Paris, KY

Kentucky · Bourbon County · Lexington-Fayette Metro

Paris is a small city in Kentucky with a population of 10,107. Residents earn $49,464 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

10,107 Population 1,271/sq mi density

$49,464 Median Income $28,030 per capita

$182,100 Home Value $254,048 Zillow

$728 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent

55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

162 Violent Crime/100K 2,065 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.5 / 5.0

$49,464 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.6 / 5.0

$182,100 home value, $728/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

162 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

21.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $49,464

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $182,100

35% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 162/100K

57% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.9%

35% lower than US avg

Median Rent $728

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.0%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.5%

9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10,107

Median Age37.9 yrs

Density1,271/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,464

Per Capita$28,030

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty13.5%

County GDP$1,309M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$182,100

Rent$728

Ownership56.8%

Zillow$254,048

Housing Units4,659

Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

Violent162/100K

Property2,065/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault91/100K

Burglary263/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking20.7%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.7 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation848 ft (258 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.9%

High School+85.1%

Graduate+11.3%

School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%

Commute23 min

Broadband83.5%

EV Stations1

Libraries2

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Paris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paris is $49,464, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paris is $182,100, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Paris is below the national average at 162 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,065 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Paris has a population of 10,107 with a density of 1,271 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 8.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,107

Total Population

1,271

People / sq mi

37.9yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

8.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.3%

83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is $49,464, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,030 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,023, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 646 business establishments, including 30 restaurants. The cost of living index is 90.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,464
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$28,030
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,023
IRS Avg AGI	$68,051
Gini Index	0.452 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.5%
	9% above US avg
Establishments (County)	646
County GDP	$1,309M

Business (County)

Restaurants	30
Healthcare	51
Retail	56
Manufacturing	22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,318
	5% below US avg
Cost of Living	90.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.3 min
Drive Alone	73.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Paris is $182,100, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,048, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $794 for a one-bedroom to $984 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,659 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $3,318. 29.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$182,100
	35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$254,048
Median List Price	$209,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$209,950
$/Sq Ft	$149
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.4%
Price Drops	18.0%
Inventory	39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$728
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$719
1 Bedroom	$794
2 Bedrooms	$984
3 Bedrooms	$1,277
4 Bedrooms	$1,442

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.8%
Owner-Occupied	56.8%
Renter-Occupied	43.2%
Housing Units	4,659
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,318
	5% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.82%

In Paris, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 20.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.5% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,556. The dentist ratio is 1:1,340. 58.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.0%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	6.4%
Kidney Disease	3.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.5%
Physical Inactivity	29.9%
Mental Distress	14.3%
Physical Distress	13.7%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.7%

Primary Care	1:1,556
Dentists	1:1,340
Mental Health	1:719
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	65.4%
Premature Death	11,509/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	58.2%
Healthcare Facilities	51

Paris has a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 91.1 per 100,000, robbery at 40.5, rape at 30.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,065 per 100,000, 5% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,690, burglary at 263, vehicle theft at 111 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Paris receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	162.0/100K
	57% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	30.4/100K
Robbery	40.5/100K
Assault	91.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,065.0/100K
	5% above US avg
Burglary	263.2/100K
Theft	1,690.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	111.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 848 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	54.8°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	32°F (0°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	848 ft (258 m)
Area	8.0 sq mi (20.6 km²)
Population Density	1,271/sq mi
Coordinates	38.2002°N, 84.2727°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Bourbon County County
Nearest Airport	Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG) 62 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.7"

26% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.65"

Driest Month (Oct) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	39.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	58.3 / 100
Community Resilience	82.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2025.

