Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
19%
Pasadena
Pasadena, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,329
Population
133,920
Renter Mix
58% Rent
Notable museums and historic architecture in California’s City of Roses
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Located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena sits 11 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles. The city combines historic architecture with modern living, featuring preserved Craftsman bungalows and stately homes along Orange Grove Boulevard. Old Pasadena's walkable streets house local shops, restaurants, and landmarks like the Pasadena Playhouse. One-bedroom apartments rent for $2,385 per month, while two-bedroom units average $3,059.
Home to the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), Pasadena boasts significant cultural attractions including the Norton Simon Museum and USC Pacific Asia Museum. Residents enjoy access to hiking trails in the Arroyo Seco and can explore neighborhoods ranging from South Lake Avenue to the historic Bungalow Heaven district. The annual Tournament of Roses Parade, a tradition since 1890, draws visitors from around the world. The Rose Bowl and Brookside Park provide recreational spaces where residents can enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year.
Explore the City
Pasadena is home to the world-famous Rose Bowl Parade
The Pasadena City Hall was completed in 1927
Pasadena is home to the prestigious Caltech
The Space Tech Expo at the Pasadena Convention Center
Demographics
Median Household Income
$95,192
Average: $124,704
Education
62,883
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
72,081
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Pasadena has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
58%
Non-Renters
42%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pasadena, CA is $1,960 for a studio, $2,339 for one bedroom, $3,034 for two bedrooms, and $3,805 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pasadena has decreased by -0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,339/month
661 Sq Ft
House
$6,309/month
1,805 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,272/month
976 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,389/month
1,027 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pasadena, CA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
394 Students
Public
Grades K-5
384 Students
Public
Grades K-5
510 Students
Public
Grades K-5
449 Students
Public
Grades K-5
370 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,689 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,053 Students
Octavia E. Butler Magnet School
Public
Grades 6-8
481 Students
Public
Grades K-8
538 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
454 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,303 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,689 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,206 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,053 Students
Rose City High (Continuation) School
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Eaton Canyon Nature Center
- Jet Propulsion Laboratory
- Kidspace Children's Museum
- Huntington Botanical Gardens
- Descanso Gardens
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Bob Hope
- Los Angeles International
Top Apartments in Pasadena
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Property Management Companies in Pasadena, CA
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Willow Bridge
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.