Median Income
$75,750
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$121,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$634
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.3%
1% lower than US avg
How La Paz Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population498
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,277/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.3%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,750
Per Capita$30,935
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$2,376M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$121,900
Rent$634
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.4%
Health
Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation861 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+86.4%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries5
Is La Paz a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, La Paz receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. La Paz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in La Paz is $75,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in La Paz is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $634 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
La Paz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 54.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
La Paz has a population of 498 with a density of 1,277 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.1% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.9% |
| 34% below US avg |
The median household income in La Paz is $75,750, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,750 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,935 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,578 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,155 |
| County GDP | $2,376M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 92 |
| Healthcare | 96 |
| Retail | 163 |
| Manufacturing | 138 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,139 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
The median home value in La Paz is $121,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $634 (45% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $121,900 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $634 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,139 |
| 18% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.40% |
In La Paz, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: La Paz vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.0% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 8.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,237/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
Crime Rates: La Paz vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
La Paz has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 54.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 861 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4562°N, 86.3081°W |
| County FIPS | 18099 |