Paris, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Bourbon County County
Paris, KY
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 $49,464 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,030. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 646 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Paris is $182,100 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,298. Median rent is $728/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Paris reports 139 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 815/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in Paris hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Paris has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches.