Athens

Clarke County, Georgia

Population 130K |Median income $53,625 |2 hospitals

Population

129,609

Clarke County

Median Income

$53,625

-21% vs avg

Median Home Value

$298,900

+31% vs avg

Median Age

29.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

130K+9%

Median Income

$53,625+62%

Median Home Value

$298,900+91%

Poverty Rate

26%-29%

Unemployment

5.2%-43%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,219/mo

Poverty Rate

26% +83% vs avg

Unemployment 5.2%

Bachelor's Degree+ 47.4%

Work From Home 13.5%

Public Transit 1.9%

Population

White 56.9%

African American 25.7%

Asian 4.2%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration

33.7%

High Blood Pressure

31.1%

Obesity

30.2%

Physical Inactivity

25%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.4%

Binge Drinking

16.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.7%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.5%

Current Smoking

12.3%

Diabetes

10.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.3%

Dental Visit 57.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.6%

Coronary Heart Disease

5.1%

Stroke

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

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★★

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Average Rating

2.5/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

PIEDMONT ATHENS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

ATHENS · Acute Care Hospitals

★★★★☆

ST MARY'S HOSPITAL

ATHENS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Athens Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Athens, GA? ▼

Athens, GA has a population of 129,609 people, located in Clarke County, Georgia.

What is the median household income in Athens? ▼

The median household income in Athens, GA is $53,625 per year. The poverty rate is 26%.

What is the median home value in Athens? ▼

The median home value in Athens, GA is $298,900. Median rent is $1,219/month.

What are the top health concerns in Athens? ▼

The top health indicators in Athens include Short Sleep Duration (33.7%), High Blood Pressure (31.1%), Obesity (30.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Athens? ▼

Athens has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Athens? ▼

The median age in Athens, GA is 29.6 years. 47.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Athens, GA is located in Clarke County, Georgia. With a population of 130K and a median household income of $53,625, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Athens area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Clarke County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.