Pasadena, CA Census Data
The 44th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Pasadena is the 44th largest city in California by population and ranks 82nd of 188 for median household income. With 136,462 residents, its poverty rate of 13.2% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
136,462
49.3% male · 50.7% female
Median Age
40.1
1.4 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$103,778
$25,240 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
56.0%
21.0% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.1%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
0.8% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.3%
Broadband Access
96.1%
6.4% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$1,045,000
Median rent: $2,218 · 42% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
Labor force participation: 63.7%
Per Capita Income
$59,596
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.1%
Disability rate: 10.1%
How Pasadena Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 44th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 82nd of 188 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 131st of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 29th of 188 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 36th of 188 | Top 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Pasadena, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Pasadena, CA?
The population of Pasadena, CA is 136,462 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.1 years.
What is the median household income in Pasadena?
The median household income in Pasadena, CA is $103,778, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $59,596.
What is the poverty rate in Pasadena?
The poverty rate in Pasadena, CA is 13.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Pasadena residents have a college degree?
56.0% of adults (25+) in Pasadena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Pasadena?
The median home value in Pasadena, CA is $1,045,000. Median rent is $2,218 per month, with 42% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Pasadena?
Pasadena's population is 41.4% White, 7.7% Black, 34.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 17.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Pasadena rank among California cities?
Pasadena is the 44th largest city in California by population, the 82nd highest for median household income, the 131st lowest for poverty rate, the 29th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Pasadena?
The unemployment rate in Pasadena, CA is 5.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.7%. Per capita income is $59,596.
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