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Paris, TX vs Elizabethton, TN

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Are people in Elizabethton older or younger than people in Paris?
- The Median Age in Elizabethton is 1.6 years older than in Paris.

Are housing costs cheaper in Elizabethton or Paris?
- Elizabethton housing costs are 23.9% more expensive than Paris housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Elizabethton or Paris?
- The average commute for residents of Elizabethton is 4.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Paris.

Things to do in Paris?
Paris, Texas is located in Lamar County near the Oklahoma border and has a population estimated at 26,000 residents over 7 square miles of land area. Notable attractions include Sulphur River Wildlife Refuge and Fielder House Museum.

Things to do in Elizabethton?
Elizabethton, TN is an inviting town northeast of Johnson City full of amazing places to explore like Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area presenting its distinctive landscape or Doe River great for outdoor activities; their annual event Carter County Apple Festival brings people together with food and games every October.

 Paris, TXElizabethton, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock14,112329,725,481
 Median Income$36,415  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.638.4
 Avg. Home Price$153,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time16.29  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Paris    13 Reviews

It's a city where the city administration [ City Mayor, Commissioners, City Manager, DA of the County, & Police Dept] - protects the gangs/  More

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The cost of living runs close to 30% lower than the average for the US. The local parish, Our Lady of Victory, can accommodate another 100 - 200 families. The State of  More

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Over 14 years ago

Paris is a very small city, it is basically for retirees, not much to offer here. The cost of living is the BEST thing I can say about Paris and that the people are  More

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Reviews for Elizabethton    2 Reviews

If you like hot humid weather all summer long, this is the place for you. The humidity level here is really high most of the year. Elizabethton is a pretty town, lots  More

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We stayed at a friend's home several times and can't wait to get back. I was never concerned for my safety, traffic is light, the people are friendly, the weather is  More

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