Athens, TX

Texas · Henderson County

Athens is a small city in Texas with a population of 13,013. Residents earn $70,601 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0

B Good

13,013 Population 729/sq mi density

$70,601 Median Income $30,394 per capita

$205,700 Home Value $249,634 Zillow

$1,069 Median Rent 31.7% income on rent

66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr

367 Violent Crime/100K 2,210 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$70,601 median income, 1.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$205,700 home value, $1,069/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

367 violent crimes/100K (3% below avg)

C+

Education

2.8 / 5.0

21.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $70,601

6% lower than US avg

Home Value $205,700

27% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 367/100K

3% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.9%

35% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,069

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.2%

34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,013

Median Age37.6 yrs

Density729/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 57%

Veterans7.1%

Economy

Median Income$70,601

Per Capita$30,394

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty8.2%

County GDP$2,784M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$205,700

Rent$1,069

Ownership56.3%

Zillow$249,634

Housing Units5,336

Rent Burden31.7%

Crime

Violent367/100K

Property2,210/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault226/100K

Burglary586/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured19.6%

Smoking15.5%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain44.8 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation478 ft (146 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.9%

High School+84.5%

Graduate+8.1%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%

Commute24 min

Broadband77.9%

EV Stations1

Libraries4

Is Athens a Good Place to Live?

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 low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Athens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Athens is $70,601, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Athens is $205,700, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Athens is below the national average at 367 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,210 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Athens enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Athens has a population of 13,013 with a density of 729 people per square mile, spread across 17.9 square miles. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.7% female and 45.3% male. The city is predominantly White (56.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 14.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 73.9% of residents, while 26.1% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 73.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,013

Total Population

729

People / sq mi

37.6yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

17.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%

Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Athens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 73.9%

6% below US avg

Spanish 26.1%

95% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Athens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Athens is $70,601, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,394 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $937, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,656 business establishments, including 166 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 2.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Athens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$70,601
	6% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,394
Avg Weekly Wage	$937
IRS Avg AGI	$66,802
Gini Index	0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.2%
	34% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,656
County GDP	$2,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants	166
Healthcare	126
Retail	268
Manufacturing	53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,037
	130% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.2 min
Drive Alone	79.1%
Public Transit	1.6%
Work from Home	2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Athens is $205,700, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,634, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,069 (8% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 56.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,336 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $8,037 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$205,700
	27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$249,634
Median List Price	$252,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$252,000
$/Sq Ft	$149
Homes Sold	10
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.0%
Price Drops	23.2%
Inventory	56

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,069
	8% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,216
Rent Burden	31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	56.3%
Owner-Occupied	56.3%
Renter-Occupied	43.7%
Housing Units	5,336
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,037
	130% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.91%

In Athens, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 34.6% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 17.1% report binge drinking. 30.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 19.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,789. The dentist ratio is 1:2,914. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5

8.7

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

9.8

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

1.1

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

110.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.9

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

131.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	34.6%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	6.3%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.5%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.1%
Physical Inactivity	30.1%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	14.4%
Short Sleep	40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.1%
Uninsured	19.6%
	128% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,789
Dentists	1:2,914
Mental Health	1:1,485
Checkup Rate	73.7%
Dental Visits	50.8%
Premature Death	13,194/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	59.5%
Healthcare Facilities	126

Athens has a violent crime rate of 367 per 100,000 residents, 3% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 226.4 per 100,000, robbery at 62.5, rape at 78.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,210 per 100,000, 13% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,327, burglary at 586, vehicle theft at 297 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Athens receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	367.0/100K
	3% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	78.1/100K
Robbery	62.5/100K
Assault	226.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,209.7/100K
	13% above US avg
Burglary	585.6/100K
Theft	1,327.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	296.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	10
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Athens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 478 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.5°F
	21% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	478 ft (146 m)
Area	17.9 sq mi (46.2 km²)
Population Density	729/sq mi
Coordinates	32.2026°N, 95.8308°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Henderson County County
Nearest Airport	Tyler Pounds Regional (TYR) 27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.8"

18% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.96"

Driest Month (Aug) 2.01"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	84.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	83.2 / 100
Community Resilience	38.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

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

Earthquake History

78 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.5 on Mar 29, 2025.

