Median Income
$50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$394
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.6%
55% lower than US avg
How Paisley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population271
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density645/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$21,243
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$481M
Commute21 min
Housing
A
Home Value$212,500
Rent$394
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation4,371 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.14
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Libraries4
Is Paisley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Paisley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Paisley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Paisley is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Paisley is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $394 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Paisley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Paisley has a population of 271 with a density of 645 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).
Population
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Paisley is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,243 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,005 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 357 |
| County GDP | $481M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 14 |
| Retail | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,092 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.6% |
The median home value in Paisley is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $394 (66% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $212,500 |
| 25% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $394 |
| 66% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,051 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,143 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,425 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,963 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,318 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,092 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
In Paisley, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Paisley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 13.2% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 30.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,124/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14 |
Crime Rates: Paisley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
Safety Score
Paisley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,371 ft (1,332 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 645/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6925°N, 120.5453°W |
| County FIPS | 41037 |