Paradise

Butte County, California

Population 208K |Median income $67,928 |3 hospitals

Population

207,929

Butte County

Median Income

$67,928

Near average

Median Home Value

$424,700

+86% vs avg

Median Age

36.2

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

208K-6%

Median Income

$67,928+55%

Median Home Value

$424,700+88%

Poverty Rate

19.2%-6%

Unemployment

7.4%-48%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,414/mo

Poverty Rate

19.2% +35% vs avg

Unemployment 7.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 31.9%

Work From Home 12.6%

Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 69.5%

Asian 5.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%

African American 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

32.5%

High Blood Pressure

32.2%

Obesity

29.3%

Physical Inactivity

22.8%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.1%

Binge Drinking

17.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.1%

Current Smoking

12.8%

Diabetes

10.7%

Current Asthma

10.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.1%

Dental Visit 61.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

8.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

6.5%

Stroke

3.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ENLOE HEALTH

CHICO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

OROVILLE HOSPITAL

OROVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Paradise Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Paradise, CA? ▼

Paradise, CA has a population of 207,929 people, located in Butte County, California.

What is the median household income in Paradise? ▼

The median household income in Paradise, CA is $67,928 per year. The poverty rate is 19.2%.

What is the median home value in Paradise? ▼

The median home value in Paradise, CA is $424,700. Median rent is $1,414/month.

What are the top health concerns in Paradise? ▼

The top health indicators in Paradise include Short Sleep Duration (32.5%), High Blood Pressure (32.2%), Obesity (29.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Paradise? ▼

Paradise has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Paradise? ▼

The median age in Paradise, CA is 36.2 years. 31.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Paradise, CA is located in Butte County, California. With a population of 208K and a median household income of $67,928, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Paradise area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Butte County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.