West Athens, CA Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Easton G. Apr 9, 2026

Is West Athens worth it salary-wise?

I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $666,100 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance!

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Easton G. Jun 26, 2025

Quick question about West Athens

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2021. Household incomes average around $77,750 in West Athens. Crime rate is something to consider -West Athens sits at 458.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $1,506 for rent here. There's a r...

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Theodore Moore Mar 7, 2025

Top 5 things I love about West Athens

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2016. Household incomes average around $77,750 in West Athens. With a population of 9,064, West Athens is a small town. Poverty rate is 14.6%, which is around average. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this ...

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Jacob M. Feb 18, 2025

Working in West Athens -salaries realistic?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and With a population of 9,064, West Athens is a small town. Household incomes average around $77,750 in West Athens. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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