Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
21%
Paris
Paris, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$833
Population
29,146
Renter Mix
52% Rent
Sit back and relax in the affordable suburbs of Paris
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A relaxing suburban oasis tucked away in Lamar County, Paris is the perfect place to settle down in Texas. To reflect its famous name, the city of Paris has a Texas version of the Eiffel Tower, reaching 65 feet and topped with a cowboy hat. This charming, eclectic town offers supermarkets and a variety of home goods and clothing stores at Paris Towne Center.
Enjoy a variety of both chain and local eateries like Paris Bakery, Jaxx Burgers, and Shogun Japanese House. Paris has a historic downtown district that features local businesses and a historic fountain in the center of town. Community parks and family-friendly streets are waiting for you in Paris. If you enjoy a slower pace of life, a close-knit community, and a secluded suburban atmosphere, Paris is the place for you!
Explore the City
Families enjoy various activities at the Paris Sports Complex in Paris.
Paris boasts a rich history that includes a vibrant downtown area and local shops.
The Eiffel Tower replica in Paris, Texas, attracts many visitors yearly.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$38,659
Average: $53,837
Education
4,657
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,326
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Paris has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Paris, TX is $595 for a studio, $833 for one bedroom, $1,042 for two bedrooms, and $1,229 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Paris has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$833/month
588 Sq Ft
House
$1,695/month
1,473 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Paris, TX is 10.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Paris is 23.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $595 - $1,229. You can expect to pay 7.4% less for groceries, 4.7% less for utilities, and 4.0% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Paris, TX is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
593 Students
Public
Grades K-5
300 Students
Public
Grades K-5
552 Students
Public
Grades K-5
937 Students
Public
Grades K-5
560 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
522 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
264 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
528 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
934 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
727 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
322 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
43 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.