Question 1

Is 38242 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38242 in Paris has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Paris city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 38242 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 38242?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38242 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 38242. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 38242 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Paris. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 38242?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 38242 is approximately $213K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 38242 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 38242 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 38242 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 38242 has an overall NeighborScore of 70/100, placing it in the moderate range for Paris. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 70/100, 38242 scores similarly to the middle tier of Paris neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Paris — ZIP 38242

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
E. W. Grove School	09–09	—	—	—
Henry Co High School	09–12	—	—	—
Paris Elementary	03–05	—	—	—
W G Rhea Elementary	PK–02	—	—	—
W O Inman Middle School	06–08	—	—	—