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Athens, WV
West Virginia · Mercer County
Athens is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,156. Residents earn $62,292 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
3.7
/5.0
B+
Good
1,156
Population
2,890/sq mi density
$62,292
Median Income
$21,224 per capita
$156,800
Home Value
$162,691 Zillow
$1,020
Median Rent
36.0% income on rent
52°F
Avg Temperature
318 sunny days/yr
761
Violent Crime/100K
3,493 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$62,292 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,800 home value, $1,020/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
761 violent crimes/100K (100% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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Mines
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Mines Near Athens, WV
2 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Athens, WV.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Claytex No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Hurley Prep Plant #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |