Paradise, CA
California · Butte County · Chico Metro
Paradise is a small city in California with a population of 6,793. Residents earn $67,042 per year, which is 11% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
2.8
/5.0
C+
Fair
6,793
Population
12/sq mi density
$67,042
Median Income
$36,444 per capita
$391,100
Home Value
$334,483 Zillow
$1,270
Median Rent
23.0% income on rent
62°F
Avg Temperature
224
Violent Crime/100K
754 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$67,042 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$391,100 home value, $1,270/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
224 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$67,042
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$391,100
39% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
224/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,270
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
18.4%
48% higher than US avg
How Paradise Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,793
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans17.5%
Economy
BMedian Income$67,042
Per Capita$36,444
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty18.4%
County GDP$12,901M
Commute22 min
Housing
BHome Value$391,100
Rent$1,270
Ownership79.1%
Zillow$334,483
Housing Units3,336
Rent Burden23.0%
Crime
FViolent224/100K
Property754/100K
Health
Obesity30.3%
Uninsured1.2%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI46 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation1,769 ft (539 m)
Education
BBachelor's+30.9%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score4.47
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute22 min
Broadband95.8%
EV Stations2
Libraries7
Is Paradise a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Paradise receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Paradise has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Paradise is $67,042, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Paradise is $391,100, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Paradise is below the national average at 224 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 754 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.
Education
30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
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. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.
Paradise has a population of 6,793 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 18.3 square miles. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 7.8% Hispanic, 1.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.4% of residents, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 17.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
6,793
Total Population
2023 Census
12
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
18.3mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Paradise vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Paradise vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Paradise is $67,042, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,444. The average weekly wage is $1,106, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,029 business establishments, including 457 restaurants. The cost of living index is 110.7, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 14.6% of workers work from home.
Income: Paradise vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,042 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,444 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,106 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,950 |
| Gini Index | 0.483 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 9,029 |
| County GDP | $12,901M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 457 |
| Healthcare | 632 |
| Retail | 676 |
| Manufacturing | 166 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,175 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 110.70 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |
Walkability
The median home value in Paradise is $391,100, 39% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,483, lower than the Census estimate. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $419,500 with homes selling in an average of 53 days. Homes sell for 98.8% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,270 (9% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,647 for a one-bedroom to $2,053 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,336 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $5,175 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $391,100 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $334,483 |
| Redfin Median Sale | $419,500 |
| Median List Price | $444,250 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median Sale Price | $419,500 |
| Median List Price | $444,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $277 |
| Homes Sold | 26 |
| Days on Market | 53 days |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 20.7% |
| Inventory | 82 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,270 |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,621 |
| Rent Burden | 23.0% |
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
| Homeownership | 79.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.9% |
| Housing Units | 3,336 |
| Median Year Built | 1977 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,175 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
In Paradise, 30.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 18.2% report binge drinking. 21.2% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 1.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,707. The dentist ratio is 1:1,234. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Paradise vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.3% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.4% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Short Sleep | 37.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.8% |
| Uninsured | 1.2% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,707 |
| Dentists | 1:1,234 |
| Mental Health | 1:113 |
