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Introduction to South Pasadena, California
South Pasadena, California, in Los Angeles county, is 2 miles NW of Alhambra, California and 6 miles NE of Los Angeles, California. The city is considered part of the Los Angeles - Long Beach metropolitan area. South Pasadena has a population of 24,292.
South Pasadena History
The landowners of present day South Pasadena and Pasadena voted and renamed their association to Pasadena in 1875. In order to gain more control, the inhabitants of South Pasadena voted for incorporation in February of 1888. The city of South Pasadena was incorporated on March 2, 1888 and William Collier became the first mayor.
South Pasadenaand nearby Attractions
Things To Do In South Pasadena
There are a number of historical sites and museums in the city of South Pasadena. The city also includes parks, playgrounds and theaters where you can spend your leisure time. In addition, the Parks and Recreation Department of South Pasadena organizes cooking classes and various other interesting events.
South Pasadena Transportation
Air transportation is available from Orange County International Airport.
South Pasadena Higher Education
The nearest university is California State University - Los Angeles.
South Pasadena strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in California):
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| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 3% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing South Pasadena to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in California (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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