Median Income
$62,946
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$269,600
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.6%
31% lower than US avg
How Athol Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population830
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,946
Per Capita$27,538
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$11,539M
Commute37 min
Housing
A
Home Value$269,600
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$759,140
Health
Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Elevation2,393 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+89.9%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute37 min
Libraries8
Is Athol a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Athol receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Athol offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Athol is $62,946, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Athol is $269,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Athol has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 27.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Athol has a population of 830 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 15.4% Hispanic.
Population
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Athol is $62,946, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,946 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,538 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,805 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,717 |
| County GDP | $11,539M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 482 |
| Healthcare | 652 |
| Retail | 635 |
| Manufacturing | 273 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,301 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.60% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
The median home value in Athol is $269,600, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $759,140.
Home Values
| Census Median | $269,600 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $759,140 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $920 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,301 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.60% |
In Athol, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Athol vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.8% |
| 4% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.0% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,562/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 652 |
Crime Rates: Athol vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Athol has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 24.7 inches |
| 35% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,393 ft (729 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 722/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9470°N, 116.7078°W |
| County FIPS | 16055 |