Pasadena, Texas
Pasadena: The second most populous city in Harris County, Texas. It is located in the northeastern part of the county. Pasadena is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Houston and the Miller Outdoor Theatre.
About
Pasadena is a city located in the county of Harris in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 149,043. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 149,440 inhabitants.
The city was created 138 years ago in 1885.
Pasadena is a city located in Harris County in southeast Texas, east of Houston. With a population of over 150,000, it is the second largest city in the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area.
History
The area was first inhabited by the Akokisa Native American tribe before Spanish settlers arrived in the 16th century. Pasadena has its origins as a settlement named "Old Town" founded around 1884. It adopted the name Pasadena in 1895 after the city in California.
Pasadena incorporated as a city in 1928 as an agricultural and oil town. Rapid growth took off by the 1970s as Houston expanded eastward.
Economy
Pasadena's key industries today include petroleum, petrochemical, shipping, and healthcare. Major employers are the Pasadena Refining System, Bayshore Medical Center, and UniFirst Corporation.
New development like the construction of Town Square Plaza provide shopping, dining, and recreation. Pasadena's location on the Houston Ship Channel also makes it an important port city.
Attractions
Popular sites in Pasadena include:
- The Pasadena Convention Center and NRG Arena entertainment venue
- Armstrong Park and Venice Street Park for recreation
- Pasadena Strawberry Festival celebrating community heritage
- San Jacinto College - Central Campus
Overall, Pasadena provides economic opportunity and suburban living within Greater Houston's expanding metro region.
Quick Facts about Pasadena
| Population : | 149,440 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Harris County |
| Postal code : | 91101, 91191 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 626 |
| Official name : | Pasadena |
| Water as percent of area : | 0.68% |
| Land as percent of area : | 99.32% |
| Altitude : | 863 feet / 263 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1886 (138 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Pacific Time Zone |
| Local time : | 05:33:23 (21st December 2024) |
| Population growth : | 0.27% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Pasadena is located at 29°41'28"N 95°12'33"W (29.6910600, -95.2091000). It has 2 neighbors: Los Angeles and Sierra Madre.
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Official website of Pasadena
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Pasadena has 2 neighbours.
- Los Angeles The second most populous city in the United States and the center of the Los Angeles metropolitan area. It is located on the coast of Southern California, at the head of the Santa Monica Bay. Los Angeles is a major center for the entertainment industry and is home to many Hollywood studios.
- Sierra Madre city in California
Demographics
The population of Pasadena increased by 0.27% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 149,043 | - | census |
| 2011 | 151,156 | 1.4% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 152,662 | 0.99% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 153,532 | 0.57% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 154,447 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 154,530 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 154,525 | -0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 153,858 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 152,733 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 151,227 | -1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 149,440 | -1.2% | estimation process |
People born in Pasadena (200)
People born in Pasadena, including computer pioneer Charles P. Thacker, economist Thomas J. Sargent, American-Canadian swimmer, Olympic gold medalist, world champion, world record-holder Missy Franklin, .
List
- Brandon Soo Hoo (Chinese-American SAG-Aftra Actor) he was born in 02/11/1995
- Sally Field (American actress) she was born in 06/11/1946
- Sophia Bush (American actress) she was born in 08/07/1982
- Julia Child (American chef) she was born in 15/08/1912
- Christian Serratos (American actress) she was born in 21/09/1990
- Kathleen Quinlan (American actress) she was born in 19/11/1954
- Octavia E. Butler (American science fiction writer (1947-2006)) she was born in 22/06/1947
- Christy Canyon (American movie actress) she was born in 17/06/1966
- Chris Kinard (badminton player) he was born in 08/11/1950
- Summer Bishil (actress) she was born in 17/07/1988
- Kirsten Vangsness (American actress) she was born in 07/07/1972
- Richard Bellis (American composer) he was born in 03/04/1946
- Jennifer Lyons (American actress) she was born in 06/08/1977
- Ruben Douglas (Panamanian-American professional basketball player, born 1979) he was born in 30/10/1979
- Bill Richardson (politician and governor from the United States) he was born in 15/11/1947
- Cody Cameron (American director and storyboard artist) he was born in 12/10/1970
- James Deen (American movie actor, director, producer and blogger) he was born in 07/02/1986
- Aden Meinel (American astronomer) he was born in 25/11/1922
Schools in Pasadena
College & universities near Pasadena, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 440776 | Interactive College of Technology | Pasadena (TX) | 77502 |
| 228866 | Texas Chiropractic College Foundation Inc | Pasadena (TX) | 77505-1699 |
| 227748 | Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Houston | Houston (TX) | 77061 |
| 383792 | Houston Training School-Gulfgate | Houston (TX) | 77087 |
| 380067 | Houston Training School-Main Campus | Houston (TX) | 77026 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Pasadena, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| GLS | Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas | 25th St. and Strand St. | BUS |
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
| BMT | Beaumont | 2555 W. Cedar Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Pasadena
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| John Foster Post Office | Pasadena (TX) | 77502 |
| Pasadena Post Office | Pasadena (TX) | 77501 |
| South Houston Post Office | South Houston (TX) | 77587 |
| Park Pla Post Office | Houston (TX) | 77017 |
| Galena Park Post Office | Galena Park (TX) | 77547 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Pasadena , California The second most populous city in Los Angeles County, California. It is located in the San Gabriel Valley region of California. Pasadena is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the California Institute of Technology and the Norton Simon Museum. with a population of 141,045 people.
Other cities in Harris County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Harris County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Baytown | 77,288 | The most populous city in Harris County, Texas. |
| Atascocita | 65,844 | Census designated place |
| Spring | 54,298 | Census-designated place in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Channelview | 38,289 | Census designated place |
| La Porte | 35,775 | City in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Deer Park | 32,913 | City in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Katy | 23,889 | City in Texas, United States; within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area |
| Cloverleaf | 22,942 | Census designated place |
| Bellaire | 18,906 | Village in Belmont County, Ohio, United States |
| Brownwood | 18,208 | City in Texas, United States of America |
| South Houston | 17,446 | City in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Aldine | 15,869 | Census designated place |
| Humble | 15,539 | City in Texas |
| West University Place | 15,496 | City in Harris County, Texas, U. |
| Seabrook | 13,879 | City in Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Pasadena distances to largest Texas cities
