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Paradise Park, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Paradise Park is a small town in California with a population of 647. Residents earn $73,640 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
647 Population 2,311/sq mi density
$73,640 Median Income $37,339 per capita
$437,800 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,640 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$437,800 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,640
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $437,800
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population647
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density2,311/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,640
Per Capita$37,339
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$21,092M
Commute28 min

Housing

B
Home Value$437,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units529
Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity23.6%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking8.4%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation97 ft (30 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 21% / D 75%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries16

Is Paradise Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paradise Park receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Paradise Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paradise Park is $73,640, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paradise Park is $437,800, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Paradise Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Paradise Park has a population of 647 with a density of 2,311 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

647
Total Population
2,311
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Paradise Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paradise Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paradise Park is $73,640, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Paradise Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,640
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,300
IRS Avg AGI$115,937

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,171
County GDP$21,092M

Business (County)

Restaurants734
Healthcare939
Retail822
Manufacturing281

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Paradise Park is $437,800, 55% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$437,800
55% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.6%

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-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units529
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,787
180% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Paradise Park, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.4% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 14.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.4%
40% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity14.1%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Primary Care1:977
Dentists1:1,106
Mental Health1:102
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits71.9%
Premature Death5,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access98.3%
Healthcare Facilities939
Paradise Park has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation97 ft (30 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,311/sq mi
Coordinates37.0063°N, 122.0424°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 54.4-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.9%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 54.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score4.69
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,311/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities939
Restaurants734
Retail Stores822

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.4%

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