Population Characteristics
According to the latest census, Paradise Valley has a population of around 153 people. The village's population is in decreased . Between 2016 and 2021, the population of Paradise Valley has decreased by ▼ -14.53%.
| Population in 2016 | Population in 2021 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 179 | 153 | --14.53% |
2026 Population Projection
Paradise Valley's population declined between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, so a 2026 growth projection is not shown. The most recent confirmed figure remains the 153 people recorded in the 2021 census.
Paradise Valley Population Trend & Context
Paradise Valley is the 252nd-largest village in Alberta, with a 2021 census population of 153 — a decline of 26 (▼ 14.53%) people from the 179 recorded in 2016.
The village's population has declined noticeably over this period, reflecting broader pressures facing Alberta villages. The village's median age of 33.2 years — below the national median of 41.9 — suggests a younger, potentially growing population.
How does Paradise Valley compare to other Alberta villages?
- Woodland Cree 228: 161 (2021)
- Wabasca 166: 158 (2021)
- Paradise Valley: 153 (2021) ← 252nd largest
- Delia: 152 (2021)
- Empress: 148 (2021)
Population By Genders
The male population of Paradise Valley is around 75 while the female population is around 75.
Of the 153 total population in Paradise Valley, the largest gender is female with around 75 women within the population.
| Male | Female | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 75 | 75 | -0.00% |
Is Paradise Valley a Good Place to Live?
Based on 2021 Statistics Canada Census data, here's how Paradise Valley compares across key quality-of-life indicators — measured against Alberta, its own province. Draw your own conclusions from the actual numbers.
Employment & Economy
Income & Affordability
Commute
Housing Character
Household Composition
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population.
Paradise Valley Population Compared to Alberta
Alberta's population in 2021 was 4,262,635, spread across the area. Here's how Paradise Valley compares to the village's key indicators:
| Indicator | Paradise Valley | Alberta |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $0 | $96,000 |
| Unemployment rate | 0.0% | 11.5% |
| Median age | 33.2 | 38.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 6.3% | 28.4% |
| Immigrants (%) | 11.1% | 23.2% |
Population by Age Characteristics
Paradise Valley has a young population. The majority of the population is people aged 15 to 19 years old, accounting for 12.90% of the total population. The village median age is 33.20.
| Data | Male | Female | Difference | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average age of the population | 36 36.00% | 35 34.50% | 5.56% | 35 35.20% |
| Median age of the population | 35 34.80% | 33 33.20% | 2.87% | 33 33.20% |
| 15 to 19 years | 10 13.30% | 5 6.70% | 50.00% | 20 12.90% |
| 50 to 54 years | 10 13.30% | 10 13.30% | 0.00% | 20 12.90% |
| 55 to 59 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.70% | 0.00% | 15 9.70% |
| 10 to 14 years | 10 13.30% | 5 6.70% | 50.00% | 15 9.70% |
| 0 to 4 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.70% | 0.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 25 to 29 years | 5 6.70% | 10 13.30% | 50.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 30 to 34 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.70% | 0.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 35 to 39 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.70% | 0.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 45 to 49 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.70% | 100.00% | 10 6.50% |
| 60 to 64 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.70% | 100.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 65 to 69 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.70% | 100.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 70 to 74 years | 10 13.30% | 0 0.00% | 100.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 75 to 79 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 5 to 9 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.70% | 0.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 20 to 24 years | 0 0.00% | 5 6.70% | 100.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 40 to 44 years | 5 6.70% | 5 6.70% | 0.00% | 5 3.20% |
| 80 to 84 years | 0 0.00% | 0 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 0.00% |
Broader Age Groups
If the village's population is divided into broader age groups, most of the population falls into the 15 to 64 years age group. The group accounts for 64.50% of the population. The other age groups, 15 to 64 years and 0 to 14 years, account for 64.50% and 22.60%, respectively.
If we look at the population data from the broader age groups, we can see that most people in Paradise Valley are within the 15 to 64 years age group.
| Data | Male | Female | Total |
|---|
Photos of Places & Sceneries in Paradise Valley
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Population of Paradise Valley by Ethnicity and Origin
The population of Paradise Valley is quite diverse, which contributes to the village's vibrant cultural landscape. Paradise Valley is inclusive and accepts various ethnic groups with open arms. Furthermore, the village appreciates the unique contributions that each ethnicity brings.
The top 5 ethnicities and origins in Paradise Valley are Irish, which accounts for 27.78% of the total population, followed by German (27.78%), English (16.67%), Scottish (16.67%), and French (11.11%).