| Checkup Rate | 70.6% |
| Dental Visits | 58.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,316/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 632 |
Paradise has a violent crime rate of 224 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 754 per 100,000, 62% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 31 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 364 federally declared disasters. Overall, Paradise receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Paradise vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 224.3/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 754.4/100K |
| 62% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Traffic Accidents | 251 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Paradise enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46. 63% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,769 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,769 ft (539 m) |
| Area | 18.3 sq mi (47.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7542°N, 121.6064°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | Butte County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chico Regional (CIC) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 46.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 63.1% |
| Unhealthy Days | 2 |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0444 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 8.4 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.24 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.9 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 93.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 60.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively High |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Very High |
| Cold Wave | No Rating |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lassen Volcanic Center (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lassen Volcanic Center | Stratovolcano | 3,187 m (10,456 ft) | 1917 | 83 km |
| Clear Lake | Volcanic field | 1,439 m (4,721 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Shasta | Stratovolcano | 4,317 m (14,163 ft) | 1250 | 191 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 10.2 in | |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 10.1 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 8.3 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 11.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
Paradise has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 47°F in December to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Paradise is located in Butte County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 49.9% of the vote, a 3.1-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 632 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 3.1 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Traffic Accidents | 251 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.9% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 5.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.47 |
B
Education Grade (3.5/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.3 sq mi |
| County | Butte County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 95.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 108.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 17.2 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 632 |
| Restaurants | 457 |
| Retail Stores | 676 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 77.6% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 14.6% |
Average costs for common services in Paradise. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $277 ($166-$443) |
| Specialist Visit | $387 ($221-$609) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $221 ($111-$387) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,435 ($886-$5,535) |
| Dental Cleaning | $144 ($83-$221) |
| Dental Filling | $277 ($166-$443) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $50 ($28-$83) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $83 ($55-$133) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $332 ($166-$554) |
| Tire Rotation | $44 ($22-$83) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $664 ($443-$1,107) |
| Battery Replacement | $221 ($111-$387) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $111 ($66-$166) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $100 ($55-$155) |
| HVAC Repair | $443 ($166-$886) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,749 ($4,428-$13,284) |
| Roof Repair | $1,107 ($443-$2,214) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,963 ($6,089-$16,605) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,661 ($554-$3,875) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,605 ($5,535-$33,210) |
| DUI Defense | $5,535 ($2,214-$11,070) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,661 ($886-$3,321) |
| Will Preparation | $554 ($221-$1,107) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,768 ($1,107-$5,535) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $28 ($17-$50) |
| Women's Haircut | $61 ($33-$111) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $166 ($83-$277) |
| Manicure | $28 ($17-$50) |
