Looking for a fresh start in a new Pasadena neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pasadena for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 22,935
-14%
Cost of Living Index 169 vs 197
14% lower than Pasadena
Population 34,245
-11%
Cost of Living Index 175 vs 197
11% lower than Pasadena
Population 7,262
-6%
Cost of Living Index 186 vs 197
6% lower than Pasadena
Population 8,346
-3%
Cost of Living Index 191 vs 197
3% lower than Pasadena
Population 24,703
-2%
Cost of Living Index 193 vs 197
2% lower than Pasadena
Population 6,217
4%
Cost of Living Index 204 vs 197
4% higher than Pasadena
Population 20,995
4%
Cost of Living Index 205 vs 197
4% higher than Pasadena
Population 9,628
8%
Cost of Living Index 213 vs 197
8% higher than Pasadena
Population 7,748
18%
Cost of Living Index 232 vs 197
18% higher than Pasadena
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