May 17, 2012	3 km NE of Timpson, Texas	M4.8	141 km
Sep 2, 2013	3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas	M4.3	136 km
Sep 2, 2013	14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas	M4.2	126 km
Jan 25, 2013	11 km SE of Timpson, Texas	M4.1	150 km
May 7, 2015	5 km N of Venus, Texas	M4.0	123 km
May 10, 2012	9 km NW of Timpson, Texas	M3.9	131 km
Jan 7, 2015	6 km NE of Irving, Texas	M3.6	123 km
Jun 24, 2012	3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas	M3.5	140 km
Mar 29, 2025	13 km NNE of Wells, Texas	M3.5	114 km
Jan 6, 2015	4 km ENE of Irving, Texas	M3.5	123 km
May 19, 2018	8 km NW of Venus, Texas	M3.4	129 km
Sep 30, 2012	4 km NW of Irving, Texas	M3.4	129 km
May 31, 1997	3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas	M3.4	110 km
May 16, 2009	5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas	M3.3	129 km
Apr 2, 2015	5 km NNE of Irving, Texas	M3.3	127 km
Jun 15, 2012	5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas	M3.3	139 km
May 18, 2015	5 km N of Irving, Texas	M3.3	129 km
May 1, 2024	7 km S of Mansfield, Texas	M3.2	128 km
May 3, 2015	4 km N of Irving, Texas	M3.2	127 km
Feb 27, 2015	4 km ENE of Irving, Texas	M3.1	123 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 3).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2020	Laura	Category 4	258 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	143 km
2007	Humberto	Category 1	300 km
2005	Rita	Category 3	251 km
1986	Bonnie	Category 1	295 km
1983	Alicia	Category 1	280 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

542 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 1,006 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 29, 2017	EF4	19 km	2
Dec 26, 2015	EF4	97 km	10
Apr 25, 1994	EF4	97 km	3
Apr 29, 2017	EF3	22 km	2
May 10, 2015	EF3	30 km	2
Apr 3, 2012	EF3	85 km	0
Apr 6, 2003	EF3	81 km	0
Apr 26, 1991	EF3	53 km	0
Apr 27, 1990	EF3	92 km	0
Apr 1, 1988	EF3	94 km	0
Nov 15, 1987	EF3	64 km	4
Nov 15, 1987	EF3	68 km	1
Dec 13, 1984	EF3	95 km	0
Oct 13, 1981	EF3	41 km	0
May 9, 1981	EF3	29 km	0
May 3, 1979	EF3	71 km	0
Feb 23, 1979	EF3	32 km	0
May 5, 1978	EF3	84 km	0
Oct 31, 1974	EF3	69 km	0
Dec 3, 1973	EF3	68 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

13 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 502 (8,344 ac, 2011).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2011	502	8,344	98 km
2011	OLD MAGNOLIA	4,881	91 km
2020	C-16/17/18/19	4,633	98 km
2010	COMPARTMENT 6 RX	4,123	98 km
2010	BURNING	3,230	99 km
2020	COMP 1 AND 2	2,272	94 km
2011	547	2,146	89 km
2011	495	1,606	44 km
2011	HENDERSON 474 JOHNSON	1,594	83 km
2011	HENDERSON 475	1,379	42 km
2022	UNNAMED	1,276	95 km
2022	DCNF COMP 1/2	1,145	94 km
2011	507	1,121	68 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	2.7 in	Coldest
February	50°F (10°C)	3.3 in
March	58°F (14°C)	3.6 in
April	65°F (18°C)	4.0 in
May	72°F (22°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	79°F (26°C)	3.7 in
July	83°F (29°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
August	83°F (28°C)	2.0 in	Driest
September	77°F (25°C)	3.7 in
October	67°F (19°C)	4.0 in
November	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
December	48°F (9°C)	3.5 in

Athens has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 46°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (2.0").