| Pedicure | $44 ($28-$72) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $89 ($55-$144) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.54 ($3.32-$6.09) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.87 ($2.77-$5.54) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.21 ($2.77-$6.09) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.98 ($3.32-$7.20) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $6.09 ($4.43-$8.30) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.11 ($0.66-$1.99) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $155 ($89-$277) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $77 ($33-$166) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $77 ($44-$133) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $77 ($44-$111) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $72 ($33-$111) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $94 ($55-$166) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $221 ($83-$554) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,214 ($1,328-$3,875) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $77 ($33-$144) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $17 ($8.86-$28) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $111 ($33-$277) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $33 ($17-$83) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,328 ($664-$2,768) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,107 ($554-$2,214) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $443 ($221-$775) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $55 ($28-$111) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,107 ($443-$2,768) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,838 ($5,535-$33,210) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $66 ($33-$111) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $111 ($55-$221) |
| Dog Grooming | $66 ($33-$111) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $44 ($22-$83) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $332 ($166-$554) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $221 ($111-$443) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,533 |
| Toddler | $937 |
| Preschool | $775 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,260 |
| Toddler | $1,049 |
| Preschool | $974 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Butte County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 19,255 | 4,249 | $57,496 | 1.70 |
| Retail Trade | 9,123 | 630 | $41,784 | 1.16 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 7,266 | 424 | $26,647 | 1.01 |
| Construction | 3,918 | 600 | $77,408 | 0.94 |
| Manufacturing | 3,734 | 192 | $65,524 | 0.58 |
| Other Services | 3,571 | 420 | $41,113 | 1.50 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 2,774 | 342 | $56,868 | 4.34 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 2,661 | 278 | $44,029 | 0.57 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 2,079 | 426 | $78,180 | 0.38 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,017 | 160 | $78,319 | 0.65 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,257 | 215 | $95,385 | 0.39 |
| Real Estate | 1,208 | 273 | $49,824 | 0.99 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 966 | 78 | $24,692 | 0.73 |
| Information & Technology | 564 | 43 | $72,032 | 0.38 |
| Educational Services | 512 | 63 | $42,728 | 0.31 |
| Management of Companies | 396 | 15 | $100,535 | 0.30 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 43 | 6 | $71,849 | 0.14 |
| Unclassified | 4 | 8 | $113,674 | 0.04 |
Schools in Paradise
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Senior High | High | 476 | 28 | 17.0:1 |
| Paradise Ridge Elementary | Elementary | 381 | 17 | 22.4:1 |
| Children's Community Charter (Charter) | Elementary | 179 | 7 | 25.6:1 |
| Paradise Junior High | Middle | 164 | 9 | 18.2:1 |
| Paradise Charter Middle (Charter) | Middle | 143 | 7 | 20.4:1 |
| HomeTech Charter (Charter) | Other | 83 | 6 | 13.8:1 |
| Paradise eLearning Academy | Other | 68 | 4 | 17.0:1 |
| Paradise Unified Special Education | High | 6 | - | - |
| Paradise Elementary | Elementary | - | - | - |
| Ponderosa Elementary | Elementary | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Paradise
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaiian Rainbow | folklore, hawaiian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Oroville Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Paradise
17 campgrounds found near Paradise.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundew Campground (CA) | 4.5/5 | 21 | $30 |
| ALMANOR | 4.4/5 | 26 | $15, $100 |
| Gansner Bar Campground (CA) | 4.2/5 | 14 | $31 |
| Schoolhouse Campground (CA) | 4.1/5 | 55 | $24, $48 |
| HUTCHINS | 3.8/5 | 3 | $50 |
| North Fork Campground (Plumas) | 3.8/5 | 21 | $35, $45 |
| WHITEHORSE CAMPGROUND | 3.8/5 | 19 | $31 |
| Cottage Creek Campground (CA) | 3.7/5 | 9 | $48, $72 |
| Garden Point Boat-in Campground | 3.6/5 | 16 | $24, $48 |
| Hornswoggle Group Campground | 3.6/5 | 6 | $88, $155 |
| Dark Day Campground | 3.4/5 | 10 | $24, $72 |
| Madrone Cove Boat-in Campground | 2.5/5 | 10 | $24 |
| Mill Creek Campground (Plumas) | 2.4/5 | 10 | $30 |
| Grizzly Creek Campground (CA) | 1.2/5 | 11 | $29 |
| Queen Lily Campground (Plumas) | 1.0/5 | 12 | $31 |
| Rock Creek Campground (CA) | - | 6 | $15 |
| Silver Lake Campground (Plumas National Forest, CA) | - | 9 | $20 |
National Parks Near Paradise
6 national parks and monuments found near Paradise.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lassen Volcanic National Park | National Park | $30 |
| Plumas-Eureka State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Yuba River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sutter Buttes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Whiskeytown National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | $15 |
Trails Near Paradise
237+ trails found near Paradise.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PACIFIC CREST NATIONAL SCENIC | 55.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HUMBOLT | 16.0 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 14.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| TOBIN-ROCK CREEK POWERLINE | 12.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 11.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| HUMBUG | 10.3 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| BULLARDS | 9.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| SUNFLOWER FLAT | 8.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| LAKE ALMANOR RECREATION TRAIL | 7.3 | ASPHALT | Yes | Yes | - |
