Paris, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Logan County County
Paris, AR
At a Glance
How Paris Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Paris's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Paris a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Paris residents earn a median household income of $48,789 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,105. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 454 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Paris is $112,700 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $156,762. Median rent is $706/month, with 25.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Paris reports 785 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 107% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,083/100K.
Education
17.2% of adults in Paris hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 91.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Paris has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches.