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An honest guide to South Paris: who it's for, who it isn't, what life is really like, and how to actually visit.

Oxford County
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Maine
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The commercial center of Paris, Maine, home to Oxford County's main shopping and services.

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By the numbers

Cost of Living in South Paris, Maine (2026)

As of May 2026, the typical home in South Paris is worth about $273,000 β€” about 26% below the U.S. average of $370,000, rent runs about $585 a month, the median household income is $56,823.

Typical home value $273,000 Zillow, May 2026
vs. U.S. typical home -26% $370,000
Median rent (monthly) $585 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Median household income $56,823 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)
Population 2,570 U.S. Census (ACS 2023)

Sources: Zillow, May 2026; U.S. Census (ACS 2023). Figures are estimates that vary by household and season.

How much does a house cost in South Paris, Maine?

The typical home value in South Paris is about $273,000 as of May 2026 (Zillow Home Value Index), about 26% below the U.S. average of $370,000. Individual sale prices vary by neighborhood and condition.

How much is rent in South Paris, Maine?

Typical rent in South Paris runs about $585 a month (U.S. Census ACS estimate). Seasonal and short-term demand can push coastal rents higher.

What is the median household income in South Paris, Maine?

The median household income in South Paris is about $56,823, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

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