Paramount City Property Records in California
Paramount is a city in southern Los Angeles County, California, between Compton and Long Beach. Its property records are public and maintained by county agencies.
Deeds and other recorded documents are available from the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk. The Los Angeles County Assessor supplies parcel maps, ownership and assessed values. Property tax bills are handled by the Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector. For zoning and permits in Paramount, contact the City of Paramount Planning Department.
Paramount Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Paramount and the types of offenses included in the available data. It separates violent crimes, such as murder, robbery, and assault, from property crimes, which include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.
The data reports 1 murder, 100 robberies, and 164 assaults. For property crimes, it lists 1,415 total property crimes, 222 burglaries, and 520 motor vehicle thefts.
Users can use these counts to see which types of reported crime appear most often in Paramount and how the categories compare with one another. Because the figures reflect reported incidents, they do not capture every crime that occurs in the city.
What Is the Population Profile of Paramount
This section shows the racial and ethnic composition of Paramount, with population counts and percentages for each group. Hispanic residents are the largest group at 82% (43,258 people), followed by Black residents at 9% (4,497) and White residents at 4% (2,344). Smaller groups include Asian at 3% (1,483), Two + Races at 2% (799), Pacific Islander at 0.21% (110), Other Race at 0.09% (46), and American Indian at 0.02% (9).
Paramount, Ratings Compared Across California 
The ratings cover different aspects of life in Paramount, including weather, coffee shops, and outdoor activities. Weather receives the highest grade at A+, followed by Access to Coffee Shops and Access to Outdoor Activities at A. Other notable ratings include Walkability at A-, Nightlife at B+, and Access to Restaurants at B+, while Cost of Living is rated D+ and Housing D-. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Paramount
Paramount's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Below High School (34%), High School (29%), and Some College (12%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Paramount's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (30%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (28%) and 1980 - 1999 (28%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Paramount's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (43%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (29%) and 1 Bedroom (16%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Paramount's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (16%), 45 - 54 (15%), and 10 - 17 (13%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Paramount
Paramount's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $500,400. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,772 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Paramount's dynamic real estate landscape.