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South Pasadena offers a rare blend of small-town charm, strong schools, cultural richness and outdoor access, all within a tight-knit, engaged community located just minutes from LA. It’s especially appealing for families, professionals seeking a safe and vibrant neighborhood, and people who love local arts, dining, and nature. South Pasadena is known for its Seasonal art walks, live music pop-ups, outdoor movie nights often at Garfield Park and wonderful year round Farmers market held on Thursday evenings. It is a hub for organic produce, food trucks, music and socializing.

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Overview for South Pasadena, CA

26,297 people live in South Pasadena, where the median age is 40.3 and the average individual income is $76,583. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,297

Total Population

40.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$76,583

Average individual Income

Around South Pasadena, CA

There's plenty to do around South Pasadena, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

63

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

50

Bikeable

Bike Score

60

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including G & M Oil Company Station 151, Domino's Pizza, and Crystalized Beauty.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the G & M Oil Company Station 151 page on Yelp Search 1400 Mission St on Google Maps	Dining	0.47 miles	9 reviews	2.4/5 stars
Visit the Domino's Pizza page on Yelp Search 1017 Fair Oaks Ave on Google Maps	Dining · $	0.48 miles	47 reviews	2.6/5 stars
Visit the Crystalized Beauty page on Yelp Search 709 Fremont Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.52 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the OHM AHN page on Yelp Search 2014 Stratford Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.96 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Im Sophia Yi page on Yelp Search 1128 Mission St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.45 miles	26 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salon du Mei page on Yelp Search 1130 Fair Oaks Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.45 miles	97 reviews	3.5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for South Pasadena, CA

Population Households Employment

South Pasadena has 10,413 households, with an average household size of 2.51. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in South Pasadena do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 26,297 people call South Pasadena home. The population density is 7,663 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,297

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.3 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

Men vs Women

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25-64 Years

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75+ Years

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10,413

Total Households

2.51

Average Household Size

$76,583

Average individual Income

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Schools in South Pasadena, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby South Pasadena. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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A tree-lined residential street with leafy shade trees and a house at the end.

Tomatoes, peaches, apricots, and avocados arranged in white baskets at a market.

Hillside homes overlook a sprawling city and distant mountains beneath a blue sky.

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Overview for South Pasadena, CA

26,297

40.3 years

High

$76,583

Around South Pasadena, CA

63

Somewhat Walkable

50

Bikeable

60

Good Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for South Pasadena, CA

26,297

High

40.3 years

50 / 50%

10,413

2.51

$76,583

Schools in South Pasadena, CA

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