Other ethnicities and origins in Paradise Valley include Polish, Swedish, Ilocano, Northern Irish, and Celtic.
| Ethnicity and Origin | Male | Female | Percentage in Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish | 0.00% | 50.00% | 27.78% |
| German | 25.00% | 40.00% | 27.78% |
| English | 0.00% | 30.00% | 16.67% |
| Scottish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 16.67% |
| French | 0.00% | 20.00% | 11.11% |
| Polish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 11.11% |
| Swedish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 11.11% |
| Ilocano | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Northern Irish | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Celtic | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Immigration Profile
Immigration patterns vary a great deal from one area to another, which makes this data one of the more distinctive parts of Paradise Valley's population profile.
About 11.1% of Paradise Valley's population are immigrants (10 people).
The top countries of origin for Paradise Valley's immigrant population are Morocco (0), Nigeria (0), Somalia (0), South Africa, Republic of (0), Afghanistan (0).
| Country of Birth | Population |
|---|---|
| Morocco | 0 |
| Nigeria | 0 |
| Somalia | 0 |
| South Africa, Republic of | 0 |
| Afghanistan | 0 |
Household and Dwelling Characteristics
About 35 of Paradise Valley's population live in a single-detached house. In addition, most of them are living in 2 persons household.
Household Size
About 18.20% of the population lives in 2 persons households. 1 person households ranked second, accounting for 13.65% of the population. 5 or more persons, 3 persons, and 4 persons households account for 9.10%, 4.55%, and 4.55%, respectively.
| Number of Person(s) in Household | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2 persons | 20 | 18.20% |
| 1 person | 15 | 13.65% |
| 5 or more persons | 10 | 9.10% |
| 3 persons | 5 | 4.55% |
| 4 persons | 5 | 4.55% |
Income in Paradise Valley
Analyzing income distribution in Paradise Valley can help us better understand its socioeconomic dynamics.
Per Capita Income
According to 2020 data, the median personal income within Paradise Valley is $0.
A region's per capita data sheds light on the average income earned per person living in it. Since per capita income is calculated by dividing the region's total income by its population, it quantifies the population's economic situation on an individual basis.
Such data offers insights into the village's economic performance, spread of income across individuals, quality of life, as well as disparities within its borders.
Most of Paradise Valley population or around 0 people falls in the Under $10,000 group. The next largest groups are the Under $10,000, and Under $10,000 with around 0 and 0 people, respectively.
Household Income
The Paradise Valley's median household income is $0, according to 2020 data.
Below national average Paradise Valley's median household income is 84,000 dollars below the Canadian national median of $84,000 (2020 data, 2021 Census).
The data provides important insights into the village's economic landscape as well as the living standards of its population.
Analyzing such data enables researchers, policymakers, and businesses to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the village's income distribution, disparities, and trends.
Education Levels in Paradise Valley
This data sheds light on the distribution of Paradise Valley residents across educational milestones.
Such information is crucial in shaping the province’s policies on education, workforce development strategies, and initiatives that aim to improve access to quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities.
81.25% or most of the Paradise Valley population has a High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate. 9.40% of the population has a Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree, 6.25% has a Bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.25% has No certificate, diploma or degree.
| Degree | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (secondary) school diploma or equivalency certificate | 40 | 45 | 90 | 81.25% |
| Postsecondary certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 15 | 9.40% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 0 | 10 | 10 | 6.25% |
| No certificate, diploma or degree | 0 | 10 | 10 | 6.25% |
Below national average 6.3% of Paradise Valley's population has a bachelor's degree or higher, compared to the national average of 32.9% (Canada, 2021 Census).
Employment in Paradise Valley
This dataset provides a snapshot of employment trends in Paradise Valley. It encompasses a wide range of sectors, industries, as well as job categories.
The data shows that the unemployment rate in Paradise Valley is at 0.00% which is pretty low.
| Status | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment rate | 37.50% |
| Unemployment rate | 0.00% |
Working as an Employee
The table shows the data on the total number of individuals in the village who work as an employee. The majority of Paradise Valley's population (around 71.40%) are working permanent position as an employee.
Self-employed
In the village, there are 0 men and 0 women working as self-employed individuals, bringing the total number to 0.
| Status | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-employed | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Employment Industry Sectors
The Paradise Valley industry employment sector census data offers insights into the region's economic landscape. The distribution of employment in Paradise Valley is categorized and quantified, which reveals the region's economic composition.
Paradise Valley has a wide range of industries. Most of its population (29%) works in the transportation and warehousing sector. The Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector comes second at 0%, followed by Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction at 0%.
| Industry | Men | Women | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation and warehousing | 0 | 0 | 29% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Utilities | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Construction | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wholesale trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Retail trade | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Information and cultural industries | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Finance and insurance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Professional, scientific and technical services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Educational services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Health care and social assistance | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Arts, entertainment and recreation | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Accommodation and food services | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Public administration | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Labour Market Snapshot
A quick snapshot of where Paradise Valley residents work — the leading industry sectors employing them, and the broad occupation categories they work in.
