Los Angeles County, California
Kitchen remodeling in South Pasadena, CA
South Pasadena has 10,817 homes, 44% of the occupied ones lived in by their owners. Half were built before 1953.
The homes of South Pasadena
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 five-year estimates for South Pasadena city.
More homes in South Pasadena were built in before 1940 than in any other decade, 33% of them, followed by the 1950s at 21%.
87% of homes here were built before 1980. In a home built before 1978, a remodel that disturbs painted cabinets, trim or walls has to be done by a firm certified for lead-safe work by EPA. Ask for the certificate when you book the measure.
Detached houses are 44% of homes in South Pasadena; the rest are townhomes, condos and apartments. In a condo or townhome the association may have to approve work on plumbing, walls or wiring, so ask for its rules before the measure.
Most homes in South Pasadena are rented. A kitchen remodel is booked by the owner of the home, landlords included.
ZIP codes
ZIP codes where South Pasadena is the largest place
| ZIP code | Homes | Owner-occupied | Median year built | Built before 1980 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91030 | 10,817 | 44% | 1953 | 87% |
What kitchen trades earn here
Electricians in the Los Angeles area earn a median $35.49 an hour and plumbers $34.19, against $30.38 and $30.67 across the country (Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025). That is what the workers are paid, not what a contractor charges for their time. All five kitchen trades: Los Angeles area.
Before you sign: California
California requires a license from the Contractors State License Board for work of $1,000 or more in labor and materials. Since January 1, 2025, smaller jobs also need a license when they need a permit or when the person hires anyone to help.
Contracts, licenses and lead-safe rules in California · Permits · What it costs
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