Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Athens-Clarke County is a large city in Georgia with a population of 126,987. Residents earn $51,655 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Athens-Clarke County receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Athens-Clarke County offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Athens-Clarke County is $51,655, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Athens-Clarke County is $271,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,162 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Athens-Clarke County is below the national average at 306 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,121 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Athens-Clarke County enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 84.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.1% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,655 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,836 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,110 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,639 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,952 |
| County GDP | $10,824M |
| Restaurants | 388 |
| Healthcare | 505 |
| Retail | 501 |
| Manufacturing | 95 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,663 |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.08% |
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 11.9% |
| Census Median | $271,800 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,162 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 40.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,663 |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.08% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Cancer | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Smoking | 14.4% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Short Sleep | 34.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.4% |
| Dental Visits | 57.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,073/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 505 |
| Total Violent | 306.2/100K |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.3/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Rape | 31.3/100K |
| Robbery | 102.9/100K |
| Assault | 168.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,120.7/100K |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 625.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,341.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 153.9/100K |
| Arson | 21.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
| Area | 116.4 sq mi (301.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,091/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9496°N, 83.3701°W |
| County FIPS | 13059 |
Winner: Democrat by 38.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.7% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,091/sq mi |
| Total Area | 116.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 505 |
| Restaurants | 388 |
| Retail Stores | 501 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 11.9% |