Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Athens is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,146. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.
Based on current data, Athens receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Athens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Athens is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Athens is $164,200, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Athens is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 561 per 100,000, 71% below the national average.
25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Athens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $85,000 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,265 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,334 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,001 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,970 |
| County GDP | $15,669M |
| Restaurants | 544 |
| Healthcare | 489 |
| Retail | 672 |
| Manufacturing | 92 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,281 |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.43% |
| Commute Time | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $164,200 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $219,103 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $102 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $893 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,281 |
| 108% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.43% |
| Obesity | 37.4% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,880/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 87.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 489 |
| Total Violent | 153.0/100K |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 51.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 102.0/100K |
| Total Property | 560.9/100K |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 51.0/100K |
| Theft | 509.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.4 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9619°N, 89.7216°W |
| County FIPS | 17167 |
Winner: Republican by 5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.6% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,277/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 489 |
| Restaurants | 544 |
| Retail Stores | 672 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 30 |
| Avg Commute | 24.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |