Paradise

Paradise, California is a small town nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills of northern California. It is located in Butte County, approximately 85 miles north of Sacramento. The town used to have a population close to 20,000 but that has since dwindled to about 6,000 after the devastating Camp Fire that happened in November of 2018. Despite that tragedy, Paradise remains resilient and rebuilding efforts are going strong. Paradise is known for its beautiful scenery and friendly atmosphere and also for it's excellent outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, camping, and fishing. It is also a great place to enjoy some of the best wine tasting in the region. Paradise is a great place to live, work and play, and is a great destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overview for Paradise, CA

7,730 people live in Paradise, where the median age is 56.2 and the average individual income is $31,414. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,730

Total Population

56.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,414

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Paradise, CA

Population Households Employment

Paradise has 3,479 households, with an average household size of 2.11. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Paradise do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,730 people call Paradise home. The population density is 422.03 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,730

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

56.2

Median Age

49.95 / 50.05%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

3,479

Total Households

2.11

Average Household Size

$31,414

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Paradise, CA

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Paradise. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Name

Around Paradise, CA

There's plenty to do around Paradise, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

57

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

27

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lofi Cafe, Miller's Bake House, and The Patty Wagon.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Lofi Cafe page on Yelp Search 5913 Clark Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.14 miles	33 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Miller's Bake House page on Yelp Search 5833 Lunt Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $$	4.94 miles	7 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the The Patty Wagon page on Yelp Search 5905 Clark Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.12 miles	10 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Coco Amatrice page on Yelp Search 6345 Skyway Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $$$	1.03 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the E&J’s mobile kitchen page on Yelp Search 7655 Skwy Rd on Google Maps	Dining	1.11 miles	16 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Joy Lyn's Candies page on Yelp Search 220 Pearson Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.99 miles	21 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Nics page on Yelp Search 6256 Skyway Rd on Google Maps	Dining	1.03 miles	34 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Lynn's Coffee and Crepes page on Yelp Search 9205 Skyway on Google Maps	Dining	3.12 miles	27 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Starbucks page on Yelp Search 6344 Skyway Rd on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.98 miles	43 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the All the Best Video page on Yelp Search 14126 Skwy on Google Maps	Shopping	4.33 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fish Kevin Brock page on Yelp Search 3501 Shadow Tree Ln on Google Maps	Active	1.64 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nails by Wendee page on Yelp Search 6148 Center St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.95 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nor Cal Ink page on Yelp Search 5657 Clark Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.37 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Barber Johns on the Ridge page on Yelp Search 6848 Skwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.89 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars