Paris, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Paris is a small town in Virginia with a population of 58.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
58 Population 232/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $39,803 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
51.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 51.7%
53% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.5%
178% higher than US avg

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

People

Population58
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,803
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty34.5%
County GDP$612M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership28.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation719 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+51.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Broadband28.0%
Libraries1

Is Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paris receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Paris stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

Paris is a highly educated community — 51.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Paris has a population of 58 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

58
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paris is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,803
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$104,526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.5%
178% above US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$612M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare26
Retail46
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,984
14% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

28.6% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Homeownership28.6%
Owner-Occupied28.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,984
14% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate65.0%
Premature Death7,634/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Paris has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates39.0013°N, 77.9501°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51043
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 51.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.9-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+51.7%
53% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants25
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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