Nestled in a valley surrounded by rolling hills, the Village of New Paris is the “Gateway to Ohio.” Located in the northwest corner of Preble County, it is the first town to the east of the Indiana border. New Paris is known for its Applefest, Quiet Harmony Ranch, antiquing, and community spirit. New Paris is the perfect place to raise a family and get to know your neighbors.
The median age of New Paris residents is 43.
The diversity index of New Paris is 16.9, meaning that there is a 17% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in New Paris is $60,520 and projected to be $66,699 in 2031. Per capita income is $26,875, projected to be $30,095 in 2031. 0.2% of households – 3 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $330,108 and the average disposable income is $49,053.
There are 770 housing units in New Paris; 446 are owner-occupied, 221 are rented, and 103 are vacant. The average home value is $139,893, with 51 homes built in 2010 or later, and 324 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 40 businesses in New Paris, employing 274 workers and pulling from a labor force of 621 age 16 and above. 101 workers commute into New Paris from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
315 residents both live and work in/around New Paris. The average travel time is 22.2 minutes. 17.14% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 4.44% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 494 drive alone, 53 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 20 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 54 residents work from home.
468 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 157 have associates degrees, 84 have bachelor’s degrees, and 44 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Preble County is an incredible place to call home because you can build your career in a safe, family-friendly community with little traffic and lower costs, all while enjoying the convenience of nearby metros. We have everything you need, plus the charm of small-town America.
