Athens

OH

Athens County, Ohio

Population 62K |Median income $56,001 |2 hospitals

Population
61,737
Athens County
Median Income
$56,001
-18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$185,000
-19% vs avg
Median Age
33.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
62K-5%
Median Income
$56,001+66%
Median Home Value
$185,000+60%
Poverty Rate
21.5%-32%
Unemployment
6.5%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$939/mo
Poverty Rate
21.5% +51% vs avg
Unemployment 6.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.9%
Work From Home 13.1%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 89.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
African American 2.2%
Asian 2.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.5%
Obesity
34.5%
High Blood Pressure
33.4%
Physical Inactivity
24.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
20.9%
Binge Drinking
20.1%
Current Smoking
15.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.3%
Current Asthma
11.6%
Diabetes
11.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.4%
Dental Visit 64.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
OHIOHEALTH O'BLENESS HOSPITAL
ATHENS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Athens Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Athens, OH? ▼
Athens, OH has a population of 61,737 people, located in Athens County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Athens? ▼
The median household income in Athens, OH is $56,001 per year. The poverty rate is 21.5%.
What is the median home value in Athens? ▼
The median home value in Athens, OH is $185,000. Median rent is $939/month.
What are the top health concerns in Athens? ▼
The top health indicators in Athens include Short Sleep Duration (36.5%), Obesity (34.5%), High Blood Pressure (33.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Athens? ▼
Athens has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Athens? ▼
The median age in Athens, OH is 33.2 years. 34.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Athens, OH is located in Athens County, Ohio. With a population of 62K and a median household income of $56,001, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 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 (Athens 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.