Paradise, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
Demographic data: ACS 2020–2024 five-year estimates. Sources and methodology
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Paradise, Texas had a total population of 627, the 1188th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $82,619, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.
Paradise Quick Facts
How Paradise Changed
Change from the non-overlapping 2015–2019 ACS period to 2020–2024. Earlier dollar figures are adjusted to 2024 dollars; changes marked “no clear change” are within the combined 90% margins of error.
| Metric | 2015–2019 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 548 | 627 | No clear change (+14.4%) |
| Median household income | $53,144 | $82,619 | +55.5% |
| Median home value¹ | $133,655 | $319,600 | +139.1% |
| Median gross rent | $1,046 | $1,781 | +70.3% |
How Paradise Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 54.9%
- Black: 3.0%
- Hispanic: 40.2%
- Asian: 0.0%
- Other: 0.0%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < High School: 12.2%
- HS Diploma: 19.7%
- Some College: 35.8%
- Associate's: 10.0%
- Bachelor's: 16.9%
- Graduate+: 5.3%
Paradise Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Wise County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 7,426 | $73,179 | 8.0% | $284,500 |
| Bridgeport | 6,331 | $96,037 | 2.1% | $253,500 |
| Aurora | 1,760 | $105,962 | 4.9% | $341,800 |
| Runaway Bay | 1,717 | $96,875 | 2.1% | $307,600 |
| Rhome | 1,699 | $101,167 | 4.3% | $260,100 |
| Chico | 1,512 | $75,739 | 10.5% | $170,300 |
| Boyd | 1,351 | $68,958 | 10.4% | $264,900 |
| Alvord | 1,294 | $68,674 | 8.0% | $212,500 |
| Lake Bridgeport | 358 | $73,194 | 7.8% | $203,600 |
Cities Similar to Paradise
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocksprings | 625 | N/A | $54,900 | 6.5% | 44.2% |
| Appleby | 619 | $83,750 | $209,400 | 36.3% | 1.8% |
| Seco Mines | 644 | N/A | N/A | 24.3% | 83.1% |
| Horseshoe Bend | 606 | N/A | $116,800 | 20.1% | 18.1% |
| Santa Clara | 602 | $81,607 | $323,000 | 20.6% | 10.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 627, Paradise'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
Paradise is a small community located in Texas, within Wise County. The total population is 627. It ranks as the 1188th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Paradise is 31.6 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Paradise is $82,619. This is 5% higher than the state median of $78,476. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 72% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $319,600. Housing costs are 13% higher than the state median of $283,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 88.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Paradise is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 40.2%. The Black or African American population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 11.9%.
Education
22.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Paradise, Texas 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 Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. 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 Paradise, Texas?
Paradise, Texas has a population of 627 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Paradise, TX?
The median household income in Paradise is $82,619, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Paradise, TX?
The poverty rate in Paradise is 8.8%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Paradise, Texas?
Paradise's population is 54.9% White, 3.0% Black, 40.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Paradise, TX?
The median home value in Paradise is $319,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Paradise, Texas?
22.2% of adults (25+) in Paradise hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.