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Paris

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  • B-
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Illinois
  • 13 reviews
    B-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B-
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      B
    4. Nightlife
      B
    5. Good for Families
      C+
    6. Diversity
      C+
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      C+
    9. Cost of Living
      A
    10. Health & Fitness
      B
    11. Outdoor Activities
      C+
    12. Commute
      B+
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    Paris is a town in Illinois with a population of 8,446. Paris is in Edgar County. Living in Paris offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Paris and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Paris are above average.
    Population
    8,446

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $72,600
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $612
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      33%
    • Own
      67%
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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      605.8
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      121.2
      40.7
    • Robbery
      12.1
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      1,102.6
      500.1
    • Theft
      714.9
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      145.4
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    C+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      13%
    • 10-17 years
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      11%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      14%
    • 65+ years
      21%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      6%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      10%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      31%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      40%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      14%
      13%

    Working in Paris

    Jobs
    B
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $38,833
    National
    $55,322
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    Paris Reviews

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    I think it all depends on how you look at it. I would definitely like to see some changes to this town. We have more bars than anything else and not enough activities for the children. I would really like to see some more family oriented place here. We have a few things for kids to do, but a lot of them are only certain times. We need to have more events for families. Although we do need these things I do like the small town atmosphere here. It's not a big city and the traffic is not real bad. The best place to live around here would be in the country, it is really peaceful and it helps you clear your mind.
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    Paris, IL is the town that I was born, raised and currently reside. We have several factories which are the backbone to our community because without them, are town would be very little and not offer much. We take pride in our community and the school system tries to give our students the best education for each student. In addition, the teachers of the school help the students prepare for their future and give them the best advice and guidance in order for that student to succeed. The best quality of Paris, is that we are a caring community and will step up to the plate to help a family in need, if needed. Which most of the bigger cities do not always provide for their communities.
    Small town farming community that is highly invested in its youth. Very generous business owners pay it forward to local school and charity programs. Athletics are always supported by the community, which major success in Girls bball, boys baseball, as well as hs cheer.