Paris, MI

Michigan

Paris is a small town in Michigan with a population of 172. Residents earn $48,571 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
172 Population 200/sq mi density
$48,571 Median Income $35,880 per capita
$136,600 Home Value
$948 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,600 home value, $948/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,571
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $948
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population172
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,571
Per Capita$35,880
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$1,626M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,600
Rent$948
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155
Rent Burden20.9%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking17.0%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation948 ft (289 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+17.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute40 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries6

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $48,571, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paris is $136,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $948 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Paris has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 61.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Paris has a population of 172 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 8.7% Hispanic.

Population

172
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is $48,571, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,571
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,880
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$60,778

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)696
County GDP$1,626M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare102
Retail151
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.2 min
Drive Alone44.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Paris is $136,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $948 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,600
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$948
18% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Paris, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits65.3%
Premature Death8,230/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities102
Paris has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall61.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation948 ft (289 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates43.7821°N, 85.5075°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+17.1%
School Test Score5.23
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants78
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.2 min
Drive Alone44.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home38.3%

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