Median Age
53 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 19% of Residents
Under 20
17%
Over 65
33%
Paradise
Paradise, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,048
Population
7,870
Renter Mix
23% Rent
Discover this mountain town’s lush natural beauty and rich history
Suburban
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Scenic
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Lush
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Peaceful
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Historic
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Charming
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Growing
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Active
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Close-Knit
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Welcoming
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Nestled in California’s Sierra Nevada foothills, Paradise is a scenic mountain town located just ten miles east of Chico. Towering pines and majestic oaks cluster around peaceful neighborhoods in Paradise, offering residents plenty of natural beauty to admire. Many local parks and nearby national forests provide countless options for outdoor recreation in Paradise as well.
In addition to the surrounding natural beauty, Paradise is entrenched in a rich history. Residents and visitors alike can learn about Paradise’s Gold Rush past at the Gold Nugget Museum. Paradise also boasts a strong sense of hometown pride, which can be felt at a host of annual community events such as Gold Nugget Days, Johnny Appleseed Days, Paradise Pow Wow, Party in the Park, Lighted Truck Parade, and the Paradise Chocolate Fest.
Paradise residents enjoy small-town tranquility with convenient access to big-city amenities in nearby Chico, Sacramento, and San Francisco. Quick access to Routes 70 and 99 as well as I-5 makes commuting and traveling from Paradise simple.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$66,818
Average: $80,800
Education
2,015
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,554
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Paradise has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
23%
Non-Renters
77%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Paradise, CA is $690 for a studio, $1,034 for one bedroom, $1,304 for two bedrooms, and $1,295 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Paradise has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,034/month
610 Sq Ft
House
$1,871/month
1,363 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Paradise, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
220 Students
Public
Grades K-5
496 Students
Public
Grades K-12
129 Students
Public
Grades K-12
44 Students
Public
Grades 4-6
1 Students
Public
Grades K-8
220 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
143 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
197 Students
Public
Grades K-12
129 Students
Public
Grades K-12
44 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
495 Students
Public
Grades K-12
129 Students
Public
Grades K-12
44 Students
Paradise Unified Special Education
Public
Grades 9-12
6 Students
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Parks and Recreation
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.