Top employer sectors in Paradise Valley: -49 Transportation and warehousing (29%), Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (0%), Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (0%)
Top occupation categories in Paradise Valley: Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations (57%), Legislative and senior management occupations (0%), Business, finance and administration occupations (0%)
Places of Work
The data offers insights into the commuting patterns as well as workplace distribution in the village. It provides a snapshot of workplaces, showing their geographic distribution and the flow of workers across different areas.
| Work Location | Men | Women | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usual place of work | 20 | 15 | 30 | 100.00% |
| Worked at home | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Worked outside Canada | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
| No fixed workplace address | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00% |
Commuting
The data sheds light on how Paradise Valley residents travel to school or work. It highlights the frequency of different modes of transportation like walking, cycling, carpooling, and public transit.
The data is pivotal in the making of transportation policies as well as the development of transit systems. Ultimately commuting data contributes to improving the quality of life of Paradise Valley residents and sustainable urban planning.
Commuting Duration
This data reveals the average time that the residents of Paradise Valley spend traveling to their workplaces. It also sheds light on the efficiency of the village's public transit systems, and road networks, as well as the accessibility of the village.
| Duration | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Less than 15 minutes | 83.30% |
| 15 to 29 minutes | 0.00% |
| 30 to 44 minutes | 0.00% |
| 45 to 59 minutes | 0.00% |
| 60 minutes and over | 0.00% |
Marital Status
The statistics on marital status in Paradise Valleyshed light on its societal dynamics. It captures the diverse types of marital statuses of the population.
Long-term commitments, such as common-law partnerships, civil unions, and marriages, reflect the village's social fabric. We can gain insights into Paradise Valley's changing preferences and norms by examining the trends in marital status.
Language Spoken
The data below highlights village's linguistic diversity, showing elegances of solo language as well as bilingual harmonies. Other than language, it also shows the cultural landscape in Canada.
English is the most spoken official language in Paradise Valley. About 150 people living in the province speak English, 0 people speak French, 0 people speak English and French language, and 0 people speak Neither English nor French language.
| Language | Population |
|---|---|
| English | 150 |
| French | 0 |
| English and French | 0 |
| Neither English nor French | 0 |
Mother Tongue & Home Language
Useful for newcomers researching an area: this shows the language residents first learned at home in childhood (mother tongue) and the language they speak most often at home now, which can differ as families settle in.
| Language | Mother Tongue | Spoken Most Often at Home |
|---|---|---|
| English | 90.0% | 100.0% |
| Non-official languages | 6.7% | 0.0% |
| French | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Religion
Paradise Valley is predominantly Christian. About 65 of its population is Christian (30 males and 30 females).
The second largest religion in the province is Buddhist with 0.0% of the population adhering to the religion. There are also Hindu and Jewish, both represent 0.0% and 0.0% of the population, while Muslim represent 0.0% of the population.
| Religion | Population |
|---|---|
| Christian | 68.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.0% |
| Islam | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 0.0% |
Points of Interest in Paradise Valley
Schools
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paradise Valley
According to the 2021 Statistics Canada Census, Paradise Valley has a population of 153 people, making it the 252nd village in Alberta. The population declined significantly from 179 in 2016, a decrease of 26 people or 14.53%. The village has a population density of 243.6 people per km² across a land area of 0.63 km². The 2026 Census results are expected from Statistics Canada beginning February 2027.
Paradise Valley's population declined by 14.53% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses — from 179 to 153 people, a loss of 26 residents. This decline is consistent with pressures faced by many other Alberta villages during this period. The median age of 33.20 years suggests a comparatively young population. Official 2026 Census data, which will confirm whether this trend continued, is expected from Statistics Canada in February 2027.
Paradise Valley has a population density of approximately 243.60 people per square kilometre.
Paradise Valley covers a land area of approximately 0.63 km².
The median age of the population in Paradise Valley is 33.20 years.
The largest ethnic or cultural origin group in Paradise Valley is Irish.
The median household income in Paradise Valley is $0, based on 2020 data.
English is the most common first official language spoken in Paradise Valley.
Christian is the predominant religion in Paradise Valley.
Statistics Canada (statcan.gc.ca) conducted the 2026 Census of Population in May 2026. However, census data goes through an extensive processing, validation, and quality-assurance period before public release. Based on the release plan, the 2026 Census results begin rolling out on February 10, 2027, with complete community-level profiles available by December 1, 2027. Until then, this page uses 2021 Census data as its primary source, supplemented by a population projection estimate for 2026 calculated using the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from the 2016–2021 Census period.