South Pasadena, CA population by race
The table below shows South Pasadena's population by race.
| Race | Population | % of Total Population |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,970 | 45.03% |
| Black or African American | 988 | 3.72% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 111 | 0.42% |
| Asian | 8,824 | 33.19% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 0 | - |
| Some other race | 1,465 | 5.51% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 3,225 | 12.13% |
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South Pasadena population by race
Of the 5 race categories (excluding ethnicity) identified by the Census Bureau, namely American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander and White; South Pasadena has a population in all of the race categories.
This confirms that South Pasadena's population has become increasingly diverse.
The percent distribution of South Pasadena population by race (across all racial categories recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau): 45.03% are white, 3.72% are Black or African American, 0.42% are American Indian and Alaska Native, 33.19% are Asian, 5.51% are some other race and 12.13% are multiracial.
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South Pasadena, CA population by race.
The largest racial group in South Pasadena is White with a population of 11,970 (45.03% of the total population).
South Pasadena 's racial breakdown clearly shows that there is no majority (i.e. more than 50% of the population belong to one particular race) of any race in the city.
As per the latest data estimates from American Community Survey's 5-year estimates:
1. The largest racial group in South Pasadena is White with a population of 11,970 (45.03% of the total population).
2. The multiracial population, i.e. population that identify themselves with two or more races , is 3,225 (12.13% of the total population).
Racial / Ethnic makeup of South Pasadena, CA
By ethnicity, 4,828 (18.16% of the total population) is Hispanic or Latino (of any race), and 21,755 (81.84% of the total population) is Non-Hispanic.
Of the Non-Hispanic population in South Pasadena, the largest racial group is White alone with a population of 10,424 (47.92% of the total Non-Hispanic population).
FIGURE 2
South Pasadena, CA Non-Hispanic population by race
All percentages shown below are, % of South Pasadena's Non-Hispanic population.
South Pasadena Non-Hispanic population by race
The distribution of the Non-Hispanic population across various race categories
| Race | Population | % of Total Non-Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| White alone | 10,424 | 47.92% |
| Black or African American alone | 920 | 4.23% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone | 34 | 0.16% |
| Asian alone | 8,793 | 40.42% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone | 0 | 0.00% |
| Some other race alone | 148 | 0.68% |
| Two or more races (multiracial) | 1,436 | 6.60% |
Among the Hispanic population in South Pasadena, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 3,613 (74.83% of the total Hispanic population).
FIGURE 3
South Pasadena, CA Hispanic or Latino population
All percentages shown below are, % of South Pasadena's Hispanic population.
South Pasadena Hispanic or Latino population
The distribution of the Hispanic or Latino population by their ancestries
| Origin | Population | % of Total Hispanic Population |
|---|---|---|
| Mexican | 3,613 | 74.83% |
| Puerto Rican | 96 | 1.99% |
| Cuban | 83 | 1.72% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino | 1,036 | 21.46% |
Things to know
What percentage of South Pasadena, CA is Hispanic?
As per the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates, 18.16% of South Pasadena population is Hispanic.
Among the Hispanic population in South Pasadena, regardless of the race, the largest group is of Mexican origin, with a population of 3,613 (74.83% of the total Hispanic population).
How many Black people does South Pasadena, CA have?
South Pasadena, CA has 988 Black or African American population as per the estimates from the latest American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Overall 3.72% of the total population (excluding multiracial) in South Pasadena is Black.
What is the largest minority group in South Pasadena, CA?
With 81.84% of the total population, Non-Hispanics are the largest ethnic minority in South Pasadena.
That being said, with a 33.19% of the total population, Asians are the largest racial minority in South Pasadena.
What is the majority race in South Pasadena, CA?
With a population of 11,970 (45.03% of the total population), Whites are the largest racial majority in South Pasadena.
Asians are second largest race in South Pasadena, with 33.19% of the total population.
References
- U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates