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Athens is located in Henderson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 21.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81.4% of the vote, a 63.5-point margin. 77.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 126 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%

D 18%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	10
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.9%
	35% below US avg
High School+	84.5%
Graduate Degree+	8.1%
School Test Score	5.39

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	729/sq mi
Total Area	17.9 sq mi
County	Henderson County County

Services

Broadband Access	77.9%
Avg Download Speed	30.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	3.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	126
Restaurants	166
Retail Stores	268

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.2 min
Drive Alone	79.1%
Public Transit	1.6%
Work from Home	2.3%

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)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$537
Toddler	$511
Preschool	$498
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$494
Toddler	$476
Preschool	$468

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Henderson County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	2,936	240	$31,605	1.50
Accommodation & Food Services	2,669	168	$20,167	1.50
Manufacturing	2,539	67	$63,624	1.58
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,011	176	$52,706	0.72
Construction	1,374	197	$57,991	1.34
Wholesale Trade	716	64	$86,850	0.93
Professional & Technical Services	710	134	$70,759	0.52
Other Services	620	104	$49,659	1.05
Finance & Insurance	506	98	$63,920	0.64
Administrative & Waste Services	436	69	$42,611	0.38
Real Estate	244	65	$44,574	0.80
Agriculture & Forestry	240	40	$35,906	1.52
Information & Technology	208	26	$58,508	0.57
Arts & Entertainment	203	20	$28,475	0.62
Utilities	144	14	$102,648	1.94
Transportation & Warehousing	123	30	$50,263	0.15
Management of Companies	75	9	$96,723	0.23
Educational Services	74	11	$42,694	0.18
Mining & Oil/Gas	58	19	$145,839	0.78
Unclassified	24	12	$27,628	0.88

Colleges & Universities in Athens

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Trinity Valley Community College	Public · Bachelor's	7,518	—	$4,920	$5,970

Hospitals in Athens

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(903) 676-1000

Schools in Athens

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
ATHENS H S	High	928	67	13.9:1
ATHENS MIDDLE	Middle	682	40	17.1:1
CENTRAL ATHENS	Elementary	587	35	16.8:1
BEL AIR EL	Elementary	453	33	13.7:1
SOUTH ATHENS EL	Elementary	449	30	15.0:1

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Radio Stations near Athens

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Athens

7 national parks and monuments found near Athens.

Park	Type	Fee
Fort Parker State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tawakoni State Park	State Park	Free
Mission Tejas State Park	State Park	Free
Purtis Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rusk / Palestine State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Athens

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
EAST TEXAS ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9036755630	$504,619
ATHENS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 350
EDOM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HENDERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8286931531
HENDERSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	201 E LARKIN ST	9036777269
MALAKOFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTHEAST TEXAS CENTER FOR ARTS	GENERAL MUSEUM		9036771010

Libraries in Athens

Name	Address	Annual Visits
RED WALLER COMMUNITY LIBRARY	109 MELTON ST	84,552
HENDERSON CNTY CLINT W MURCHISON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	121 S PRAIRIEVILLE ST	67,796
CHANDLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	900 E HWY 31	12,300

Farmers Markets in Athens

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Farmers Market	14411 State Highway 31 E				Visit

Hotels in Athens

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus

Holiday Inn Express

Stay Express Inn Athens

Restaurants in Athens

21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Athen's Cafe

Boathouse Bar and Grill

Catfish Palace

Chili's

Cotton Patch Cafe

Dickey's Barbecue Pit

El San Luis Mexican Cafe

Flamingo Hawaiian Barbecue & Coffee

Hunan Buffet

Jalisco's

Julio's Market Chicken & Fish

Ken's Pizza Parlor

McAlister's Deli

Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant

Pitt Grill

Pizza Hut

Roma

Slice Pizza Co.

The Jalepeno Tree

WaWa's Seafood Shack

Cafes in Athens

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Cinemas in Athens

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemark Cinema 4

Clinics in Athens

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fresenius Kidney Care

Integrity Urgent Care

Texas WIC Clinic

Dentists in Athens

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Athens Advanced Dental

Athens DentalWorks

Athens Orthodontics

Steve C. Woodruff, D.D.S.

Veterinaries in Athens

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Athens Animal Clinic

Syler Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Athens

13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brookshire's

Conoco

Exxon

Murphy USA

Shamrock

Shell

Valero

Banks in Athens

8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Athens Bank

First State Bank

Prosperity Bank

Spirit of Texas Bank

Texas Trust Credit Union

VeraBank

Gyms in Athens

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Athens Fitness Gym

Snap Fitness

Golf Courses in Athens

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Athens Country Club

Nursing Homes in Athens

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
GREEN OAKS REHAB & NURSING 500 VALLE VISTA DR	For profit - Corporation	114	71	3/5	—	2/5	2/5	9036773434
SOUTH PLACE NURSING CENTER 150 GIBSON RD	For profit - Corporation	120	82	2/5	—	2/5	5/5	9036775864
ATHENS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 305 S PALESTINE ST	For profit - Individual	82	41	1/5	—	3/5	2/5	9036752046
PARK HIGHLANDS NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 711 LUCAS ST	For profit - Corporation	132	85	1/5	—	3/5	3/5	9036758538

Pharmacies in Athens

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
ANDERSON DRUG	419 SOUTH PALESTINE STREET	903-675-5040
BROOKSHIRE'S - 011	807 EAST TYLER STREET	903-675-4211
CVS - 7295	702 EAST TYLER STREET	903-675-7152
GIBSON PHARMACY	890 WEST CORSICANA STREET	903-675-7069
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 412	1405 EAST TYLER STREET	903-677-2501
WALGREENS - 9410	1007 EAST TYLER STREET	903-675-0235

EV Charging Stations in Athens

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Cinemark 218 Wood Street	218 Wood Street	Volta	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Athens

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
10575 CR3613	TOWER	128
10575 CR3613	TOWER	128
206 Dallas Highway	TOWER	113
206 Dallas Highway	TOWER	113
9800' SW FROM I/S ST RT 314 & 31	TOWER	93
15437 SH 198 (55426)	LTOWER	79
15437 SH 198 (55426)	LTOWER	79
4083 CR 2300 (77854)	GTOWER	79
4083 CR 2300 (77854)	GTOWER	79
6224 Clear Creek Road (103639)	LTOWER	76
6224 Clear Creek Road (103639)	LTOWER	76

Fire Stations in Athens

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Athens Fire / Rescue	610 S Prairieville ST	Career	903-675-6636
Baxter Volunteer Fire Department	6410 County Road 4511	Volunteer	903-677-5534
South Van Zandt Volunteer Fire Department	26306 State Highway 19 N	Volunteer	903-479-3300

Power Plants Near Athens

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
HALYARD HENDERSON ENERGY CENTER	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-95.7	CN

Bridges in Athens

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	275	17,233	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	220	17,233	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	330	16,551	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1929	94	15,854	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	280	13,836	G
Culvert	Concrete	1930	61	13,135	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	30	13,135	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	35	10,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	350	9,560	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1991	270	8,974	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	45	7,012	G
Culvert	Concrete	1930	35	7,012	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	260	7,012	G
Culvert	Concrete	1968	37	6,903	G
Culvert	Concrete	1932	22	6,485	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1935	114	6,297	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	260	6,217	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	265	6,179	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1935	114	6,032	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	165	6,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2008	350	6,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	114	6,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	314	6,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1969	22	5,074	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	192	4,976	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2003	440	4,669	G
Culvert	Concrete	2003	91	4,631	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	1,055	4,036	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	360	3,864	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	260	3,864	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	260	3,864	G
Culvert	Concrete	1934	144	3,625	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	34	3,240	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	57	3,039	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	86	3,039	G
Culvert	Concrete	1932	27	2,260	F
Slab	Concrete	1930	43	2,235	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1930	171	2,235	F
Culvert	Concrete	1930	26	1,710	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1922	30	1,595	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1990	152	1,595	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1920	30	1,122	F
Culvert	Concrete	1984	23	974	G
Culvert	Concrete	1952	30	663	F
Culvert	Concrete	1935	23	492	F
Culvert	Concrete	1966	22	409	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1967	273	231	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2000	50	190	F
Culvert	Steel	2003	48	165	F
Culvert	Concrete	1954	39	145	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2002	50	140	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2021	35	110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	40	110	G
Culvert	Steel	2022	40	100	G
Other	Steel	1988	50	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2000	40	50	F
Culvert	Concrete	2002	48	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1995	49	34	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	60	10	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	2008	30	5	G

Correctional Facilities in Athens

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
HENDERSON COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	206A N MURCHISON ST	COUNTY	356	509	OPEN
HENDERSON COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	201 E LARKIN ST	COUNTY		-999	CLOSED