Sep 17, 2004	8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky	M3.7	143 km
Feb 19, 1995	8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio	M3.6	124 km
Sep 8, 1990	5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky	M3.3	44 km
Apr 25, 2020	2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky	M2.9	130 km
Aug 20, 2015	6 km SE of Lawrenceburg, Kentucky	M2.8	55 km
Mar 17, 1999	2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio	M2.8	73 km
May 11, 2025	11 km SE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.8	57 km
Mar 21, 1990	1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky	M2.7	121 km
Jan 12, 2023	4 km E of Burgin, Kentucky	M2.6	63 km
Aug 4, 2023	11 km ENE of Lancaster, Kentucky	M2.6	62 km
May 11, 2015	5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky	M2.6	70 km
Jul 23, 2013	6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky	M2.6	63 km
Jan 21, 2018	8 km SSE of High Bridge, Kentucky	M2.6	60 km
Jun 20, 2017	10 km N of Hyden, Kentucky	M2.6	133 km
Jan 28, 2024	3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky	M2.5	58 km
Jan 4, 1999	9 km WNW of Mount Sterling, Kentucky	M2.5	24 km
Sep 27, 2009	22 km NNW of Hindman, Kentucky	M2.5	129 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

329 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 45 fatalities, 1,075 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 2, 2012	EF4	73 km	4
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	83 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	57 km	7
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	72 km	4
Apr 23, 1968	EF4	53 km	6
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	71 km	3
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	66 km	10
Feb 28, 2011	EF3	79 km	0
May 8, 2009	EF3	64 km	2
May 27, 2004	EF3	26 km	0
May 10, 2003	EF3	67 km	0
Jul 2, 1997	EF3	73 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	90 km	1
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	20 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	42 km	0
Apr 1, 1974	EF3	90 km	1
Apr 23, 1970	EF3	29 km	0
May 7, 1967	EF3	67 km	0
Jun 9, 1961	EF3	71 km	1
Feb 10, 1959	EF3	79 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,426 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	UNNAMED	5,426	98 km
1987	UNNAMED	3,401	99 km
2016	JETTS CREEK FIRE	3,021	99 km
2001	UNNAMED	2,874	99 km
1987	SPENCER RIDGE	2,556	79 km
1999	UNNAMED	1,778	67 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,679	88 km
2010	FISH TRAP COMPLEX	1,430	67 km
1999	AUXIER RIDGE	1,160	66 km
1999	SOUTH FORK	999	67 km
1987	UNNAMED	940	71 km
2022	PITTS ROAD	773	63 km
2001	WILLOW II	683	78 km
1999	UNNAMED	626	79 km
2013	WIND CAVE	622	81 km
2010	LITTLE DOE CREEK	612	66 km
2022	TRAVIS CREEK	606	91 km
2022	SMYTH CEMETERY ROAD	530	73 km
1999	UNNAMED	528	94 km
2007	KEENER POINT	500	81 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	32°F (0°C)	2.9 in	Coldest
February	34°F (1°C)	3.1 in
March	44°F (7°C)	4.4 in
April	53°F (12°C)	4.1 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	4.0 in
July	76°F (24°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
August	74°F (23°C)	3.8 in
September	68°F (20°C)	3.3 in
October	56°F (13°C)	2.8 in	Driest
November	45°F (7°C)	3.5 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.9 in

Paris has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (2.8").

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Paris is located in Bourbon County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.9% of the vote, a 33.5-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 51 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%

D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.9%
	35% below US avg
High School+	85.1%
Graduate Degree+	11.3%
School Test Score	5.40

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,271/sq mi
Total Area	8.0 sq mi
County	Bourbon County County

Services

Broadband Access	83.5%
Avg Download Speed	94.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	19.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	51
Restaurants	30
Retail Stores	56

