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Paris, ON

Ontario · Hamilton Metro

Paris is a small city in Ontario with a population of 12,310. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
12,310 Population 27/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher 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

Population12,310
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units4,924
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation850 ft (259 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. 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 $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paris is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow.

Paris has a population of 12,310 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 458.1 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

12,310
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
458.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 382 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)382

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Paris is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,924 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units4,924

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Paris receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 39.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 850 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Area458.1 sq mi (1,186.4 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates43.2000°N, 80.3833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 39.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.94"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Feb 6, 2023.

Jan 26, 2001 8 km NNW of Edgewood, Ohio M3.9 144 km
Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 125 km
Feb 6, 2023 1 km NE of West Seneca, New York M3.8 135 km
Jun 3, 2001 3 km N of Edgewood, Ohio M3.4 147 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 124 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 130 km
May 25, 1995 3 km NW of Amherst, New York M3.0 128 km
Jun 16, 2004 11 km NNW of Angola on the Lake, New York M2.9 117 km
Mar 28, 2005 16 km NW of Virgil, Canada M2.8 90 km
Mar 8, 2008 5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York M2.7 148 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 141 km
Sep 20, 2009 20 km ESE of Oakville, Canada M2.6 79 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 147 km
Dec 17, 1990 5 km SSE of Middleboro, Pennsylvania M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1823 LAKE ERIE Unknown 2.7 m - 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
May 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
July 71°F (21°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in

Paris has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 21°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area458.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Paris

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cobblestone Elementary School - - - -
Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School - - - -
Holy Family School - - - -
Paris Central Public School - - - -
North Ward School - - - -
Paris District High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Paris

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
570 News Kitchener local news AAC+ 47 kbps
CFRU 93.3 - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Laurier alternative, college radio MP3 128 kbps
New Country 93.3 (US) country MP3 64 kbps
CBC Radio One - Kitchener-Waterloo, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (AAC Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary AAC+ 57 kbps
CING-FM "Energy 95.3" Hamilton, ON (MP3 Stream) corus media, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
CFMU 93.3 McMaster University Radio - Hamilton, ON community radio, multicultural MP3 128 kbps
CHYM 96.7 pop AAC+ 47 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo DI community alternative MP3 128 kbps
CKMS-FM Radio Waterloo S2 community radio MP3 128 kbps
CIKZ "Country 106.7" Kitchener, ON country AAC+ 47 kbps
98.5 CKWR Real Community Radio community, local radio MP3 320 kbps
CKWR 98.5 "Real Community Radio" Kitchener, ON community radio, multingual MP3 320 kbps
CKGL "City News 570" Kitchener, ON news talk AAC+ 47 kbps
CJIQ 88.3 Conestoga College - Kitchener, ON alternative rock, campus radio AAC+ 55 kbps
New Country 96.3 FM (US) - AAC+ 48 kbps
RiderRadioRocks.com (US) - MP3 192 kbps
CKRZ 100.3 "Voice of the Grand" Ohsweken, ON community radio, indigenous MP3 96 kbps
CHTG-FM 92.9 "The Grand" Caledonia, ON classic hits AAC+ 32 kbps
CKOT-FM 101.3 Giant FM classic rock canada, classic rock AAC+ 32 kbps
CJDL "Country 107.3" Tillsonburg, ON country, rogers media UNKNOWN
CKOT-FM "Easy 101.3" Tillsonburg, ON adult contemporary, rogers media UNKNOWN

Museums in Paris

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canadian Military Heritage Museum
Doon Heritage Village
Doon Heritage Village
Drumbo and District Museum
Fashion History Museum
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Homer Watson House & Gallery
Joseph Schneider Haus
Joseph Schneider Haus
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum
Norwich Museum and Archives
Paris Museum & Historical Society
Princeton & District Museum
St. George-South Dumfries Museum
The Gallery
The Gallery