Airports Near Athens

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport	TYR	Medium Airport
Van Zandt County Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Airpark East Airport	—	Small Airport
Alpha Whisky Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Anxiety Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Athens Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
B T Averheart Airport	—	Small Airport
Baum Airport	—	Small Airport
Bishop Field	—	Small Airport
Bolton Airport	—	Small Airport
Bowen Lake Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Byrt Airport	—	Small Airport
C David Campbell Field Corsicana Municipal Airport	CRS	Small Airport
Cade Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Canton Hackney Airport	—	Small Airport
Carter Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherokee County Airport	JKV	Small Airport
Circle R Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Coyote Field	—	Small Airport
Creekside Air Park	—	Small Airport
Crosscut Field	—	Small Airport
Deer Meadow Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Delva Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Dennis's Flying Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Dow Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Echo Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Erco Field	—	Small Airport
Fly 1 On Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying 'T' Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying G Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Parker Flying Field	—	Small Airport
French Field	—	Small Airport
Garden Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Glad Oaks Airport	—	Small Airport
Goode Field	—	Small Airport
Gun Barrel City Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hackberry Airport	—	Small Airport
Hancock Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrison Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Holly Lake Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hunter Field	—	Small Airport
John R Armstrong Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
JTJ Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Kay Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Klutts Field	—	Small Airport
Knight Trow Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Lagrone Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Last Resort Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Athens

3 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Athens Police Department	202 West Scott
Eustace Police Department
Henderson County Sheriffs Department	206 North Murchison Street

Grocery Stores in Athens

22 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Athens Tx Farmers Market FFAB	Farmers and Markets	104 W Tyler St
BRAUM'S 269	Other	712 E Tyler St
BROOKSHIRE 11	Supermarket	807 E Tyler St
CEFCO 1051	Convenience Store	601 S Prairieville St
CVS/ PHARMACY INC 7295	Other	702 E Tyler St
DOLLAR GENERAL 18718	Other	1319 S Palestine St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2290	Other	619 W Corsicana St
DOLLAR GENERAL 7040	Other	1111 E Tyler
Dollar Tree 1173	Other	1395 E Tyler St
Family Dollar 2713	Other	522 W Corsicana St
Family Dollar 3372	Other	425 S Carroll St
Flying T Meat Market	Specialty Store	909 E Tyler St
Gateway 66	Convenience Store	1520 E Tyler St
Murphy USA 7863	Convenience Store	1401 E Tyler St
Piggly Wiggly 4679	Supermarket	505 S Palestine St
Pump & Go #1	Convenience Store	806C W Corsicana St
Shady Oaks General Store	Convenience Store	7352 Fm 753
Shopper Stop	Convenience Store	615 N Palestine St
Tristar 18	Convenience Store	526 W Corsicana St
Tristar 22	Convenience Store	116 US Highway 175 W
WALGREENS 9410	Other	1007 E Tyler St
Walmart 412	Super Store	1405 E TYLER ST

Post Offices in Athens

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office	409 East Tyler Street

Treatment Centers in Athens

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Andrews Center Behavioral Healthcare	Both	903-675-8541

DOL Wage Violations in Athens

24 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $188,559 in back wages owed to 312 employees.

Violations

$188,559

Back Wages Owed

312

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
International Technology Development Corp.	—	—	75751	—	1	$69,078	$6,908	10
Wildlife X Team of East Texas	—	—	75751	—	1	$25,403	$907	28
Oakwood Place Senior Living	—	—	75751	—	1	$18,492	$411	45
Miller Facility Services	—	—	75752	—	1	$17,917	$1,629	11
Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant	—	—	75751	—	1	$9,513	$328	29
Oakwood Place	—	—	75751	—	1	$8,055	$161	50
Double Bit	—	—	75751	—	1	$7,891	$1,973	4
BACON AUTO RANCH INC. [OSHA]	—	—	75751	New Car Dealers	1	$7,185	$1,796	4
Caring Companions at Home	—	—	75751	—	1	$4,945	$989	5
Subway	—	Subway	75751	—	2	$4,619	$125	37
Maximus Inc.	—	—	75751	—	1	$4,230	$118	36
Argon Medical Devices, Inc.	—	—	75751	—	1	$2,325	$116	20
Advantage Staffing	—	—	75751	—	1	$2,026	$2,026	1
Cherry Laurel	—	—	75751	—	1	$1,171	$146	8
Brinson Powersports	—	—	75751	—	1	$1,083	$1,083	1
Home Health Specialists, Inc	—	—	75751	—	1	$988	$124	8
Texas Fill-up (Valero)	—	—	75751	—	1	$718	$239	3
Twin Stop #4/Exxon	—	—	75751	—	1	$600	$600	1
SAFER House	—	—	75751	—	1	$580	$580	1
America's Best Value Inn	—	—	75751	—	1	$499	$125	4
Quality Inn Suites	—	Choice Hotels	75751	—	1	$488	$488	1
Attorney's Title Company	—	—	75751	—	1	$470	$157	3
Andrews and Foster Drilling Co.	—	—	75751	—	1	$182	$182	1
USPS	—	United States Postal Service	75751	—	1	$101	$101	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Athens

