Climate
The Tennessee Valley Region experiences four mild seasons.
Geography
Athens lies along Route 65, minutes from the Tennessee state line.
Cultural Attractions
The Dogwood and Crepe Myrtle festivals and the Tennessee Fiddler's Convention draw crowds.
Recreation
The Joe Davis Stadium in Huntsville, home to the Huntsville Stars minor-league baseball team, has seen the likes of Mark McGwire, Jose Canseco, and Chipper Jones.
Economy
Athens is home to five <em>Fortune</em> 500 companies, including Pilgrim’s Pride and Federal-Mogul.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 20,941
- Population under 55:
- 69.2%
- Population over 55:
- 30.8%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Nashville-Davidson
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 89°F July High, 32°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $38,425
- Median home price:
- N/A
- Average property tax:
- $257
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 7.5%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 5
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 7
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 11/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 20/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 32
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