Athens, MI

Michigan · Calhoun County · Battle Creek Metro

Athens is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,149. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,149 Population 1,149/sq mi density

$58,438 Median Income $31,374 per capita

$141,800 Home Value $202,246 Zillow

$876 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

189 Violent Crime/100K 3,030 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$58,438 median income, 1.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$141,800 home value, $876/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

189 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)

Education

1.7 / 5.0

8.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,438

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $141,800

50% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 189/100K

50% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.6%

74% lower than US avg

Median Rent $876

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.4%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.6%

23% lower than US avg

How Athens Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,149

Median Age37.9 yrs

Density1,149/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans8.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$58,438

Per Capita$31,374

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty9.6%

County GDP$9,107M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$141,800

Rent$876

Ownership77.8%

Zillow$202,246

Housing Units449

Rent Burden21.4%

Crime

Violent189/100K

Property3,030/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking16.2%

Depression29.1%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain31.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation893 ft (272 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.6%

High School+92.3%

Graduate+3.7%

School Score4.60

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%

Commute29 min

Broadband79.2%

EV Stations18

Libraries8

Is Athens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Athens receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Athens has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Athens is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Athens is $141,800, 50% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Athens is below the national average at 189 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,030 per 100,000, 55% above the national average.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Athens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Athens has a population of 1,149 with a density of 1,149 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.1% female and 43.9% male. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 3.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 6.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 86.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,149

Total Population

1,149

People / sq mi

37.9yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%

Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Athens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.0%

100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Athens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Athens is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,374 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,232, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,626 business establishments, including 268 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 14.7% of workers work from home.

Income: Athens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,438
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,374
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,232
IRS Avg AGI	$60,946
Gini Index	0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.6%
	23% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,626
County GDP	$9,107M

Business (County)

Restaurants	268
Healthcare	318
Retail	431
Manufacturing	146

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,129
	47% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.1 min
Drive Alone	74.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Athens is $141,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,246, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $876 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 77.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 449 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1953. The average annual property tax is $5,129 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$141,800
	50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$202,246

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$876
	25% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	77.8%
Owner-Occupied	77.8%
Renter-Occupied	22.2%
Housing Units	449
Median Year Built	1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,129
	47% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.62%

In Athens, 40.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 18.0% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 29.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,738. The dentist ratio is 1:1,388. 81.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Athens vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.4%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	9.5%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	11.9%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	23.8%
Depression	29.1%
Mental Distress	19.9%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.6%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,738
Dentists	1:1,388
Mental Health	1:249
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	66.6%
Premature Death	10,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	81.5%
Healthcare Facilities	318

Athens has a violent crime rate of 189 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,030 per 100,000, 55% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Athens receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Athens vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	189.4/100K
	50% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,030.3/100K
	55% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	4.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Athens experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 893 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	49.3°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	893 ft (272 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	1,149/sq mi
Coordinates	42.0874°N, 85.2362°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Calhoun County County
Nearest Airport	Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International (AZO) 19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"

17% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 3.66"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	74.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	35.6 / 100
Community Resilience	93.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	23 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	95 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	17 km
Jan 26, 2012	5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana	M3.0	61 km
Jun 12, 2015	6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio	M2.6	132 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

413 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 139 fatalities, 1,742 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	42 km	1
Apr 2, 1977	EF4	34 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	94 km	31
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	98 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	38 km	21
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	98 km	36
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	40 km	23
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	65 km	5
Aug 24, 2007	EF3	65 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	43 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	67 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	64 km	1
May 15, 1986	EF3	28 km	0
Jun 15, 1982	EF3	77 km	1
May 13, 1980	EF3	82 km	0
May 13, 1980	EF3	46 km	5
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	77 km	5
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	63 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	43 km	0
Aug 22, 1964	EF3	89 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	143 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	86 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	1.7 in	Coldest
February	25°F (-4°C)	1.6 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	2.6 in
April	47°F (8°C)	3.4 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.6 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in
July	73°F (23°C)	3.7 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.6 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.6 in
October	51°F (10°C)	2.8 in
November	39°F (4°C)	2.8 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.6 in

Athens has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.6").

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Athens is located in Calhoun County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 8.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.4% of the vote, a 14.1-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 18 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 318 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%

D 42.3%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	4.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.6%
	74% below US avg
High School+	92.3%
Graduate Degree+	3.7%
School Test Score	4.60

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,149/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Calhoun County County

Services

Broadband Access	79.2%
Avg Download Speed	107.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	71.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	18
Alt Fuel Stations	21
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	318
Restaurants	268
Retail Stores	431

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.1 min
Drive Alone	74.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.7%

Average costs for common services in Athens. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$582
Toddler	$585
Preschool	$585
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$808
Toddler	$752
Preschool	$752