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.3 min
Drive Alone	73.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Average costs for common services in Paris. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$226 ($135–$361)
Specialist Visit	$316 ($180–$496)
Urgent Care Visit	$180 ($90–$316)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,984 ($722–$4,510)
Dental Cleaning	$117 ($68–$180)
Dental Filling	$226 ($135–$361)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$41 ($23–$68)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$68 ($45–$108)
Brake Pad Replacement	$271 ($135–$451)
Tire Rotation	$36 ($18–$68)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$541 ($361–$902)
Battery Replacement	$180 ($90–$316)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$90 ($54–$135)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$81 ($45–$126)
HVAC Repair	$361 ($135–$722)
HVAC System Install	$6,314 ($3,608–$10,824)
Roof Repair	$902 ($361–$1,804)
Roof Replacement	$8,118 ($4,961–$13,530)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,353 ($451–$3,157)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,530 ($4,510–$27,060)
DUI Defense	$4,510 ($1,804–$9,020)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,353 ($722–$2,706)
Will Preparation	$451 ($180–$902)
Trust Preparation	$2,255 ($902–$4,510)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut	$50 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$135 ($68–$226)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure	$36 ($23–$59)
Massage (1 Hour)	$72 ($45–$117)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.70 ($2.71–$4.96)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.16 ($2.26–$4.51)
Loaf of Bread	$3.43 ($2.26–$4.96)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.06 ($2.71–$5.86)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.96 ($3.61–$6.77)
Rice (per lb)	$0.90 ($0.54–$1.62)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$126 ($72–$226)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$135)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$108)
Internet (Monthly)	$63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$59 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$77 ($45–$135)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$180 ($68–$451)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,804 ($1,082–$3,157)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$63 ($27–$117)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.22–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$90 ($27–$226)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($14–$68)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,082 ($541–$2,255)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$902 ($451–$1,804)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$361 ($180–$631)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$45 ($23–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$902 ($361–$2,255)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,275 ($4,510–$27,060)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$90 ($45–$180)
Dog Grooming	$54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$36 ($18–$68)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$271 ($135–$451)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$180 ($90–$361)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$848
Toddler	$724
Preschool	$724
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$721
Toddler	$652
Preschool	$652

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Bourbon County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	1,130	63	$47,432	1.60
Manufacturing	1,125	24	$73,614	1.93
Health Care & Social Assistance	618	72	$46,725	0.61
Wholesale Trade	612	31	$74,384	2.19
Accommodation & Food Services	527	32	$19,078	0.82
Construction	318	55	$65,746	0.85
Arts & Entertainment	211	23	$29,148	1.77
Finance & Insurance	171	25	$63,772	0.59
Other Services	165	33	$44,061	0.77
Administrative & Waste Services	162	30	$45,701	0.39
Unclassified	33	3	$24,046	3.34
Educational Services	31	8	$29,720	0.21
Information & Technology	27	16	$73,312	0.20
Real Estate	27	14	$48,417	0.25

Hospitals in Paris

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
BOURBON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(859) 987-3600

Schools in Paris

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Bourbon County High School	High	790	45	17.6:1
Bourbon County Middle School	Middle	593	37	16.0:1
Bourbon Central Elementary School	Elementary	483	31	15.6:1
Cane Ridge Elementary School	Elementary	464	30	15.5:1
Paris Elementary School	Elementary	307	23	13.3:1
Paris High School	High	221	14	15.8:1
Bourbon County Preschool Headstart	—	199	9	22.1:1
Paris Middle School	Middle	146	11	13.3:1
Paris Preschool Center	—	80	3	26.7:1

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Radio Stations near Paris

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WLXU 93.9 FM	—	MP3 128 kbps
NewsRadio 630 WLAP	news, talk	AAC

National Parks Near Paris

20 national parks and monuments found near Paris.

Park	Type	Fee
Adams Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Camp Nelson National Monument	National Monument	Free
East Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Boonesborough State Park	State Park	Free
General Butler State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Isaac Shelby Cemetery State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Kincaid Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lincoln Homestead State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Old Fort Harrod State Park	State Park	Free
Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site	State Park	Free
Rocky Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Taylorsville Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Versailles State Park	State Park	Free
Waveland State Historic Site	State Park	Free
William Howard Taft National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free

Historical Trends — Paris

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	9,805	$32,550
2015	9,864	$37,109
2017	9,828	$38,526
2019	9,664	$42,550
2021	10,209	$45,427
2023	10,139	$49,464

