Paris, ID

Idaho

Paris is a small town in Idaho with a population of 634. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
634 Population 182/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $29,301 per capita
$235,700 Home Value $330,621 Zillow
$862 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,700 home value, $862/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,700
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $862
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population634
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density182/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$29,301
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$296M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,700
Rent$862
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,621

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation5,962 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute37 min
Libraries2

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Paris stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paris is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paris is $235,700, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $862 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Paris has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 90.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Paris has a population of 634 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 12.5% Hispanic.

Population

634
Total Population
182
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,301
Avg Weekly Wage$774
IRS Avg AGI$64,673

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)282
County GDP$296M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail29
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,613
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Paris is $235,700, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $862 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,621.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,700
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$330,621

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$862
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,613
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Paris, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death7,192/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.3%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Paris has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall90.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,962 ft (1,817 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density182/sq mi
Coordinates42.2280°N, 111.4024°W
County FIPS16007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.5%
D 10.4%

Winner: Republican by 77.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.43
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density182/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Work from Home5.9%

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