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Paradise, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Paradise is a small town in California with a population of 211. Residents earn $106,250 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
211 Population 12/sq mi density
$106,250 Median Income $73,416 per capita
$680,600 Home Value $328,211 Zillow
$1,270 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
198 Violent Crime/100K 1,962 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$106,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$680,600 home value, $1,270/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
198 violent crimes/100K (48% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,250
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $680,600
141% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 198/100K
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.0%
60% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,270
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age64.8 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,250
Per Capita$73,416
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute25 min

Housing

B
Home Value$680,600
Rent$1,270
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,211
Housing Units3,336
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

F
Violent198/100K
Property1,962/100K
Murder3.8/100K
Assault152/100K
Burglary977/100K

Health

Obesity30.3%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,769 ft (539 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.0%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries7

Is Paradise a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paradise receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Paradise offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paradise is $106,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Paradise among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paradise is $680,600, making it a premium housing market at 141% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Paradise is below the national average at 198 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,962 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Paradise is a highly educated community — 54.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Paradise enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Paradise has a population of 211 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 64.8 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

211
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
64.8yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
18.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Paradise vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paradise vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paradise is $106,250, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Paradise vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,250
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$73,416
Avg Weekly Wage$1,106
IRS Avg AGI$73,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,029
County GDP$12,901M

Business (County)

Restaurants457
Healthcare632
Retail676
Manufacturing166

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Paradise is $680,600, 141% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,270 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,211.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$680,600
141% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,211
Median List Price$444,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$444,250
$/Sq Ft$277
Homes Sold26
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops20.7%
Inventory82

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,270
9% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,621
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units3,336
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,175
48% above US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In Paradise, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,707
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:113
Checkup Rate70.6%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities632
Paradise has a violent crime rate of 198 per 100,000 residents, 48% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,962 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 3.8 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent197.7/100K
48% below US avg
Murder3.8/100K
40% below US avg
Rape15.2/100K
Robbery26.6/100K
Assault152.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,961.5/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary977.0/100K
Theft760.3/100K
Vehicle Theft224.3/100K
Arson7.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disasters364

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Paradise has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,769 ft (539 m)
Area18.3 sq mi (47.4 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates39.7542°N, 121.6064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 54.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.0%
60% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score4.69
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area18.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities632
Restaurants457
Retail Stores676

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
FEMA Disaster Declarations364
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home11.2%

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