| LOWER YELLOW CREEK | 6.7 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| FANANI MEADOW | 6.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 6.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 5.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| COLBY MTN | 5.5 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| SCOTT'S JOHN | 5.5 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 5.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 5.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| SODA CREEK | 5.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| RIGHT HAND BRANCH MILL CREEK | 4.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| COLBY MTN | 4.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HARTMAN BAR | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BUCKS CREEK LOOP | 4.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | - |
| MILL CREEK | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| FEATHER FALLS UPPER | 4.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GRAHAMS PINERY/DEVILS DEN ISHI | 4.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| MILL CREEK | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND | 3.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| CHAMBERS CREEK | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BOULDER | 3.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CAREY GULCH | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEER CREEK ISHI | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ROCK ISLAND RIDGE WEST | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 3.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| JONESVILLE CANYON TRAIL | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HARTMAN BAR | 3.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LITTLE GRAPEVINE | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRASSY LAKE HIGH LAKES | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CADILLAC PARK | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| HANSON BAR | 2.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| LITTLE NORTH FORK | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SUNFLOWER FLAT | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| MILL CREEK | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| FRENCH | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOAK | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ROCK CREEK HIGH LAKES | 2.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LAKE ALMANOR RECREATION TRAIL | 2.5 | ASPHALT | Yes | Yes | - |
| BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WESTSIDE | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRASSY LAKE HIGH LAKES | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DOME | 2.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| RANCHERIA TRAIL ISHI | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| INDIAN SPRINGS | 2.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LASSEN TRAIL ISHI | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| TOOL BAG | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LITTLE NORTH FORK | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | - |
| LITTLE CALIFORNIA MINE | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOAT GUNWALE TIE ISHI | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 2.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ROCK ISLAND RIDGE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| WESTSIDE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOUNTAIN HOUSE | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| MURPHY OHV | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEER CREEK ISHI | 1.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| FIRE LINE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| REESE FLAT HIGH LAKES | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| BUTT POWERLINE | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CHECK 3 | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BIG SMOKEY | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| LITTLE NORTH FORK | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FRAZIER CREEK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CHERRY HILL | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BELDEN | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| YELLOW CREEK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GOLD LAKE | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| NORTH HASKINS | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BELDEN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| NORTH FORK FISHING TRAIL | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BRANCH CROSS | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEEP HOLE TIE ISHI | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BIG RAVINE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LASSEN TIE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PINE CREEK HIGH LAKES | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN RIDGE | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CARTER MEADOWS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| TOBIN RIDGE HIGH LAKES | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN SPRINGS | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| YELLOW RIDGE | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| KINGSLEY COVE ISHI | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| RED ROCK | 1.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DOGWOOD CONNECTOR | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SNAG LAKE | 1.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| TOBIN RIDGE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COON CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TRUCK RAVINE | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FLEA VALLEY | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RUSH CREEK HILL | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| POISON SPRING OHV | 1.