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Calhoun County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	10,071	163	$75,064	2.25
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,542	403	$59,613	1.10
Retail Trade	5,710	396	$37,203	1.05
Accommodation & Food Services	4,275	253	$23,499	0.86
Administrative & Waste Services	2,414	130	$50,638	0.75
Professional & Technical Services	2,246	175	$136,016	0.59
Transportation & Warehousing	1,940	78	$70,189	0.84
Construction	1,831	194	$76,300	0.64
Other Services	1,363	260	$60,788	0.83
Finance & Insurance	943	132	$67,845	0.43
Educational Services	836	22	$40,230	0.74
Agriculture & Forestry	754	52	$43,885	1.71
Arts & Entertainment	540	38	$23,237	0.59
Management of Companies	429	9	$244,196	0.47
Real Estate	238	60	$45,383	0.28
Information & Technology	181	23	$47,136	0.18
Unclassified	100	31	$44,343	1.32
Mining & Oil/Gas	53	5	$62,872	0.26

Schools in Athens

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Athens JuniorSenor High School	High	268	23	11.7:1
East Leroy Elementary School	Elementary	235	15	15.7:1

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Radio Stations near Athens

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
89.1 WIDR FM	—	MP3 256 kbps

National Parks Near Athens

12 national parks and monuments found near Athens.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Chain O' Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Coldwater State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Independence Dam State Park	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Meridian-Baseline State Park	State Park	Free
Pokagon State Park	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Sleepy Hollow State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Athens

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,012	$46,406
2015	1,005	$48,750
2017	999	$53,150
2019	996	$53,750
2021	956	$58,750
2023	959	$58,438

Museums in Athens

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BINDER PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		2699791351	$3,838,253
LEILA ARBORETUM SOCIETY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2699690270	$311,253
ART CENTER OF BATTLE CREEK	ART MUSEUM		2699629511	$183,665
ATHENS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	101-103 SOUTH CAPITAL	2699862689
BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DR KELLOGG'S DISCOVERY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	480 WEST VAN BUREN	2699653000
FORT CUSTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GALESBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	190 E MICHIGAN AVENUE	2696659011
HISTORICAL PROPERTIES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699625037
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BATTLE CREEK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699652613
KIMBALL HOUSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2699652613
PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTTS OLDE TYME POWER AND EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	8451 S 35TH ST	2694965815
TEKONSHA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5177652588
WING HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5172782871
WOLVERINE FIRE COMPANY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Athens

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WILLARD PUBLIC LIBRARY	7 WEST VAN BUREN STREET	616,564
BRANCH DISTRICT LIBRARY	10 EAST CHICAGO STREET	173,233
AUGUSTA-ROSS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY	105 SOUTH WEBSTER STREET	37,084
COLON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	128 SOUTH BLACKSTONE AVENUE	24,303
TEKONSHA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	230 SOUTH CHURCH STREET	12,477
MENDON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	314 WEST MAIN STREET	11,153
BURLINGTON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	135 ELM STREET	11,049
GALESBURG MEMORIAL LIBRARY	188 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	10,154
ATHENS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	106 EAST BURR OAK STREET	7,731
MENNO COMMUNITY-SCHOOL LIBRARY	410 S 5TH STREET	4,300
BURR OAK TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	220 SOUTH SECOND STREET	3,086
LAWRENCE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 NORTH MAIN STREET	2,974

Farmers Markets in Athens

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Athens Farmers Market	Wilson Park	06/02/2017 to 09/29/2017	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Battle Creek Farmers Market	25 S McCamly	05/01/2019 to 10/30/2019	Wed: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Fri: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Galesburg Community Market	45 West Michigan	05/31/2014 to 10/04/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Springfield Farmers Market	503 Military Avenue	05/01/2014 to 10/31/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Sprout's Fresh on Wheels Veggie Van	Various mobile locations on website	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Thu: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Athens

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Arcadia Brewing Co, Arcadia Brewing Company	Brewery, Bar, and Restaurant	103 Michigan Ave W	(269) 963-9690, 2699639690	Visit
Bell's Brewery	Breweries, Food & Drink	8938 Krum Ave	2693822338
Territorial Brewing Company	Brewery	256 Helmer Rd N	2692821694	Visit

Pharmacies in Athens

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
LARMOURS VILLAGE DRUG	106 SOUTH CAPITAL AVENUE	269-729-5161

Cell Towers in Athens

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
8530 M 60 East	LTOWER	96
8530 M 60 East	LTOWER	96
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
13766 S. 38TH STREET (44441)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
EAST R AVENUE (44162)	LTOWER	79
Enterprise Park (111615)	LTOWER	67
Enterprise Park (111615)	LTOWER	67
51589 Correl Road (111614)	GTOWER	65
51589 Correl Road (111614)	GTOWER	65
13661 Renton Road	LTOWER	53
13661 Renton Road	LTOWER	53

Fire Stations in Athens

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Athens Township Fire Department	130 E Burr Oak STE B	Volunteer			269-729-4220

Power Plants Near Athens

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
KALAMAZOO RIVER GENERATING STATION	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-85.5	OP

Bridges in Athens

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1947	25	8,571	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1929	50	5,203	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2016	122	1,229	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	50	865	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1954	30	700	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1978	130	322	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1922	26	178	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1967	66	177	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1969	52	127	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1972	54	111	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1988	26	70	G

Amtrak Stations in Athens

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Battle Creek, MI	119 McCamly Street South	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Athens