Museums in Paris

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MONROE MOOSICK MEDICIAL AND SCIENCE MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		8592338300	$64,763,636
MUSEUM OF EARLY PHILOSOPHICAL APPARATUS	GENERAL MUSEUM			$64,763,636
LIVING ARTS & SCIENCE CENTER	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8592552284	$1,834,731
KENTUCKY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM			$1,484,104
BLUEGRASS CONSERVANCY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8592554552	$514,061
AMERICAN SADDLE HORSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592592746	$478,345
HENRY CLAY MEMORIAL FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6062668581	$450,215
BLUE GRASS TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8592530362	$428,825
DRY STONE CONSERVANCY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8592664807	$390,619
KENTUCKY MANSIONS PRESERVATION FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	578 WEST MAIN STREET	8592339999	$289,093
MARY TODD LINCOLN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8592339999	$289,093
BLUEGRASS HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	217 SOUTH MAIN STREET	8597451358	$171,087
HOPEWELL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8599877274	$122,823
SCULPTURE TRAILS	ART MUSEUM		8596198891	$91,494
NICHOLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	223 N BROADWAY	8592895595	$38,859
LEXINGTON HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$36,935
HERITAGE ARTS AND SCIENCE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	651 W SHORT ST	8592555127	$30,066
HISTORIC RUDDLES MILLS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$636
ARBORETUM STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF KENTUCKY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	500 ALUMNI DRIVE
CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR THE STUDY OF KENTUCKY AFRICAN AMERICANS	GENERAL MUSEUM
FAYETTE CIRCUIT COURT PORTRAIT AND ART CHARITABLE TRUST	ART MUSEUM	250 W MAIN ST STE 2700	3043211755
GAINESWAY FARM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	3750 PARIS PIKE
HARRISON CO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	101 E PLEASANT ST
HISTORIC WESTERN SUBURB NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUNT-MORGAN HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2016645578
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE HORSE	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592594232
KENTUCKY DOLL AND TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592893344
KENTUCKY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
LEXINGTON CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8592583256
LEXINGTON PUBLIC SAFETY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	215 WEST MAIN STREET	8592256351
MORGANS MEN ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
PARTNERS IN PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2497 LIBERTY ROAD
PHOTOGRAPIC ARCHIVES	GENERAL MUSEUM
RON SPRIGGS EXHIBIT OF TUSKEGEE AIRMEN	HISTORY MUSEUM		8597563636
SHUMAKER'S ART SUPPLIES	ART MUSEUM		8592540930
THOROUGHBRED BREEDERS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
TRANSYLVANIA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592338229
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY - LEXINGTON ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8592576955
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM		8592575716
WILLIAM S. WEBB MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8592578208

Libraries in Paris

Name	Address	Annual Visits
LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	140 EAST MAIN STREET	1,894,289
CLARK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	370 SOUTH BURNS AVENUE	134,088
PARIS-BOURBON COUNTY LIBRARY	701 HIGH STREET	101,712
CYNTHIANA-HARRISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	104 NORTH MAIN STREET	100,924
NICHOLAS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	223 NORTH BROADWAY	30,326

Farmers Markets in Paris

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bluegrass Farmers' Market, Inc.	1837 Plaudit Place	04/18/2015 to 10/31/2015	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Cynthiana-Harrison County Farmers' Market	Flat Run Veterans Park, Oddville Ave	05/02/2015 to 09/26/2015	Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Paris/Bourbon County Farmers Market II	720 High Street	01/01/2012 to 12/31/2012
The Lexington Farmers' Market	201 W Main St.	04/13/2013 to 11/30/2013	Sat: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
The Lexington Farmers' Market - Winter	398 South Broadway	05/02/2013 to 11/26/2013	Tue: 7:00 AM-4:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-4:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Winchester Clark County Farmers' Market	1 Depot St	05/01/2015 to 10/03/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes

Breweries in Paris

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Alltech	Brewers	555 Rolling Hills Ln	8597445272
Alltech Inc	Brewers, Bar	361 Rolling Hills Ln	8597374161
Alltech's Lexington Brewing Company	Beer Homebrewing Equipment & Supplies, Brewers, Beer & Ale, Wineries	401 Cross St	8592552337, 8598873406, 8592526004	Visit
Big Blue Pedaler	Private Tours, Bar, Club & Pub Tours, Brewery Tours, Bike Tours, Nightlife, Food & Drink, Outdoor Ac	266 Jefferson St	18594696929
Blue Stallion Brewing Co	Bars, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewers, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores, Night Clubs	610 W Third St	8779282337, 8592534325, 8592430827	Visit
Brewing & Distilling Anlytcl	Brewers, Wineries, Business Management Consultants	128 Shady Ln	8592782533
Country Boy Brewing	Brewery	436 Chair Ave	8595546200	Visit
Ethereal Brewing	Brewery	1224 Manchester St	8593091254	Visit
Kentucky Ale Taproom	Brewery	207 Legends Ln	8594227867
Kentucky Brewing Co	Lexington Ky, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Lexington Brewers, Lexington, KY, (1), wholesale, manufact	122 W Maxwell St	8592812793
West Sixth Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	501 W Sixth St	18597050915

