Athens

Henderson County, Texas

Population 85K |Median income $65,179 |1 hospital

Population

84,862

Henderson County

Median Income

$65,179

-4% vs avg

Median Home Value

$211,300

-7% vs avg

Median Age

43.8

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

85K+8%

Median Income

$65,179+59%

Median Home Value

$211,300+141%

Poverty Rate

14.7%-22%

Unemployment

4.9%-50%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Poverty Rate

14.7% +4% vs avg

Unemployment 4.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.7%

Work From Home 8.9%

Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 77.6%

African American 5.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%

Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40.6%

Short Sleep Duration

36.4%

Obesity

35.4%

Physical Inactivity

30.1%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.9%

Current Smoking

16.1%

Frequent Physical Distress

15.8%

Binge Drinking

15.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

14.9%

Diabetes

14.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.8%

Dental Visit 52.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.5%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.3%

Stroke

4.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

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Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

UT HEALTH EAST TEXAS ATHENS HOSPITAL

ATHENS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Athens Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Athens, TX? ▼

Athens, TX has a population of 84,862 people, located in Henderson County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Athens? ▼

The median household income in Athens, TX is $65,179 per year. The poverty rate is 14.7%.

What is the median home value in Athens? ▼

The median home value in Athens, TX is $211,300. Median rent is $1,048/month.

What are the top health concerns in Athens? ▼

The top health indicators in Athens include High Blood Pressure (40.6%), Short Sleep Duration (36.4%), Obesity (35.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Athens? ▼

Athens has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Athens? ▼

The median age in Athens, TX is 43.8 years. 20.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Athens, TX is located in Henderson County, Texas. With a population of 85K and a median household income of $65,179, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 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 (Henderson 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.