Pasadena is located in Los Angeles County, California. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 133,936. Pasadena is the main population and cultural center of the San Gabriel Valley. It is the 8th largest city in Los Angeles County. Pasadena is unusual in that even though it is only 12 miles from central Los Angeles, it remains a self-sufficient metropolis. It is a highly advantageous area for nursing students, as LA's resources are easily in reach, but it offers a sufficient city outside of that area for students looking for a more medium-sized city. Educational and practice opportunities for nurses could hardly be better. Click here to read more about nursing schools, fields in nursing, and living in Pasadena.