Arkansas
Paris is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 3,287. Residents earn $48,789 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Paris has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Paris is $48,789, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Paris is $112,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 659 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,731 per 100,000, 141% above the national average.
17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Paris enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,789 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,105 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $787 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,506 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 454 |
| County GDP | $727M |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,680 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.49% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $112,700 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $149,090 |
| Census Median Rent | $706 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,680 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.49% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.9% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,583/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Total Violent | 659.4/100K |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 200.7/100K |
| Robbery | 28.7/100K |
| Assault | 430.1/100K |
| Total Property | 4,730.5/100K |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,834.9/100K |
| Theft | 2,752.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 143.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 597/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2908°N, 93.7342°W |
| County FIPS | 05083 |
Winner: Republican by 62.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.2% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 597/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.5 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 67 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |