Athol, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Franklin County County
Athol, MA
At a Glance
How Athol Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Athol's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Athol a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Athol residents earn a median household income of $61,742 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,627. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,581 business establishments, including 154 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Athol is $227,000 , 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $336,064. Median rent is $1,018/month, with 34.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
Athol reports 452 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 748/100K.
Education
21.9% of adults in Athol hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Athol has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.