Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
2.1M
Population
105 km2
Area
460 Mbps
Internet
48m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
LBG (14km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Paris is a capital city in Île-de-France with a population of 2.1M. Internet speeds average 460 Mbps download. The city has 100,118 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Île-de-France
Region
Europe
Population
2.1M
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
48 m
Status
Capital City
Airport
LBG
GPS
48.85, 2.35
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
100,118 points of interest mapped in Paris — 950 per km2
Tech
460 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
21% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
100,118 total POIs 949.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
12,865
Cafes
3,277
Bars
2,823
Fast Food
4,789
Shopping
Supermarkets
1,218
Convenience
3,309
Shopping Malls
146
Healthcare
Hospitals
158
Clinics
1,563
Pharmacies
1,894
Education
Schools
4,744
Universities
575
Libraries
369
Recreation
Parks
6,301
Playgrounds
3,195
Sports
2,343
Cinemas
163
Museums
196
Theatres
442
Transport
Bus Stops
10,738
Train Stations
960
Fuel Stations
330
Services
Banks
1,855
ATMs
1,007
Post Offices
540
Police
198
Fire Stations
72
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
460 Mbps
Download
329 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
166,277
Tests
56,002
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jul
6°
J
7°
F
9°
M
13°
A
16°
M
18°
J
19°
J
18°
A
16°
S
13°
O
9°
N
7°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 12.5 C Range: 6.1 - 18.8 C Rain: 1,151 mm/year Sunshine: 2,452 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.7
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
58.5
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
78.6
Overall
21% cheaper than NYC
43.5
Rent
57% cheaper than NYC
77.9
Groceries
22% cheaper than NYC
75.2
Restaurants
25% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
LBG
Paris-Le Bourget International Airport
14 km from center
~25 min ride
FUN FACTS
Paris is the capital and largest city of France, with an estimated city population of 2,048,472 in an area of 105.4 km2 (40.7 sq mi), and a metropolitan population of 13,171,056 as of January 2025.
Located on the river Seine in the centre of the Île-de-France region, it is the largest metropolitan area and fourth-most populous city in the European Union (EU).
Nicknamed the City of Light, partly because of its role in the Age of Enlightenment, Paris has been one of the world's major centres of finance, diplomacy, commerce, culture, fashion, and gastronomy since the 17th century.
Haussmann's renovation of Paris, which created new boulevards, parks, and public works, gave birth to a modern city known as the "capital of the 19th century".
Paris has one of the most sustainable transportation systems in the world and is one of only two cities that have received the Sustainable Transport Award twice.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Paris known for?
Paris is a city in Île-de-France. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Paris?
Paris has an average download speed of 460 Mbps and upload speed of 329 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Paris?
Paris has an average year-round temperature of approximately 12.5 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Paris?
Paris is served by LBG (Paris-Le Bourget International Airport), approximately 14 km from the city center.
What is the population of Paris?
The population of Paris is approximately 2.1M.
What infrastructure does Paris have?
Paris has 100,118 mapped points of interest, including 12,865 restaurants, 158 hospitals, 4,744 schools.
What country is Paris in?
Paris is located in Île-de-France.