45 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ARK CAMPUS MINISTRY	PO BOX 1802
ATHENS CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	509 ROBBINS RD
ATHENS HOLY TEMPLE PILLAR AND GROUND OF TRUTH	617 OLD TYLER HWY
ATHENS PRAISE & WORSHIP CENTER	PO BOX 1442
BEHIND THE VEIL INTERNATIONAL CHURCH	PO BOX 21
BETHEL CHRISTIAN CHURCH	10888 COUNTY ROAD 3817
BIBLE WAY FAMILY BAPTIST CHURCH ATHENS	404 MLK JR BLVD
C O JACKSON JR INC	8163 FM 59
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH	1125 E CORSICANA ST
CHRISTS ANOINTING	19793 AN COUNTY ROAD 404
CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD P G T	PO BOX 912
CHURCH ON THE ROCK	PO BOX 1392
DCM MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1172
DOGWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH ATHENS	6467 FM 2494
EASTERN HILLS CHURCH OF CHRIST	PO BOX 1997
FAITH CHURCH OF ATHENS TX INC	901 MISSION AVE
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1310 S PALESTINE ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	900 ROBBINS RD
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	1504 S PALESTINE ST
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH ATHENS INC	3400 STATE HIGHWAY 19 SOUTH
HENDERSON CO INTERDENOMINATIONAL MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE	PO BOX 505
HENDERSON COUNTY HOMELESS MINISTRY	501 N MAPLE ST
HOUSE OF MERCY COVENANT CHURCH	PO BOX 2299
HUGS WITH LOVE MINISTRY	1206 N HAMLETT ST
LEMUEL MINISTRIES INC	5595 IMPALA SOUTH RD
MELANGE MUSIC MINISTRY	110 WAVERLY WAY
NEW GENESIS CHURCH OF ATHENS	PO BOX 1758
PETERSBURG MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	PO BOX 295
PROJECT 521 MINISTRIES	10450 DAVIS LN
RESTORED TO JESUS	310 BRENTWOOD DR
RONDA COLEMAN MINISTRIES	811 S PALESTINE ST
SAINT JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH	451 LILA LN
SATQURU KABIR SIKH CULTURAL SOCIETY	5781 LEWIS CT
SHERMAN ATEN MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 912
SKIIN WITH THE GALILEAN	7596 ANGELINA DR
SONFIRE MINISTRIES	8719 COUNTY ROAD 1405
ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC CHURCH-ATHENS	800 E TYLER ST
ST MATTHIAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 1014
STERLING HARRIS MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 1253
TEMPLE OF MAAT SPIRITUAL CENTER	1140 N HAMLETT ST
THRIVE COMMUNITY CHURCH-ATHENS	610 OLD TYLER HWY # 5
TRI CITY CHURCH	10201 FM 753
VICTORIOUS PRAISE & WORSHIP INC	6390 STATE HIGHWAY 19 N
VIRGINIA HILL BAPTIST CHURCH	8944 COUNTY ROAD 4613
WELL WORSHIP CENTER	PO BOX 671

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Frequently Asked Questions About Athens

What is the population of Athens?

Athens has a population of 13,013 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 729 people per square mile, spread across 17.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.6 years. The population is 54.7% female and 45.3% male.

Is Athens expensive to live in?

Athens has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $70,601, 6% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,700 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,069 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, 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 367 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,210 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 enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Athens?

The job market in Athens is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $937. There are 1,656 business establishments in the area, including 166 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Athens?

The median home value in Athens is $205,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,634. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,069. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 56.3%. The average annual property tax is $8,037.

How are the schools in Athens?

Schools in Athens score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.9% of adults in Athens hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Athens?

The obesity rate in Athens is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 30.1% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 19.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,789.

What is transportation like in Athens?

The average commute in Athens is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 2.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Athens?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Athens is 56.6% White, 14.1% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 73.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 26.1% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 73.1% have health insurance coverage.

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