10 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BENTELER INDUSTRIES, INC.	9000 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE	KALAMAZOO
GRAPHIC PACKAGING INTERNATIONAL, LLC	79 EAST FOUNTAIN STREET	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
II STANLEY COMPANY INCORPORATED	1500 HILL BRADY ROAD	CALHOUN
REAL ALLOY SPECIFICATION LLC	368 W GARFIELD AVE	BRANCH
SEKISUI VOLTEK LLC. (B8786)	17 ALLEN AVENUE	BRANCH
SEKISUI VOLTEK LLC. (B8786)	17 ALLEN AVENUE	BRANCH
TRANSCONTINENTAL BATTLE CREEK	155 BROOK ST.	CALHOUN

Airports Near Athens

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Battle Creek Executive Airport at Kellogg Field	BTL	Medium Airport
Capital Region International Airport	LAN	Medium Airport
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport	AZO	Medium Airport
Abrams Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Airbatco Field	—	Small Airport
Almena Airport	—	Small Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Blairport Airport	—	Small Airport
Branch County Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Brooks Field	—	Small Airport
Calkins Field	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Claucherty Airport	—	Small Airport
Coldbrook Field	—	Small Airport
Countryview Airport	—	Small Airport
Crippen Field	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
David Beiswanger Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
East Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitch H Beach Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Crown Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont (Murphy) Airport	—	Small Airport
Gaerte Airport	—	Small Airport
Galloway Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorilla Airport	—	Small Airport
Goshen Municipal Airport	GSH	Small Airport
H R Weisser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hastings Airport	—	Small Airport
Hillsdale Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hiram Cure Airport	—	Small Airport
Hull Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Kay Field	—	Small Airport
Kendallville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Kerby Field	—	Small Airport
Kirsch Municipal Airport	IRS	Small Airport
Kline Field	—	Small Airport
Lautzenhiser Airpark	—	Small Airport
Law Field	—	Small Airport
Marvin Thiel Field	—	Small Airport
Mattawan Airpark	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Nappanee Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Newman's Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Padgham Field	—	Small Airport
Pigeon Airport	—	Small Airport
Pinelli Airport	—	Small Airport
Plainwell Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Prairie Ronde Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Athens

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Battle Creek Police Department
Branch County Sheriff's Office	580 Marshall Road
Bronson Police Department
Burr Oak Police Department
Burr Oak Police Department
Coldwater Police Department
Colon Police Department
Union City Police Department

Grocery Stores in Athens

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Athens Shell 1025	Convenience Store	126 N Capital Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 14054	Other	133 S Capital Ave
M66 Quickstop	Convenience Store	8057 M 66

Treatment Centers in Athens

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Calhoun County CMHA - DBA Summit Pointe	Both	269-966-1460
Calhoun County CMHA - DBA Summit Pointe South	Both	269-979-8333
Kalamazoo Probation - Enhancement Program	Substance Abuse	269-963-2085
Promedica Coldwater Regional Hospital - Inpatient Behavioral Health	Both	517-279-5333
Recovery Services Unlimited	Substance Abuse	269-364-0663
Victory Clinical Services - Battle Creek	Substance Abuse	269-753-1710

Churches & Religious Organizations in Athens

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
EAST LEROY GOSPEL CHURCH	58 JUNIPER ST
FACTORYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH	1291 FACTORYVILLE RD
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF ATHENS MI	PO BOX 237

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Frequently Asked Questions About Athens

What is the population of Athens?

Athens has a population of 1,149 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,149 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 56.1% female and 43.9% male.

Is Athens expensive to live in?

Athens has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $141,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Athens safe?

Athens is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 189 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,030 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Athens receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Athens?

Athens has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Athens?

The job market in Athens is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,232. There are 2,626 business establishments in the area, including 268 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 14.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Athens?

The median home value in Athens is $141,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,246. For renters, the median monthly rent is $876. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 77.8%. The average annual property tax is $5,129.

How are the schools in Athens?

Schools in Athens have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 8.6% of adults in Athens hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Athens?

The obesity rate in Athens is 40.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 29.1% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 81.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,738.

What is transportation like in Athens?

The average commute in Athens is 29 minutes. 74.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Athens?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Athens is 89.3% White, 3.5% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 6.8% of residents have a disability. 86.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Union City, MI 1,814 pop · 5.0 mi Colon, MI 1,432 pop · 9.6 mi Battle Creek, MI 52,392 pop · 14.6 mi Bronson, MI 2,183 pop · 15.1 mi Coldwater, MI 13,847 pop · 15.6 mi Vicksburg, MI 3,824 pop · 15.7 mi Springfield, MI 5,295 pop · 16.4 mi Galesburg, MI 2,122 pop · 16.8 mi Brownlee Park, MI 2,037 pop · 17.5 mi Marshall, MI 6,797 pop · 18.7 mi Centreville, MI 1,591 pop · 18.8 mi Level Park-Oak Park, MI 3,367 pop · 19.7 mi Portage, MI 49,015 pop · 19.7 mi Schoolcraft, MI 1,268 pop · 20.5 mi

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