Demographics details for Ferndale, MI vs Paris, TX

Population Overview

Compare main population characteristics in Ferndale, MI vs Paris, TX.

Data	Ferndale	Paris
Population	18,969	24,695
Median Age	35.7 years	36.0 years
Median Income	$86,120	$44,022
Married Families	32.0%	30.0%
Poverty Level	10%	16%
Unemployment Rate	4.7	5.0

Population Comparison: Ferndale vs Paris

The population in Paris is higher at 24,695, compared to 18,969 in Ferndale.
The median age in Paris is higher at 36.0 years, compared to 35.7 years in Ferndale.
Ferndale has a higher median income of $86,120 compared to $44,022 in Paris.
A higher percentage of married families is found in Ferndale at 32.0% compared to 30.0% in Paris.
The poverty level is higher in Paris at 16%, compared to 10% in Ferndale.
Paris has a higher unemployment rate at 5.0% compared to 4.7% in Ferndale.

Demographics

Demographics Ferndale vs Paris provide insight into the diversity of the communities to compare.

Demographic	Ferndale	Paris
Black	6	23
White	81	58
Asian	3	2
Hispanic	4	10
Two or More Races	6	7
American Indian	Data is updating	Data is updating

Demographics Comparison: Ferndale vs Paris

In Paris, the percentage of Black residents is higher at 23% compared to 6% in Ferndale.
Ferndale has a higher percentage of White residents at 81% compared to 58% in Paris.
The Asian population is larger in Ferndale at 3% compared to 2% in Paris.
Paris has a higher percentage of Hispanic residents at 10%, compared to 4% in Ferndale.
The percentage of residents identifying as two or more races is higher in Paris at 7%, compared to 6% in Ferndale.
The percentage of American Indian residents is the same in both Ferndale and Paris at 0%.

Health Statistics

The health statistics provide insights into prevalent health conditions in two communities.

Health Metric	Ferndale	Paris
Mental Health Not Good	14.6%	20.6%
Physical Health Not Good	8.7%	14.6%
Depression	21.1%	25.4%
Smoking	12.7%	23.5%
Binge Drinking	19.0%	16.5%
Obesity	30.4%	40.6%
Disability Percentage	10.0%	19.0%

Health Statistics Comparison: Ferndale vs Paris

In Paris, a higher percentage report poor mental health at 20.6% compared to 14.6% in Ferndale.
Higher depression rates are seen in Paris at 25.4% versus 21.1% in Ferndale.
Paris has a higher smoking rate at 23.5% compared to 12.7% in Ferndale.
Binge drinking is more common in Ferndale at 19.0% compared to 16.5% in Paris.
Paris has higher obesity rates at 40.6% compared to 30.4% in Ferndale.
There is a higher percentage of disabled individuals in Paris at 19.0% compared to 10.0% in Ferndale.

Education Levels

The educational attainment in the area helps gauge the workforce's skill level and economic potential.

Education Level	Ferndale	Paris
No Schooling	0.4% (81)	1.7% (416)
High School Diploma	11.3% (2,139)	18.3% (4,511)
Less than High School	6.0% (1,132)	15.4% (3,793)
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	45.0% (8,533)	13.4% (3,308)

Education Levels Comparison: Ferndale vs Paris

In Paris, a larger percentage of residents lack formal schooling at 1.7% compared to 0.4% in Ferndale.
In Paris, the rate of residents with high school diplomas is higher at 18.3% compared to 11.3% in Ferndale.
The percentage of residents with less than a high school education is higher in Paris at 15.4%, compared to 6.0% in Ferndale.
A higher percentage of residents in Ferndale hold a bachelor's degree or higher at 45.0% compared to 13.4% in Paris.

Crime and Safety

Understanding crime rates and safety measures is crucial for assessing the livability of a city or town. Crime levels can vary significantly from one neighborhood to another, influenced by various factors such as population density and local amenities. For instance, areas with high foot traffic, like train stations, might experience different crime dynamics compared to quieter residential neighborhoods. Evaluating these patterns helps in making informed decisions about safety and community well-being.