How many renters in South Pasadena, CA pay more than 30% of their income on rent?
46.3% (±6.7 points) of renting households in South Pasadena, CA spend 30% or more of their household income on gross rent (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
34.7% spend 35% or more.
The median renting household spends 28.1% of its income on rent.
Figures last updated on .
- Paying 30% or more
- 46.3% (±6.7 points)
- Paying 35% or more
- 34.7% (±5.6 points)
- Median share of income
- 28.1% (±3.1 points)
Rent as a share of income in South Pasadena
| Share of income spent on rent | South Pasadena | Los Angeles County | California | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 15% | 11.5% (±3.5 points) | 9.5% | 10.4% | 12.6% |
| 15% to 19.9% | 13.3% (±3.8 points) | 10.6% | 11.1% | 12.2% |
| 20% to 24.9% | 19.0% (±6.1 points) | 11.4% | 12.0% | 12.6% |
| 25% to 29.9% | 9.8% (±3.2 points) | 10.8% | 11.2% | 11.5% |
| 30% to 34.9% | 11.6% (±3.6 points) | 9.3% | 9.3% | 9.2% |
| 35% or more | 34.7% (±5.6 points) | 48.3% | 46.0% | 41.9% |
Households whose income could not be measured against their rent (for example, those reporting no income) are left out of these shares, as the Census Bureau leaves them out.
South Pasadena against Los Angeles County, its state and the nation
| South Pasadena | Los Angeles County | California | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paying 30% or more | 46.3% (±6.7 points) | 57.6% (±0.4 points) | 55.3% (±0.2 points) | 51.1% |
| Paying 35% or more | 34.7% (±5.6 points) | 48.3% (±0.3 points) | 46.0% (±0.2 points) | 41.9% |
| Median share of income | 28.1% (±3.1 points) | 34.1% (±0.2 points) | 32.8% (±0.2 points) | 30.6% |
| Median renter household income | $102,701 (±$10,994) | $66,677 (±$463) | $71,186 (±$298) | $52,966 |
| Median gross rent | $2,284 (±$52) | $1,954 (±$6) | $2,036 (±$5) | $1,413 |
In South Pasadena, the share of renters paying 30% or more of income is lower than in Los Angeles County (57.6%).
It is also lower than in California (55.3%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (51.1%).
In Los Angeles County, South Pasadena ranks 113 of 139 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest share of renters paying 30% or more of income.
Statewide, it ranks 815 of 1,067.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Renters paying 30% or more of income in places near South Pasadena
| Place | Distance | Renters paying 30% or more of income | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Pasadena | — | 46.3% (±6.7 points) | — |
| Alhambra | 2.1 mi | 52.5% (±3.4 points) | Not measurably different |
| San Marino | 2.7 mi | 45.9% (±17.3 points) | Not measurably different |
| San Gabriel | 3.5 mi | 50.7% (±5.5 points) | Not measurably different |
| Pasadena | 3.7 mi | 52.8% (±2.9 points) | Not measurably different |
| San Pasqual | 3.7 mi | 54.9% (±16.9 points) | Not measurably different |
| Monterey Park | 4.4 mi | 61.0% (±5.4 points) | Higher |
| East San Gabriel | 4.4 mi | 51.6% (±8.6 points) | Not measurably different |
| East Pasadena | 4.9 mi | 65.1% (±18.0 points) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Monterey Park, CA (61.0%).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Renters paying 30% or more of income across Los Angeles County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Renters paying 30% or more of income |
|---|---|---|
| 107 (tie) | La Cañada Flintridge | 48.6% (±14.9 points) |
| 107 (tie) | Del Aire | 48.6% (±14.8 points) |
| 109 | Artesia | 48.1% (±10.7 points) |
| 110 | Rancho Palos Verdes | 47.8% (±8.4 points) |
| 111 | South San Jose Hills | 47.4% (±13.7 points) |
| 112 | Redondo Beach | 46.8% (±4.3 points) |
| 113 | South Pasadena | 46.3% (±6.7 points) |
| 114 | Rolling Hills Estates | 46.1% (±20.3 points) |
| 115 | San Marino | 45.9% (±17.3 points) |
| 116 (tie) | Sierra Madre | 45.5% (±15.7 points) |
| 116 (tie) | Valinda | 45.5% (±13.1 points) |
| 118 | Marina del Rey | 45.3% (±11.8 points) |
| 119 | Hermosa Beach | 44.8% (±8.0 points) |
Showing 13 of 139 places in Los Angeles County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about South Pasadena
Are renters in South Pasadena rent-burdened?
46.3% of renting households in South Pasadena pay 30% or more of their income in gross rent, the share housing researchers usually call rent-burdened (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
What share of income do renters in South Pasadena spend on rent?
The median renting household in South Pasadena, CA spends 28.1% (±3.1 points) of its household income on gross rent.
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — South Pasadena city, California
- Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income (B25071), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — South Pasadena city, California
- Median Household Income by Tenure (B25119), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — South Pasadena city, California
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) and detailed tables (acs/acs5) for South Pasadena city, California (place:73220, in state:06).
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DP04_0136E, DP04_0136M, DP04_0137PE, DP04_0137PM, DP04_0138PE, DP04_0138PM, DP04_0139PE, DP04_0139PM, DP04_0140PE, DP04_0140PM, DP04_0141PE, DP04_0141PM, DP04_0142PE, DP04_0142PM, B25071_001E, B25071_001M, B25119_003E, B25119_003M
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