Athens, OH
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Athens, OH
At a Glance
How Athens Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Athens's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Athens a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Athens residents earn a median household income of $37,059 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,562. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,359 business establishments, including 154 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Athens is $242,200 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $247,078. Median rent is $1,029/month, with 50.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Athens reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 988/100K.
Education
67.1% of adults in Athens hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% above the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Athens has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.