What are the schools like in Paris, MI?

Paris is served primarily by Big Jackson School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.0:1.

What is the median household income in Paris?

The median household income in Paris, MI is $30,469 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Paris, MI?

Paris has an average high temperature of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 61.3 inches.

Paris, MI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Paris, MI?

Crime rate data for Paris is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Paris, MI a Good Place to Live?

Paris is a small town of 279 in Michigan, with a median household income of $30,469 .

Strengths: Paris stands out for solid school ratings (A).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Paris is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Paris city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Paris metro area.

Metric	Paris, MI	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$948	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	49.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$30,469	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Paris is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Paris is served primarily by Big Jackson School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Paris, MI	National Avg
School District	Big Jackson School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Paris sees average highs of 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July, with 37.9 inches of annual precipitation and 61.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Paris, MI
Average High — January	28.2°F
Average High — July	81.3°F
Annual Precipitation	37.9"
Annual Snowfall	61.3"

Demographics

Metric	Paris, MI	National Avg
Population	279	—
Median Age	30.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	62.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	31.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.4%	22.2%
65 and over	20.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hersey, MI 6 mi Big Rapids, MI 6 mi Reed City, MI 6 mi Stanwood, MI 14 mi Evart, MI 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Paris

Paris, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

49338

Paris vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paris, MI affordable or expensive?

Paris has a median home value of N/A and median rent of $948/month against a median household income of $30,469.

What is the crime rate in Paris, MI?

Crime data for Paris is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Paris?

Public schools in Paris are operated by Big Jackson School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.0:1. 27.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Paris, MI a good place to live?

Paris, MI has a population of 279, a median household income of $30,469, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Paris?

Paris averages 28.2°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.9 inches with about 61.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Paris?

Paris, MI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 49338.

What is the population of Paris?

The population of Paris, Michigan is 279 with a median age of 30.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Paris?

Key numbers for living in Paris: median home N/A, median household income $30,469, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Paris side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.