Nursing Homes in Paris

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
BOURBON HEIGHTS NURSING HOME 2000 SOUTH MAIN STREET	Non profit - Corporation	99	67	2/5	—	5/5	1/5	8599875750

Pharmacies in Paris

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 3016	101 LACY LANE	859-988-9753
MEDICINE STOP PHARMACY	1339 MAIN STREET	859-987-4023
RITE AID - 3914	103 ASH DRIVE	859-987-1210
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 493	305 LETTON DRIVE	859-987-4213
WILSON DRUG	2015 MAIN STREET	859-987-5255

Cell Towers in Paris

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
0.4 KM NE OF SR 36 2.9 KM NE (76269)	GTOWER	129
0.4 KM NE OF SR 36 2.9 KM NE	TOWER	129
1062 MAYSVILLE ROAD (76289)	GTOWER	126
Millersburg - Secondary Status INTERSECTION OF US-68 AND HWY-386	TOWER	126
690 STONER EPHESES ROAD	GTOWER	110
690 Stoner Ephesus Road	TOWER	110
319 Morris Rd	GTOWER	98
(Athens site) 5798 Athens-Boonsboro Rd	GTOWER	92
600 LITTLE STONER RD	TOWER	91
249 BRENTSVILLE ROAD	LTOWER	91
249 BRENTSVILLE RD	TOWER	91
344 Prescott Rd	LTOWER	90
1123 KY Hwy 392 (82289)	LTOWER	82
281 WELLS ROAD	LTOWER	79
Clintonville2 977 Austerlitz Rd	TOWER	61
Hwy 27 (101058)	LTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Paris

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Bourbon County Fire Department	345 E Main ST	Mostly volunteer	859-987-2141
Clintonville Volunteer Fire Department	108 Austerlitz RD	Volunteer	859-988-0217
Hutchison Station Volunteer Fire Department	1775 Bethlehem RD	Volunteer	859-987-7213
Paris Fire Department	313 High ST	Mostly career	859-987-2120

Power Plants Near Paris

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
PARIS (KY)	PETROLEUM LIQUIDS	221112	-84.2	OP

Bridges in Paris

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1975	22	15,251	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	160	7,679	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1975	160	7,679	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1998	142	7,220	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1998	142	7,220	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	244	5,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1975	242	5,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	140	5,447	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	31	5,395	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	31	5,395	G
Culvert	Concrete	1948	25	5,074	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1948	132	5,074	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	123	3,932	F
Culvert	Concrete	1943	61	3,794	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	58	3,015	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	21	3,015	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	49	2,248	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1937	80	2,061	F
Culvert	Concrete	1988	28	2,040	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	32	2,040	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1962	211	1,953	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	97	1,925	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1997	36	1,791	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1940	68	1,710	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1973	30	1,701	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1937	81	1,666	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1966	129	1,554	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1936	80	1,238	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1953	63	1,237	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1939	130	1,221	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	31	946	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1951	56	946	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	26	901	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	25	825	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	34	763	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1965	67	545	F
Culvert	Concrete	1981	32	544	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	32	506	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1965	26	444	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1965	30	444	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2014	24	410	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	47	410	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	54	400	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1999	73	330	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2016	26	243	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2017	75	175	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2010	50	175	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	46	171	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	50	96	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	50	96	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	2009	167	68	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1930	77	68	F

Correctional Facilities in Paris

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BOURBON COUNTY REGIONAL DETENTION CENTER	101 LEGION DR	COUNTY	245	200	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Paris