Libraries in Paris

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brantford Public Library - Main Branch0.0
Brantford Public Library - St. Paul Branch0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Clemens Mill0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Hespeler0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Old Post Office0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Preston0.0
Cambridge Public Library - Queen's Square0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Burford Branch0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Glen Morris Branch0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Paris Branch0.0
County of Brant Public Library - Scotland-Oakland Branch0.0
County Of Brant Public Library - St. George Branch0.0
Hamilton Public Library - Lynden Branch0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Country Hills0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Forest Heights0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park0.0
Kitchener Public Library - Pioneer Park0.0
Oxford County Library - Norwich0.0
Oxford County Library - Plattsville0.0
Oxford County Library - Princeton0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - Ayr Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Region Of Waterloo Library - New Dundee Branch0.0
Southwest Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Paris

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brantford Farmers' Market
Kitchener Market
The Gem Marketplace

Hotels in Paris

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arilington Hotel

Cafes in Paris

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Capeesh
Dog-Eared Café
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Clinics in Paris

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paris Medical Center
Willett Urgent Care Centre

Veterinaries in Paris

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paris Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Paris

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Pioneer
Wrights Variety GOCO

Banks in Paris

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
TD
Your Neighbourhood Credit Union

Breweries in Paris

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Short Finger Brewing Company
Short Finger Brewing Company
Sparrow Brewing & Roasting Co.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
Twas Now Brewing Inc.
TWB Co-operative Brewing
TWB Co-operative Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Paris

TeamLeagueDivision
Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

Ski Resorts Near Paris

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glen Eden 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Paris

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brampton-Caledon Airport-Medium Airport
Brantford Municipal Airport-Medium Airport
John C. Munro Hamilton International AirportYHMMedium Airport
Region of Waterloo International AirportYKFMedium Airport
St Thomas Municipal AirportYQSMedium Airport
Arthur (Metz Field)-Small Airport
Arthur (Peskett Field)-Small Airport
Arthur South Airport-Small Airport
Atwood / Coghlin Airport-Small Airport
Bellamy Airport-Small Airport
Belwood (Baird Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Ellen Field)-Small Airport
Belwood (Wright Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Burlington Executive Airpark-Small Airport
Bushhawk Creek Airport-Small Airport
Cambridge / Reid's Field-Small Airport
Campbellville (Bellshill Airpark)-Small Airport
Cayuga Airport (Bruce Field)-Small Airport
Cayuga East Airport-Small Airport
Ceilidh Airport-Small Airport
Chapeskie Field Airport-Small Airport
Cherry Hill Field-Small Airport
Conestogo / Largo Woods Field-Small Airport
Courtland / Tillsonburg Flying Club Field-Small Airport
Damascus Field-Small Airport
Delhi Airport-Small Airport
Elmira (East) Airport-Small Airport
Elmira Airport-Small Airport
Elora Airport-Small Airport
Erin Northwest Airport-Small Airport
Fergus (Royland Field)-Small Airport
Flamboro Centre Airport-Small Airport
Fordwich Airport-Small Airport
Gamble Field-Small Airport
Grand River Executive Airport-Small Airport
Grand Valley (Black Field)-Small Airport
Grand Valley/Martin Field-Small Airport
Guelph Airport-Small Airport
Harydale Farms Airport-Small Airport
Heid Field-Small Airport
Holyoake Airfield-Small Airport
Innerkip Airport-Small Airport
Juergensen Field-Small Airport
Listowel Airport-Small Airport
Little's Farm-Small Airport
London Soaring Society-Small Airport
Lubitz Field-Small Airport
Nixon Airport-Small Airport
Orangeville / Brundle Field-Small Airport
Orangeville / Laurel Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Paris

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post

Treatment Centers in Paris

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CBI Health Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paris

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cedarview Church
Etonia United Church
Grand Valley Christian Centre
J. H. Blair Memorial Auditorium
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Masjid Sayyidna Bilal
New Apostolic Church
Paris Baptist Church
Paris Plains Church
Paris Presbyterian Church
Sacred Heart Church
Saint Paul's United Church
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
St. James

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paris

What is the population of Paris?

Paris has a population of 12,310 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 458.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Paris expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Paris safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Paris receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Paris?

Paris has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 39.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Paris?

The unemployment rate in Paris is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 382 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Paris?

The median home value in Paris is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Paris?

32.9% of adults in Paris hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Paris?

The average commute in Paris is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Paris?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Paris is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

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