New Paris, OH

Ohio

New Paris is a small town in Ohio with a population of 1,338. Residents earn $45,592 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,338 Population 1,808/sq mi density
$45,592 Median Income $24,899 per capita
$86,500 Home Value $194,648 Zillow
$730 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,592 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,500 home value, $730/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,592
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

How New Paris Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,338
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density1,808/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,592
Per Capita$24,899
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,500
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,648

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Elevation1,042 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Libraries11

Is New Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Paris receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Paris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Paris is $45,592, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Paris is $86,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Paris has a population of 1,338 with a density of 1,808 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

1,338
Total Population
1,808
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Paris is $45,592, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: New Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,592
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,899
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$62,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)806
County GDP$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare77
Retail89
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Paris is $86,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,648.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,648

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,260
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In New Paris, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Paris vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death9,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities77

Crime Rates: New Paris vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

New Paris has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Coordinates39.8567°N, 84.7919°W
County FIPS39135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.2%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 59.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities77
Restaurants59
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home9.1%

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