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New Athens, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

New Athens is a small town in Ohio with a population of 194. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
194 Population 669/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $36,450 per capita
$111,400 Home Value
$575 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,400 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,400
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population194
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density669/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$36,450
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$3,544M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,400
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking19.2%
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute30 min
Broadband88.2%
Libraries10

Is New Athens a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Athens receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Athens offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Athens is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Athens is $111,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Athens experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 25.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Athens has a population of 194 with a density of 669 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

194
Total Population
669
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Athens vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Athens vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Athens is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: New Athens vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,450
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$70,135

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,642
County GDP$3,544M

Business (County)

Restaurants143
Healthcare179
Retail247
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,050
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Athens is $111,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,400
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,050
16% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In New Athens, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 30.2% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death10,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access57.1%
Healthcare Facilities179
New Athens has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall25.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density669/sq mi
Coordinates40.1844°N, 80.9943°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.3-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 26%

Winner: Republican by 47.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density669/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants143
Retail Stores247

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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