What are the schools like in Paris, PA?

Paris is served primarily by Burgettstown Area SD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.0:1.

What is the median household income in Paris?

The median household income in Paris, PA is $80,795 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

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

Q: Is Paris, PA affordable or expensive?

Paris's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Paris is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $172,700 and the median rent is $960 per month.

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

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

Q: What is the weather like in Paris, PA?

Paris has an average high temperature of 36.5°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 44.1 inches.

Is Paris, PA a Good Place to Live?

Paris is a small town of 635 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $80,795 . Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Paris stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. 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

Index: 94.4

Paris's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Paris costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Paris, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$172,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$960	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$80,795	$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 Burgettstown Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Paris, PA	National Avg
School District	Burgettstown Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Paris sees average highs of 36.5°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 43.2 inches of annual precipitation and 44.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Paris, PA
Average High — January	36.5°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	43.2"
Annual Snowfall	44.1"

Demographics

Metric	Paris, PA	National Avg
Population	635	—
Median Age	50.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.6%	22.2%
65 and over	22.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Weirton, WV 3 mi Colliers, WV 4 mi Langeloth, PA 6 mi Frankfort Springs, PA 6 mi Pottery Addition, OH 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Paris

Paris, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15021

Paris vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paris, PA affordable or expensive?

Paris's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Paris roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $172,700 and median rent is $960/month.

What is the crime rate in Paris, PA?

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 Burgettstown Area SD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.0:1. 12.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Paris, PA a good place to live?

Paris, PA has a population of 635, a median household income of $80,795, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 36.5°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.2 inches with about 44.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Paris?

Paris, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15021.

What is the population of Paris?

The population of Paris, Pennsylvania is 635 with a median age of 50.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Paris?

Key numbers for living in Paris: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $172,700, median household income $80,795, schools rated B. 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.