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
3M CYNTHIANA	1308 NEW LAIR RD	HARRISON
3M CYNTHIANA	1308 NEW LAIR RD	HARRISON
3M CYNTHIANA	1308 NEW LAIR RD	HARRISON
3M CYNTHIANA	1308 NEW LAIR RD	HARRISON
KENTUCKY UTILITIES - HANCOCK POWER PLANT	745 N. LIMESTONE	FAYETTE
LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL INC	740 W NEW CIRCLE RD	FAYETTE
LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL INC	740 W NEW CIRCLE RD	FAYETTE

Airports Near Paris

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Blue Grass Airport	LEX	Medium Airport
Central Kentucky Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Air Castle Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander Salamon Airport	—	Small Airport
Berea-Richmond Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Haven Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Brennan Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown County Airport	—	Small Airport
Buzzard's Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Caintuckee Airport	—	Small Airport
Capital City Airport	FFT	Small Airport
Cartersville Airport	—	Small Airport
Charlie Bravo's Airport	—	Small Airport
Clarks Field	—	Small Airport
Coal Field	—	Small Airport
Colby Airport	—	Small Airport
Cynthiana-Harrison County Airport	—	Small Airport
Fleming Mason Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field	—	Small Airport
Gallatin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Gene Snyder Airport	—	Small Airport
Georgetown-Scott County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Harold Reynolds Airport	—	Small Airport
Herbs Field	—	Small Airport
High Point Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Hisle Field	—	Small Airport
Jbr Airport	—	Small Airport
Jordan Hill Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Kitty Hawk Farm Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Lucas Field	—	Small Airport
Madi's Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Kinney Field	—	Small Airport
Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Sterling Montgomery County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airfield	—	Small Airport
Mueller Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
One Oak Airport	—	Small Airport
Owen Air Park	—	Small Airport
Pumpkin Field	—	Small Airport
Renick Field	—	Small Airport
Rogers International Airport	—	Small Airport
Ryan Field	—	Small Airport
Schroder Airport	—	Small Airport
Scudder Field	—	Small Airport
Socks Flyers Airport	—	Small Airport
Soggy Bottom Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Stanton Airport	—	Small Airport
Steele's Bottom Airport	—	Small Airport
Stuart Powell Field	—	Small Airport
Sunny Ridge Landing	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Paris

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Carlisle Police Department	107 East Chestnut Street
Fayette Sheriff's Office	North Limestone
Lexington Police Department	150 East Main Street
Millersburg Police Department	1113 Main Street
University Police Station	305 Euclid Avenue

Grocery Stores in Paris

17 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Apple Market 530	Convenience Store	338 E Main St
Blackberry Mart	Convenience Store	1602 Main St
Circle K 4703201	Convenience Store	100 Lacy Ln
CVS PHARMACY 3016	Other	101 Lacy Ln
Dollar General 15202	Other	139 E Main St
Dollar Tree 3717	Other	235 Letton Dr
Estepps Paris 5	Convenience Store	4107 Lexington Rd
Family Dollar 3217	Other	1004 Main St
Michael's Foodmart	Convenience Store	200 W 8th St
Murphy USA 7414	Convenience Store	404 Letton Dr
Paris Bp	Convenience Store	101 Corporate Way
Paris Market	Convenience Store	1450 Main St
Save A Lot Paris 24902	Supermarket	2236 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Speedway 9578	Convenience Store	1559 Main St
The Farmers Market of Paris and Bourbon County Inc	Farmers and Markets	720 High St
Walgreens 18005	Other	103 Ash Dr
Walmart SUPERCENTER 493	Super Store	305 Letton Dr