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LASSEN TRAIL ISHI | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| LONG LAKE HIGH LAKES | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN RIDGE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TRAIL WEST | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BALL AND CHAIN | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| POISON SPRING OHV | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOSQUITO RIDGE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRANITE GAP | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FANANI SOLDIER | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COLD BROOK TIE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEAD COW FLAT | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PELIGREEN PLACE EAST | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PALMETTO | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ROCK CREEK HIGH LAKES | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PELIGREEN PLACE EAST | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BARBARA BOXER MEMORIAL | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MOAK | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| LOTTS MINE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HORSEBACK RIDGE | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SKY HIGH | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| COLBY MTN | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PELIGREEN JEEP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MAGEE RIDGE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOULDER RIDGE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOULDER SPUR C | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SADDLE LAKE | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| A AND D | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MORRIS LAKE HIGH LAKES | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TOBIN RIDGE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WEATHER STATION | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRIZZLY MINE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| RED FIR EAST | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOULDER SPUR E | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCHOOLHOUSE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| DEER RIDGE | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PCT: PLUMAS | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| TRIALS | 0.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CHICO GRC NATURE TRAIL | 0.6 | - | - | - | |
| BOULDER SPUR B | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BUTT MOUNTAIN | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DEAFY SMITH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THREE LAKES | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| EAGLE TIE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRIZZLY FOREBAY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| OHIO TIE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEAFY SMITH | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAGON WHEEL - I | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN RIDGE | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FLEA VALLEY | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOULDER SPUR D | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRIZZLY | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TRIALS NORTH | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| ALMANOR CROSS | 0.5 | ASPHALT | - | - | - |
| DEEP HOLE TIE ISHI | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MOSQUITO | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| POWERLINE | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| PAYNE SPRING CABIN | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BRANCH CROSS SPUR | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CEDAR CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SCOTCH | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| TABLE MOUNTAIN ISHI | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| RED FIR WEST | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| DEER CREEK ISHI | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| BUENA VISTA TRAIL ISHI | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| EDNA'S TRAIL | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| OXFORD | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| POISON SPRING OHV | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| OHIO POWERLINE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SPANISH PEAK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| JACKASS CREEK HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| OHIO | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FRENCHMAN HILL | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BIG BALD ROCK | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | - |
| GRIZZLY MINE SPUR | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| LITTLE GRIZZLY DISPERSED | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOAT GUNWALE TIE ISHI | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| WAGON WHEEL - I | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THREE LAKES | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| FEATHER FALLS UPPER | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PCT/THREE LAKES TIE | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| DEER CREEK DISPERSED | 0.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| INDIAN SPRINGS | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MUD LAKE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FRENCHMAN HILL SPUR | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| SPANISH TIE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GRIZ | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BOULDER SPUR A | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MUD LAKE | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| MOAK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| SOUTH ANTELOPE DISPERSED | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FRENCHMAN HILL | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| HUTCHINS CAMPGROUND | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| MILL CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| RANCHERIA TRAIL ISHI | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ROCK LAKE SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| NF FEATHER SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| CARR POISON | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| COLD SPRINGS | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| TRUCK RAVINE SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FISH CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FEATHER FALLS LOWER | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GOLD LAKE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| SPUR | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MUD LAKE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| MILL CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| RIGHT HAND BRANCH MILL CREEK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| LOST LAKE WARMING | 0.1 | SNOW | - | - | - |
