Paradise, Texas facts for kids
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Paradise, Texas
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Location of Paradise, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Wise |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.01 sq mi (5.20 km2) |
| • Land | 2.01 sq mi (5.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 764 ft (233 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 475 |
| • Density | 279.66/sq mi (107.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76073
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| Area code(s) | 940 |
| FIPS code | 48-55056 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2411368 |
Paradise is a small city located in Wise County, Texas, United States. In 2020, about 475 people lived there.
People say the area got its name because it was a "paradise" for cowboys.
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About Paradise, Texas
Where is Paradise Located?
Paradise is in the state of Texas, which is in the southern part of the United States. It is part of Wise County.
How Big is Paradise?
The city covers a total area of about 2.0 square miles (5.2 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
People and Population
How Many People Live in Paradise?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 459 | — | |
| 2010 | 441 | −3.9% | |
| 2020 | 475 | 7.7% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 701 | 59.0% | |
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In 2020, the population of Paradise was 475 people. This number has changed a bit over the years. For example, in 2000, there were 459 people, and in 2010, there were 441.
Who Lives in Paradise?
Most people living in Paradise are White. There are also people of Hispanic or Latino background, and smaller numbers of Black, Native American, Asian, and multiracial individuals. In 2020, there were 190 households and 125 families living in the city.
Education in Paradise
Schools in the Area
The students who live in Paradise attend schools that are part of the Paradise Independent School District. This district provides education for children and teenagers in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Paradise (Texas) para niños
