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Paris, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Paris is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 657. Residents earn $84,632 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
657 Population 311/sq mi density
$84,632 Median Income $37,517 per capita
$198,300 Home Value
$960 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,632 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,300 home value, $960/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,632
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population657
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density311/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,632
Per Capita$37,517
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,249M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,300
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units318
Rent Burden27.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries3

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $84,632, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paris is $198,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Paris has a population of 657 with a density of 311 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%).

Population

657
Total Population
311
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is $84,632, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,632
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,517
Avg Weekly Wage$1,009
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)901
County GDP$1,249M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare72
Retail90
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Paris is $198,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,300
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units318
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,384
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
Paris has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,120 ft (341 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates40.4104°N, 80.5067°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54029
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density311/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants68
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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