Explore Pasadena, Texas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Pasadena, Texas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Texas or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Pasadena.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Pasadena |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Harris County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 29.654996 |
| Longitude | -95.151055 |
| Population | 151,950 |
| Density | 1343.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 77506, 77501, 77502, 77503, 77504 |
| Area Code | 281 |
| County Seat | Houston |
| School District | Pasadena Independent School District |
Pasadena exists as a quiet expanse of flat, low-lying coastal plain where the horizon stretches wide and unencumbered toward the southern sky. It lies 2.5 miles northeast of South Houston, TX (from South Houston, TX: bearing 39°T), and is situated 9.9 miles north-northeast of Pearland. Vince Bayou cuts a deliberate path through the landscape, acting as a rhythmic pulse that draws the eye toward the distant, shimmering influence of the Turkey Bend Cutoff just eight miles away. The air here carries a heavy, humid weight, often softening the edges of the industrial skyline at dusk when the light turns a bruised shade of violet. Residents find a familiar stillness in the greenery of Highlands Park, while the nearby Pine Gully offers a subtle depression in the topography that breaks the monotony of the prairie. Beyond the immediate reach of the streets, the Rucker Elementary SPARK Park Trail winds through the terrain, inviting a slow pace that contrasts with the constant, distant hum of a region defined by its proximity to the water.
Pasadena holds a history forged in the ambition of early settlers who looked at the fertile, sun-drenched soil and envisioned a place of growth and industry. The land was once defined by its agricultural potential, particularly the cultivation of strawberries, which painted the fields in vibrant hues and drew families seeking a future in the deep soil. Over time, the identity of Pasadena shifted, evolving from those quiet, agrarian roots into a powerhouse of commerce and production that mirrored the broader expansion of the Gulf region. This transformation did not erase the past but rather layered it beneath the infrastructure of modern progress, keeping the memory of the early pioneers alive in the names of streets and the enduring spirit of the neighborhood identity. The legacy of those who first broke the ground remains a silent, foundational presence, informing the way the community approaches its own ongoing development.
Pasadena anchors its modern vitality in a robust economic framework, serving as a critical hub for the energy and petrochemical sectors that drive the regional economy. Massive industrial complexes dominate the skyline, their intricate networks of steel and pipe standing as monuments to the labor and technical precision required to sustain such a vast operation. Educational opportunities are provided through local campuses like San Jacinto College, which serves as a vital bridge for students transitioning into the workforce or seeking advanced technical training. Infrastructure throughout Pasadena is designed for utility and movement, with wide thoroughfares and arterial roads connecting the residential districts to the busy shipping channels and industrial zones. This relentless focus on industry creates a distinct, hardworking atmosphere, where the daily rhythm is dictated by the shifts and the complex logistics of global trade.
Pasadena fosters a culture deeply rooted in the communal experience, where high school athletics often serve as the focal point for weekend gatherings and local pride. The annual Strawberry Festival remains a centerpiece of the social calendar, a lingering nod to the heritage of the land that brings residents together under the warm sun. Landmarks such as the nearby Fidelity Island offer a stark, natural contrast to the man-made environment, providing a space for reflection away from the bustle of the city. While the Lynchburg Reservoir sits ten miles away as a quiet place for those seeking the stillness of water, the life of the people is firmly tied to the energy of the coast and the resilience of the local character. Famous figures, including the influential country singer Mickey Gilley, once helped define the sound and social atmosphere of the area, leaving behind a cultural footprint that still resonates in the music and gatherings that define the spirit of Pasadena today.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pasadena, Texas. Coordinates: 29.654996, -95.151055. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Pasadena includes the ZIP code (77506, 77501, 77502), telephone area code (281), county seat of Harris County (Houston), and school district assignment (Pasadena Independent School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |