Paris

Lamar County, Texas

Population 51K |Median income $61,880 |1 hospital

Population

50,669

Lamar County

Median Income

$61,880

-9% vs avg

Median Home Value

$200,700

-12% vs avg

Median Age

39.7

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

51K+2%

Median Income

$61,880+54%

Median Home Value

$200,700+135%

Poverty Rate

19%-1%

Unemployment

4%-47%

Economics

Median Rent

$949/mo

Poverty Rate

19% +34% vs avg

Unemployment 4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 21.6%

Work From Home 9%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 75.1%

African American 12.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 2.3%

Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

39.9%

Short Sleep Duration

38.6%

Obesity

38.5%

Physical Inactivity

30.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

19%

Current Smoking

16.7%

Binge Drinking

16.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.6%

Diabetes

14.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

14.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.5%

Dental Visit 52.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.8%

Stroke

4.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

PARIS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

PARIS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Paris Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Paris, TX? ▼

Paris, TX has a population of 50,669 people, located in Lamar County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Paris? ▼

The median household income in Paris, TX is $61,880 per year. The poverty rate is 19%.

What is the median home value in Paris? ▼

The median home value in Paris, TX is $200,700. Median rent is $949/month.

What are the top health concerns in Paris? ▼

The top health indicators in Paris include High Blood Pressure (39.9%), Short Sleep Duration (38.6%), Obesity (38.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Paris? ▼

Paris has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Paris? ▼

The median age in Paris, TX is 39.7 years. 21.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Paris, TX is located in Lamar County, Texas. With a population of 51K and a median household income of $61,880, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Paris area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lamar County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.