Paradis, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Paradis is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 709.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
709 Population 110/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $45,377 per capita
$188,500 Home Value $200,930 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $188,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Paradis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population709
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,377
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,725M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$188,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,930

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.4 in/yr
Elevation-5 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+86.6%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute37 min
Libraries7

Is Paradis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paradis receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Paradis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paradis is $188,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Paradis has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Paradis has a population of 709 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

709
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Paradis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paradis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paradis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Paradis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,377
Avg Weekly Wage$1,867
IRS Avg AGI$77,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,446
County GDP$12,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare80
Retail109
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Paradis is $188,500, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,500
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,930

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,647
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Paradis, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Paradis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death9,796/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access76.9%
Healthcare Facilities80

Crime Rates: Paradis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Paradis has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.4 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation-5 ft (-2 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates29.8665°N, 90.4400°W
County FIPS22089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants77
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Work from Home4.3%

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