Pasadena, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pasadena, California is 136,462 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 44th-largest city in California. The median household income is $103,778, the median home value is $1,045,000, and the median age is 40.1.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (137,111 → 137,195).
136,462
Population
5943
People / sq mi
$103,778
Median Income
$1,045,000
Median Home Value
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Pasadena covers 23.0 sq mi of land at 5943 people per square mile.
About Pasadena, CA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Pasadena: the median home is valued at $1,045,000. Pasadena is a city in California with a population of 136,462. It ranks #44 among cities in California by population.
The typical household earns $103,778 a year, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.9%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $1,045,000, with typical rent around $2,218.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 56.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 23.6% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Pasadena — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Pasadena city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pasadena city had a population of 137,111 in 2010 and 137,195 in 2024, a 0.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 141,757 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.01%.
137,195
Population (2024)
137,111
Population (2010)
141,757
Peak (2017)
0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 137,111 |
| 2011 | 137,652 |
| 2012 | 138,097 |
| 2013 | 139,292 |
| 2014 | 139,529 |
| 2015 | 141,025 |
| 2016 | 141,601 |
| 2017 | 141,757 |
| 2018 | 140,906 |
| 2019 | 141,029 |
| 2020 | 139,373 |
| 2021 | 137,039 |
| 2022 | 135,654 |
| 2023 | 135,699 |
| 2024 | 137,195 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.4% |
| Black or African American | 7.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$103,778
Median Household Income
$63,513
Per Capita Income
7.9%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$1,045,000
Median Home Value
$2,218
Median Rent
42.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.1%
High School+
56.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.1%
Drive Alone
58.7%
Public Transit
23.6%
Work From Home
27.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.9%
Foreign Born
57.4%
Non-English at Home
3.1%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
93.7%
Health Insurance
96.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.9% |
| Information | 6.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.0% |
| Manufacturing | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.6% |
| Construction | 3.8% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pasadena, California has a population of 136,462 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 44th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Pasadena, California is $103,778, with 7.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pasadena, California is $1,045,000, with median monthly rent at $2,218 and a homeownership rate of 42.1%.
The median age in Pasadena, California is 40.1 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 0.1% since 2010 (137,111 → 137,195).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.