Paris, TN

Tennessee

Paris is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 10,313. Residents earn $39,365 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,313 Population 799/sq mi density
$39,365 Median Income $27,557 per capita
$142,700 Home Value $208,059 Zillow
$763 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
423 Violent Crime/100K 5,007 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$39,365 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$142,700 home value, $763/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
423 violent crimes/100K (11% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,365
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,700
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 423/100K
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.9%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10,313
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density799/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,365
Per Capita$27,557
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty19.9%
County GDP$1,723M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,700
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,059

Crime

F
Violent423/100K
Property5,007/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault295/100K
Burglary1,092/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Elevation444 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute17 min
EV Stations7
Libraries1

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Paris has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paris is $39,365, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 19.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paris is $142,700, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 423 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,007 per 100,000, 155% above the national average.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Paris enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches, including 5.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Paris has a population of 10,313 with a density of 799 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.4%), with 18.2% Black.

Population

10,313
Total Population
799
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
12.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is $39,365, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,365
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,557
Avg Weekly Wage$918
IRS Avg AGI$62,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.9%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)834
County GDP$1,723M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare81
Retail133
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,804
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Paris is $142,700, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,700
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,059
Median List Price$186,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$186,500
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops14.0%
Inventory50

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,804
20% below US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In Paris, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death12,808/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities81
Paris has a violent crime rate of 423 per 100,000 residents, 11% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,007 per 100,000 (155% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent423.0/100K
11% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape39.4/100K
Robbery88.5/100K
Assault295.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,006.9/100K
155% above US avg
Burglary1,091.9/100K
Theft3,797.0/100K
Vehicle Theft118.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Paris has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall5.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation444 ft (135 m)
Area12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²)
Population Density799/sq mi
Coordinates36.2927°N, 88.3081°W
County FIPS47079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 55.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density799/sq mi
Total Area12.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants61
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Work from Home4.6%

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