| LONG LAKE HIGH LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| FRENCH | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| GOLD LAKE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| PCT/THREE LAKES TIE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| MUD LAKE | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| BEN LOMOND HIGH LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | - |
| THREE LAKES | 0.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Historical Trends - Paradise
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 26,047 | $40,837 |
| 2015 | 26,210 | $44,923 |
| 2017 | 26,469 | $48,831 |
| 2019 | 4,171 | $51,566 |
| 2021 | 5,268 | $51,396 |
| 2023 | 8,552 | $67,042 |
Museums in Paradise
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHICO MUSEUM ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 270 BOEING AVE | 5308921525 | $388,936 |
| FAR WEST HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308921525 | $388,936 | |
| PATRICK RANCH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 10381 MIDWAY | 5303424359 | $388,936 |
| CHICO CREEK NATURE CENTER | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 5308914671 | $237,842 | |
| GOLD NUGGET MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 502 PEARSON RD | 5308728722 | $126,246 |
| MUSEUM OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ART | ART MUSEUM | PO BOX 4654 | 5308914304 | $117,001 |
| CHICO AIR MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5303456468 | $78,518 | |
| BUTTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5305335316 | $58,634 | |
| 1078 GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5303431973 | $42,031 | |
| BIDWELL MANSION STATE HISTORIC PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5305382200 | $17,092 | |
| BUTTE COLLEGE ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5308952877 | ||
| CENTERVILLE-COLMAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308939667 | ||
| CHEROKEE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5305331849 | ||
| CHICO AIR SHOW | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHICO HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 371 EAST 5TH STREET | 5303457522 | |
| CHICO TOY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| EHMANN HOME | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5305335316 | ||
| GATEWAY SCIENCE MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 625 THE ESPLANADE | 5308984121 | |
| NATIONAL YO-YO MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308931414 | ||
| PARADISE ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 5308777402 | ||
| PARADISE DEPOT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5308771919 | ||
| STANSBURY HOME PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5308953848 | ||
| STIRLING CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SUTTER BUTTES SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| YANKEE HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 11666 CONCOW ROAD |
Libraries in Paradise
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY | 1820 MITCHELL AVENUE | 0.0 | 622,692 |
Farmers Markets in Paradise
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman Food & Fitness Festival | 1010 Cleveland Avenue | 01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013 | Fri: 2:00 PM-5:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Chico CFM In Paradise | 6400 Clark Rd. | ||||
| Chico Wednesday Farmers Market | North Valley Plaza, East Ave. & Pillsbury Rd. | ||||
| Downtown Chico Thursday Night Market | Broadway between 2nd & 5th Street | 04/05/2018 to 09/27/2018 | Thu: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Paradise Thur Market | Paradise Community Park - Paradise |
Hotels in Paradise
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Best Western Paradise Hotel
Restaurants in Paradise
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Debbie's Restaurant
Meehos
Cafes in Paradise
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dutch Bros. Coffee
Starbucks
Cinemas in Paradise
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Paradise Cinema 7
Theatres in Paradise
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Paradise Preforming Art Center
Clinics in Paradise
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Adventist Health
US #1336992250
Dentists in Paradise
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Hanosh and Hunter Dental Group
Veterinaries in Paradise
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Animal Hospital on the Ridge
US #480942286
Banks in Paradise
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Chase
Breweries in Paradise
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Beverage Co | Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Chico, Wholesale Trade-non-durable Goods, Beer and ale, Beer an | 71 Loren Ave | 5303431943 | |
| Eckert Malting & Brewing Co | Brewers | 2280 Ivy St | 5303422320 | Visit |
| Foothill Distributing Co | Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries | 2290 Ivy St | 5308928273 | |
| Glyn Pye Vending Co | brewery, Coffee & Tea Manufacturers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Wholesale Vending Machines | 945 W 2nd St | 5308947906, 5303428294 | Visit |
| Odyssey Winery & Vineyards | Vineyards, mfg, manufacturing, Food & Dining, Beverages, wholesale, food, Brewers, Wineries, Wine | 6237 Cohasset Rd | 5308919463 | |
| Sierra Nevada | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 306 Otterson Dr | ||
| Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. | Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Brewery, Liquor Stores | 1075 E 20th St | 5308933520, 5303452739 | Visit |
