Median Income
$70,057
7% lower than US avg
Home Value
$279,200
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.6%
6% lower than US avg
How Paragonah Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population678
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density983/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,057
Per Capita$34,112
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$3,193M
Commute24 min
Housing
A
Home Value$279,200
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp37°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation5,903 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+90.9%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Libraries4
Is Paragonah a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Paragonah receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Paragonah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Paragonah is $70,057, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Paragonah is $279,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Paragonah has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Paragonah has a population of 678 with a density of 983 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 5.5% Hispanic.
Population
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Paragonah vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Paragonah vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Paragonah is $70,057, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Paragonah vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,057 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,112 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,833 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,224 |
| County GDP | $3,193M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 147 |
| Healthcare | 212 |
| Retail | 213 |
| Manufacturing | 93 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,823 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Paragonah is $279,200, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $279,200 |
| 1% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,089 |
| 6% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,823 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.01% |
In Paragonah, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Paragonah vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,864/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 212 |
Crime Rates: Paragonah vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Paragonah has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
57°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 36.5°F |
| 32% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,903 ft (1,799 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 983/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8854°N, 112.7711°W |
| County FIPS | 49021 |