221
120768	Pacific Oaks College	Pasadena (CA)	91103
123095	Saybrook University	Pasadena (CA)	91103

Stations (45)

Amtrak & bus stations near Pasadena, CA

Code	Name	Address	Type
PAS	Pasadena, California	150 South Los Robles Ave.	BUS
GDL	Glendale Transportation Center	400 West Cerritos Avenue	RAIL
LAX	Los Angeles Union Station	800 North Alameda Street	RAIL
LCA	La Crescenta, California	Honolulu & Lowell Avenue	BUS
BUR	Burbank Airport–South station	3750 Empire Avenue	RAIL

Post Office

Post offices near Pasadena

Post Office Name	City	ZIP
Plaza Pasadena Post Office	Pasadena (CA)	91101
Catalina Post Office	Pasadena (CA)	91106
Orangewood Post Office	Pasadena (CA)	91105
Pasadena Post Office	Pasadena (CA)	91109
Pasadena Window Un Post Office	Pasadena (CA)	91109

Other places with the same name (2)

• Pasadena , Texas The second most populous city in Harris County, Texas. It is located in the northeastern part of the county. Pasadena is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Houston and the Miller Outdoor Theatre. with a population of 149,440 people.

Other cities in Los Angeles County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Los Angeles County , CA. (more)

City Name	Population	Title
Los Angeles	3,970,219	The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
Long Beach	454,681	The second most populous city in California, Long Beach is a major center for business, manufacturing, and tourism.
Santa Clarita	209,990	The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Glendale	197,747	The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Hollywood	167,664	District in Los Angeles, California, United States
Lancaster	155,822	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Palmdale	150,498	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Pomona	149,212	The sixth most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Torrance	141,553	The third most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
East Los Angeles	126,496	Census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, United States
El Monte	112,344	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Downey	109,202	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Inglewood	107,203	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Santa Maria	105,851	The third most populous city in Santa Barbara County, California.
West Covina	103,656	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.
Norwalk	102,635	The most populous city in Los Angeles County, California.

Distance to Other Cities

Pasadena distances to largest California cities

• Los Angeles
• San Diego
• Laguna
• San Jose
• San Francisco
• Fresno
• Sacramento
• Long Beach
• Oakland
• Bakersfield
• Anaheim
• Santa Ana
• Riverside
• Stockton
• Irvine
• Chula Vista
• Fremont
• San Bernardino

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