Nursing Homes in Paradise
3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PARADISE SKILLED NURSING 7419 SKYWAY |
For profit - Corporation | 44 | 37 | 2/5 | - | 4/5 | 5/5 | 5308777676 |
| PARADISE RIDGE POST-ACUTE 1633 CYPRESS LANE |
For profit - Corporation | 136 | 77 | 1/5 | - | 4/5 | 1/5 | 5308779316 |
| PINE VIEW CENTER 8777 SKYWAY |
For profit - Corporation | 99 | 84 | 1/5 | - | 3/5 | 3/5 | 5308723200 |
Pharmacies in Paradise
8 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| COBBLESTONE PHARMACY | 6585 CLARK ROAD | 530-877-3712 |
| CVS - 9930 | 6800 SKYWAY | 530-876-0184 |
| FEATHER RIVER HEALTH CENTER PHARMACY | 5125 SKYWAY | 530-876-2525 |
| FEATHER RIVER HOSPITAL | 5974 PENTZ ROAD | 530-877-9361 |
| PARADISE HEALTH MART PHARMACY | 6240 CLARK ROAD | 530-877-4981 |
| RITE AID - 6092 | 6646 CLARK ROAD | 530-872-2700 |
| SAFEWAY | 6020 CLARK ROAD | 530-877-7001 |
| WALGREENS - 3877 | 7576 SKYWAY | 530-876-8222 |
Cell Towers in Paradise
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Site 2003 Nelson Road | TOWER | 59 |
| 14147 LAKERIDGE COURT | TOWER | 47 |
Fire Stations in Paradise
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Fire Department | 767 Birch ST | Mostly career | 530-872-6265 |
Power Plants Near Paradise
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMERESCO BUTTE COUNTY | LANDFILL GAS | 221117 | -121.7 | OP |
Amtrak Stations in Paradise
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chico, CA | 450 Orange Street | TRAIN |
Airports Near Paradise
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Beale Air Force Base | BAB | Medium Airport |
| Red Bluff Municipal Airport | RBL | Medium Airport |
| Yuba County Airport | MYV | Medium Airport |
| Alta Sierra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Balsdon | - | Small Airport |
| Bowles Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brownsville Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Canal View Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carter Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cecil Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chico Regional Airport | CIC | Small Airport |
| Colusa County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corning Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Davis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Deer Creek Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Double Creek Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Double Tree Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dymesich Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying N Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Formanos Dusters Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gansner Field | GNF | Small Airport |
| Gunnersfield Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Haigh Field | - | Small Airport |
| Johnsen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jones Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jones/Ag-Viation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kracker Jack Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lake California Air Park | - | Small Airport |
| Limberlost Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Martins Dusters Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Michael Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Milhous Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Miller Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moller Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moronis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nevada County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Oroville Municipal Airport | OVE | Small Airport |
| Pacific Valley Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paradise Skypark Airport | PYS | Small Airport |
| Ponderosa Sky Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Porter Flying Services Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ramirez Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ranchaero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Richter Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Richvale Airport | - | Small Airport |
| River Highlands Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rogers Field | - | Small Airport |
| Sanborn Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seth's Freedom Field | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Paradise
12 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Butte County Jail | 7 Gillick Way | |
| Butte County Sheriff's Day Reporting Center | 51 County Center Drive | |
| Butte County Sheriff's Jail | 9 Gillick Way | |
| Butte County Sheriff's Morgue | 1 Gillick Way | |
| Butte County Sheriff's Office | 5 Gillick Way | |
| Butte County Sheriff's Office Magalia Substation | 14172 Skyway | |
| Butte County Sheriffs Office North County Services Center | 402 Otterson Drive | |
| California Highway Patrol | ||
| Campus Security Office | ||
| Chico Police Department | 1460 Humboldt Road | |
| College Police | ||
| Paradise Police Station | 5595 Black Olive Drive |
Grocery Stores in Paradise
10 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Arco Ampm 7036 | Convenience Store | 5987 Clark Rd |
| Dollar General 14865 | Other | 6574 Clark Rd |
| Dollar General 25011 | Other | 6625 Skyway |
| Dollar Tree 2140 | Other | 6626 Clark Rd |
| Maxx For Less | Convenience Store | 7575 Skyway |
| Paradise Grocery Outlet 488 | Super Store | 6800 Skyway |
| Pentz Road Market & Liquor Inc | Convenience Store | 6435 Pentz Rd |
| Save Mart 613 | Supermarket | 6636 Clark Rd |
| Skyway Mini Mart | Convenience Store | 5309 Skyway |
| Walgreens 3877 | Other | 7576 Skyway |
Post Offices in Paradise
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Paradise Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Paradise
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Enloe Medical Center/Cohasset - Inpatient Behavioral Health | Both | 530-332-5250 |
DOL Wage Violations in Paradise
4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $5,475 in back wages owed to 43 employees.
