Paradis, Louisiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Paradis, Louisiana had a total population of 552, the 345th largest community in Louisiana, with a median household income of $61,250, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Paradis Quick Facts
How Paradis Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 709 | 552 | -22.1% |
| Median home value | $188,500 | $198,900 | +5.5% |
How Paradis Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 59 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Paradis Rankings in Louisiana
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Other Cities in St. Charles Parish
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luling | 13,960 | $76,539 | 13.6% | $273,800 |
| Destrehan | 11,619 | $90,509 | 17.3% | $320,700 |
| St. Rose | 7,644 | $74,075 | 8.1% | $238,900 |
| Hahnville | 3,520 | $100,956 | 6.7% | $246,100 |
| Norco | 2,781 | $71,220 | 14.8% | $238,100 |
| Montz | 2,074 | $91,875 | 4.7% | $308,800 |
| Boutte | 2,027 | $68,220 | 11.2% | $231,200 |
| Bayou Gauche | 1,908 | $162,951 | 0.0% | $308,000 |
| Ama | 1,483 | $73,359 | 17.7% | $218,600 |
| New Sarpy | 1,247 | $51,989 | 9.4% | $95,700 |
Cities Similar to Paradis
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorrel | 564 | $62,578 | N/A | 7.8% | 15.1% |
| Junction City | 525 | N/A | N/A | 7.0% | 59.1% |
| Napoleonville | 511 | N/A | N/A | 5.3% | 55.0% |
| Grand Isle | 623 | N/A | $269,500 | 15.4% | 36.5% |
| Union | 526 | $71,563 | N/A | 15.8% | 6.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 552, Paradis's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Paradis is a small community located in Louisiana, within St. Charles Parish. The total population is 552. It ranks as the 345th most populous out of 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Paradis is 29.8 years. This is 22% lower than the state median of 38.0 years. Only 12.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Paradis is $61,250. This is about the same as the state median of $60,756. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.4%. This is 50% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Paradis, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $198,900. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $216,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 92.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 67.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Paradis has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.4% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.4% vs 55.7%).
Education
19.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 27.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Paradis, Louisiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Louisiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 488 Census-designated places in Louisiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Paradis, Louisiana?
Paradis, Louisiana has a population of 552 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Paradis, LA?
The median household income in Paradis is $61,250, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Paradis, LA?
The poverty rate in Paradis is 9.4%. This means approximately 52 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Paradis, Louisiana?
Paradis's population is 94.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Paradis, LA?
The median home value in Paradis is $198,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Paradis, Louisiana?
19.5% of adults (25+) in Paradis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.