Paragould is a city in Arkansas state in USA with a population of 28821 residents.. The poverty rate of Paragould is 17.7%, which is 26% higher than national average. The typical household in Paragould earns $48276 a year, compared to the national median of $67,500. Nearly 51.1% of households earn less than $50,000 a year compared to 39% national rate.

A high school education is a basic prerequisite for most jobs, and in Paragould, only 92% of adults have a high school diploma, compared to the 87.7% of adults nationwide. The unemployment rate of Paragould remained 7.1%, which is 51% higher than national rate. Nearly 2 times comparable to 4.7% national rate, according to the Census. Higher educational attainment can lead to improved job security and reduce the likelihood of financial insecurity. In Paragould, only 20% of adults have a bachelor's degree and 29% have some college but no degree.

Cost of living in Paragould is 86, which is 14% lower than national average. Median home value in Paragould is $137400 , which is 40% lower than national average. While median income in Paragould remained $48276, which is 28% lower than national average.