4
Violations
$5,475
Back Wages Owed
43
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youth for Change - Canyon View | - | - | 95967 | - | 1 | $1,713 | $114 | 15 |
| Youth for Change - Rose Lane | - | - | 95969 | - | 1 | $1,697 | $212 | 8 |
| Youth for Change - Elliott Road | - | - | 95969 | - | 1 | $1,539 | $128 | 12 |
| Youth for Change - Genele Lane | - | - | 95969 | - | 1 | $527 | $66 | 8 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paradise
32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ABIDING PRACTICE | 5691 FICKETT LN |
| ALLIANCE LEGACY FOUNDATION | 7054 SKYWAY |
| BAJA PARADISE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP | 1517 WAGSTAFF RD |
| CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH OF PARADISE | 6491 CLARK RD |
| CHURCH OF GOD CHAPEL | PO BOX 1542 |
| COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH OF PARADISE CALIFORNIA | PO BOX 990 |
| DREAM MACHINE FOUNDATION PROJECT FIJI | 5242 COUNTRY CLUB DR |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD | PO BOX 307 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PARADISE | 6500 CLARK RD |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 5738 PENTZ RD |
| FULL GOSPEL OF CHRIST MINISTRIES INC | 1876 DRENDEL CIR |
| GOING TO THEM | PO BOX 64 |
| HOLY SPIRIT HOUSE OF PRAYER | PO BOX 2073 |
| KINGDOM CATALYST | 5250 COUNTRY CLUB DR |
| LATINOS FOR JESUS AND FAMILY VALUES | 4700 ZEPHYR POINT RD |
| NEW THOUGHT COMMUNITY CHURCH OF PARADISE | 1828 ARROWHEAD DR |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH | 6404 PENTZ RD |
| PARADISE ADVENTIST ACADEMY | PO BOX 2169 |
| PARADISE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY | PO BOX 2319 |
| PARADISE COMMUNITY CHURCH | 7030 SUITE C SKYWAY |
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings Near Paradise
10 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Paradise.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise, CA | 2011 | Multiple aircraft |
| Paradise, CA | 2009 | 2 lights, 1st one NOT blinking being followed by 2nd one with blinking lights (probable military aircraft) |
| Paradise, CA | 2009 | Two bright lights following each other seen in the sky when no stars were present. ((NUFORC Note: Possible sighting of ISS. PD)) |
| Paradise, CA | 2007 | circle of light at low altitude, low speed shot out reddish flourescent tube of light |
| Paradise, CA | 2005 | a white "contrail" fixed in size, shape and consistency. |
| Paradise, CA | 2005 | In Paradise,California I observed 2 parallel lines of light at an angle between 3am and 4am in the west not moving or changing. |
| Paradise, CA | 2002 | There were three steady star blue lights in a triangular formation traveling from north to south before midnight |
| Paradise, CA | 2002 | I saw a pulsating light , marrow white in color traveling north to south around 2300 hours |
| Paradise (just east of; yankee hill), CA | 1999 | Humming sound outside--unlike any other I've heard around here. |
| Paradiseand/pentz (nne on hwy 70 near hwy 191 cutoff to), CA | 1999 | 1st sighted a bright white flashing lite about 6 times the size of the surrounding stars. A mile further observed a 2nd separate, indep |
Historic Markers Near Paradise
1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Paradise.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Old Paradise Depot | Marker is on Black Olive Drive north of Pearson Road, on the right when traveling north. |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Paradise
What is the population of Paradise?
Paradise has a population of 6,793 residents and is located in California. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 18.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 60.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.
Is Paradise expensive to live in?
Paradise is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 110.7 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $67,042, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $391,100 (39% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Paradise safe?
Paradise is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 224 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 754 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Paradise receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Paradise?
Paradise enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 46.
How is the job market in Paradise?
Paradise has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,106. There are 9,029 business establishments in the area, including 457 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 14.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Paradise?
The median home value in Paradise is $391,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,483. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $419,500, with homes typically selling within 53 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,270. Fair market rent is $1,647 for a 1-bedroom and $2,053 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,175.
How are the schools in Paradise?
Schools in Paradise have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 30.9% of adults in Paradise hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Paradise?
The obesity rate in Paradise is 30.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 21.2% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 1.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,707.
What is transportation like in Paradise?
The average commute in Paradise is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 14.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Paradise?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Paradise is 82.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 7.8% Hispanic or Latino, 1.9% Asian. 94.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.6% speak Spanish. 17.5% of the population are military veterans. 20.5% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.
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