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Athens, TN
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Athens, TN
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 $53,151 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,659. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,098 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Athens is $197,300 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $254,061. Median rent is $807/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Athens reports 836 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 120% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,348/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.6% of adults in Athens hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Athens has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.