Treatment Centers in Paris

22 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Bourbon Community Hospital - Bourbon Behavioral Health	Both	859-987-1139
Changed Lives Mental Health and - Substance Abuse Counseling LLC	Substance Abuse	859-368-4105
Changed Lives Substance - Abuse Counseling LLC	Substance Abuse	859-368-4105
Chrysalis House Inc - Chrysalis Court Program	Substance Abuse	859-977-2501
Deborah Spicer LCSW LCADC	Substance Abuse	859-235-0800
DJG LLC - Primary Purpose Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	859-699-3046
DJG LLC - Primary Purpose Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	859-699-3046
DJG LLC - Primary Purpose Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	859-699-3046
DJG LLC - Primary Purpose Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	859-699-3046
Eastern State Hospital	Both	859-246-8000
Hope Center - Don and Cathy Jacobs House	Substance Abuse	859-543-2222
Hope Center - Recovery Program	Substance Abuse	859-225-4673
JourneyPure - Lexington	Substance Abuse	844-409-3477
Mountain Comprehensive Care Center	Substance Abuse	859-737-2900
New Leaf Recovery and Wellness - DeNova Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	859-771-5766
New Vista - Clark County Outpatient Clinic	Both	859-744-2562
New Vista - Harrison County Outpatient Clinic	Both	859-234-6940
New Vista - Schwartz Center	Substance Abuse	859-246-7282
PATHways Program UK Healthcare	Substance Abuse	859-218-6165
Shepherds House Inc	Substance Abuse	859-252-1939
Spero Health	Substance Abuse	859-687-9725
Sunrise Childrens Services - Southern Bluegrass Region TFC	Mental Health	859-455-8185

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paris

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT LIFE WORSHIP CENTER OF PARIS KENTUCKY INC	611 OLD PEACOCK RD
BOURBON COUNTY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION INC	PO BOX 605
CALVARY CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PARIS INC	PO BOX 333
CENTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH INC	252 RUSSELL CAVE RD
CHRIST TEMPLE APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF PARIS KY INC	PO BOX 226
CLINTONVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	141 AUSTERLITZ RD
FIELD OF HARVEST CHURCH OF GOD	695 ARDERY RD
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	911 HIGH ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 5805
LAY WITNESS BROADCASTING INC	1811 CYNTHIANA-MILLERSBURG ROAD
PLEASANT VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH	863 LYLESVILLE ST
PROTESTANT CHURCH INTERNATIONAL INC	2707 PINE GROVE RD
RUGGED CROSS COWBOY CHURCH INC	193 ISGRIG LN
SEVENTH ST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	YDBOX 189
TOUCH OF JESUS MINISTRIES INC	428 HOUSTON OAKS DR
TRINITY CHURCH OF GOD	996 CLINTONVILLE RD
VEACHES CHAPEL CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	236 BRENTSVILLE RD
WORD BROKER MINISTRIES INC	172 OLD POST RD
WORNALL FOUNDATION INC	1100 TOWNSEND VALLEY RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paris

What is the population of Paris?

Paris has a population of 10,107 residents and is located in Kentucky. The population density is 1,271 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Paris expensive to live in?

Paris is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,464, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $182,100 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Paris safe?

Paris is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 162 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,065 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Paris receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Paris?

Paris has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Paris?

The job market in Paris is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,023. There are 646 business establishments in the area, including 30 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Paris?

The median home value in Paris is $182,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,048. For renters, the median monthly rent is $728. Fair market rent is $794 for a 1-bedroom and $984 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,318.

How are the schools in Paris?

Schools in Paris score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.9% of adults in Paris hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. 11.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Paris?

The obesity rate in Paris is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 20.7% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 58.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,556.

What is transportation like in Paris?

The average commute in Paris is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Paris?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Paris is 81.9% White, 8.2% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 21.9% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Cynthiana, KY 6,412 pop · 12.7 mi Winchester, KY 19,133 pop · 14.4 mi Georgetown, KY 38,206 pop · 14.8 mi Lexington-Fayette urban county, KY 321,122 pop · 14.9 mi Carlisle, KY 2,356 pop · 15.2 mi Mount Sterling, KY 7,549 pop · 19.9 mi Midway, KY 1,748 pop · 22.8 mi Versailles, KY 10,382 pop · 26.7 mi Nicholasville, KY 31,625 pop · 26.8 mi Jeffersonville, KY 1,937 pop · 27.5 mi Owingsville, KY 1,977 pop · 28.4 mi Clay City, KY 1,352 pop · 30.0 mi Wilmore, KY 6,031 pop · 30.8 mi Frankfort, KY 28,452 pop · 32.2 mi

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Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 24/26

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Climate & Environment 16/19

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