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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Lillian Jimenez

Top 5 things I love about Paramount

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What are your go-to spots? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingl...

2 replies 27 upvotes best-worst
Eli W.

Weekend activities in Paramount?

It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. The median home value here is around $500,400, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Paramount sits at 637.6 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look...

9 replies 25 upvotes qa
Adeline M.

Most overrated things about Paramount

Alright, My partner and I are It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Should I be concerned? Thanks!

2 replies 18 upvotes best-worst
Clara Brooks

Working remotely from Paramount

Hey, Median household income is $70,912, which feels about average for the area.

10 replies 30 upvotes jobs
Sofia Bennett

What's it really like living in Paramount?

Alright, I'm a college student here and With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $1,772 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Paramount sits at 637.6 per 100K. The parks and o...

2 replies 10 upvotes living
Daniel Reed

Living in Paramount -the reality

Been living here since 2023. Median household income is $70,912, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to lo...

2 replies 28 upvotes living
Grace Lewis

Planning a move to Paramount -neighborhoods?

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

2 replies 19 upvotes moving
phoenixmind2026

Job hunting in Paramount -tips?

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Should I be concerned?

22 replies 9 upvotes jobs
Madelyn Cox

Cost of living reality check -Paramount

Random thought, I relocated for work and Rent is about $1,772/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What would you do?

5 replies 16 upvotes housing
Sofia Bennett

Is it worth buying in Paramount?

Been meaning to ask this. It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. Thoughts?

21 replies 2 upvotes housing
Lucy Long

Quick question about Paramount

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $70,912 in Paramount. Crime rate is something to consider -Paramount sits at 637.6 per 100K. Median household income is $70,912, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, ...

11 replies 28 upvotes qa
Mia Gomez

The good and bad of living in Paramount

Curious what people think. Just moved here 5 months ago and Rent is about $1,772/month for a decent place. With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. People ...

3 replies 5 upvotes living
Adeline M.

Best industries in Paramount right now

Alright, Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Should I be concerned?

2 replies 25 upvotes jobs
raleighrunner2025

Most overrated things about Paramount

I've been here for 10 years and Household incomes average around $70,912 in Paramount. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thoughts? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The ...

1 replies 20 upvotes best-worst
jaxnative2022

Moving to Paramount for work -advice?

Longtime lurker here, Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $70,912 in Paramount. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, ...

5 replies 23 upvotes moving
wild_ezekiel38

Is Paramount good for remote workers?

I'm single, late 50s, and The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I overthinking this? Thanks! The parks and outdoor areas a...

0 replies 29 upvotes jobs
Lucy Long

Best coffee shops in Paramount?

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $500,400 on average. Rent is about $1,772/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective.

1 replies 27 upvotes qa
Lillian Jimenez

Cheapest neighborhoods in Paramount?

We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $500,400 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great.

0 replies 7 upvotes housing
Lillian Jimenez

The good and bad of living in Paramount

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $500,400, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,772/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some...

3 replies 23 upvotes living
Owen Rodriguez

Why I chose Paramount over bigger cities

Longtime lurker here, It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. Median household income is $70,912, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is ...

1 replies 19 upvotes living
Billy J.

Is Paramount a good place to live?

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. You can expect to pay around $1,772 for rent here. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $500,400, which is pretty steep. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is s...

3 replies 0 upvotes living
Clara Brooks

Unpopular opinion about Paramount

Longtime lurker here, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Paramount sits at 637.6 per 100K. What do you all think?

9 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Michael H.

How is Paramount for outdoor activities?

Hey, With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What would you do?

8 replies 4 upvotes qa
Grace Lewis

What's it really like living in Paramount?

Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2007. It's a a smaller city city with about 52,546 people. With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Paramount sits at 637.6 per 100K. Median household income is $70,912, which feels about average for t...

0 replies 7 upvotes living
mountain_waylon60

Cost of living reality check -Paramount

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 52-year-old physical therapist and With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? Any help is appreciated. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good....

10 replies 29 upvotes housing
Grace Lewis

Why I chose Paramount over bigger cities

Hey folks, Crime rate is something to consider -Paramount sits at 637.6 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What would you do? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, som...

9 replies 9 upvotes living
wild_ezekiel38

Best areas to explore in Paramount?

My family moved here when I was a kid. With a population of 52,546, Paramount is a smaller city. Median household income is $70,912, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyo...

7 replies 2 upvotes qa
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