Arizona · Metropolitan Area
Paradise Valley is a small city in Arizona with a population of 12,621. Residents earn $236,250 per year, which is 214% above the national average.
Based on current data, Paradise Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Paradise Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Paradise Valley is $236,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 214% above $75,149. This places Paradise Valley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Paradise Valley is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Paradise Valley is a highly educated community — 72.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.
Paradise Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 93°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 86.8% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 13.2% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $236,250 |
| 214% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $149,318 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,420 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,318 |
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 142,693 |
| County GDP | $419,250M |
| Restaurants | 9,181 |
| Healthcare | 14,863 |
| Retail | 11,005 |
| Manufacturing | 3,016 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.21% |
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 25.8% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $3,451,504 |
| Median List Price | $5,495,000 |
| Median List Price | $5,495,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $923 |
| Homes Sold | 28 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.6% |
| Price Drops | 30.9% |
| Inventory | 233 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,501 |
| 201% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,891 |
| Studio | $1,053 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,151 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,889 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,158 |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.21% |
| Obesity | 24.7% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.7% |
| Heart Disease | 3.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.5% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 3.5% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 12.0% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 12.9% |
| Physical Distress | 8.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,525/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14,863 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 630 |
| FEMA Disasters | 364 |
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 93°F (34°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 8.7 inches |
| 77% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,826 ft (557 m) |
| Area | 15.4 sq mi (39.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 821/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5522°N, 111.9613°W |
| County FIPS | 04013 |
Winner: Republican by 3.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 72.9% |
| 116% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.62 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 821/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 65 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 14,863 |
| Restaurants | 9,181 |
| Retail Stores | 11,005 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 630 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 364 |
| Avg Commute | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 25.8% |