Paramount, CA Census Data
The 177th largest city in California by population · 188 cities ranked
Paramount is the 177th largest city in California by population and ranks 166th of 188 for median household income. With 52,546 residents, its poverty rate of 13.3% ranks among the higher rates in California. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
52,546
49.9% male · 50.1% female
Median Age
33.2
5.5 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$70,912
$7,626 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
13.1%
21.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 65.9%
Poverty Rate
13.3%
0.9% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 14.7%
Broadband Access
97.3%
7.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$500,400
Median rent: $1,772 · 43% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Labor force participation: 61.8%
Per Capita Income
$35,032
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
1.5%
Disability rate: 10.9%
How Paramount Compares to Other California Cities
Rankings among all 188 California cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 177th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 166th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 136th of 188 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 173rd of 188 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 146th of 188 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Paramount, CA Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Paramount, CA?
The population of Paramount, CA is 52,546 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.2 years.
What is the median household income in Paramount?
The median household income in Paramount, CA is $70,912, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $35,032.
What is the poverty rate in Paramount?
The poverty rate in Paramount, CA is 13.3%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 14.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Paramount residents have a college degree?
13.1% of adults (25+) in Paramount hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 65.9% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Paramount?
The median home value in Paramount, CA is $500,400. Median rent is $1,772 per month, with 43% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Paramount?
Paramount's population is 16.1% White, 8.7% Black, 82.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 3.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Paramount rank among California cities?
Paramount is the 177th largest city in California by population, the 166th highest for median household income, the 136th lowest for poverty rate, the 173rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 188 ranked California cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Paramount?
The unemployment rate in Paramount, CA is 5.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 61.8%. Per capita income is $35,032.
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