Paradise, Mono County, California facts for kids
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Paradise
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 Paradise, Mono County, California
Location in California
Paradise, Mono County, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Mono |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.352 sq mi (11.272 km2) |
| • Land | 4.352 sq mi (11.272 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 5,230 ft (1,590 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 174 |
| • Density | 39.98/sq mi (15.44/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP Code |
93514 (Bishop)
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| Area code(s) | 760; 442 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583105 |
Paradise is a small, unincorporated community in Mono County, California, United States. It is also known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the government defines for collecting population information, but it doesn't have its own city government. Paradise is the southernmost community in Mono County. In 2020, about 174 people lived there.
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Where is Paradise Located?
Paradise is in the southwest part of Mono County. It's often called a "bedroom community." This means many people who live there travel to nearby towns for work. Some residents work in Bishop, which is about 15 miles (24 km) to the southeast. Others work in Mammoth Lakes, about 26 miles (42 km) to the northwest. Paradise is also a popular place for people to retire.
Geographically, Paradise is located near the bottom of the Sherwin Grade. This is a slope that separates Round Valley in Inyo County from Long Valley in Mono County. Nearby communities include Wheeler Crest to the west, and Swall Meadows and Pinon Ranch to the north.
The United States Census Bureau reports that Paradise covers an area of about 4.4 square miles (11.4 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Paradise?
The population of Paradise is quite small. Here's a look at some numbers from past years:
Population in 2010
In 2010, the population of Paradise was 153 people. This meant there were about 35 people living per square mile (14 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people living in Paradise were White (85%). A small number were Asian (3.9%), Native American (1.3%), or from other backgrounds. About 9.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Paradise in 2010 was about 53 years old. Many residents were between 45 and 64 years old (almost 50%). About 21.6% of the population was 65 years or older.
Population in 2000
In 2000, the population of Paradise was 124 people. The California Department of Finance estimated the population grew slightly to 126 by 2003.
In 2000, a large portion of the population (28%) was over 65 years old. The average age was 57. This shows that Paradise has a higher percentage of older residents compared to the average for Mono County. Most homes (86%) were owned by the people living in them, while 14% were rented.
Tourism in Paradise
Paradise has a small tourism industry. The Paradise Lodge is a special rural resort. It offers 17 cabins for visitors to stay in, along with a restaurant.
Fire Protection
Paradise is home to the Paradise Fire Protection District. This district was created in 1982. It helps protect Paradise and the areas around it from fires. The fire district covers about 1 square mile (2.6 square kilometers) and serves a population of about 170 people.
