Athens, Texas
Quick Statistics
Athens is a community in Henderson County, Texas, home to about 13,200 people spread across 17.8 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $28,998 a year, and a typical home is worth about $210,800. About 26.9% of adults hold a college degree, and 79.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 4 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Texas towns GeoStat tracks, Athens ranks number 227 of 1,795 in population, number 703 in median household income, number 607 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Athens typically top out near 94°F in July, while January nights average about 35°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Murchison, TX | 6.6 mi. | 568 |
| 2. | Log Cabin, TX | 11.3 mi. | 998 |
| 3. | Malakoff, TX | 11.3 mi. | 2,045 |
| 4. | Caney City, TX | 12.1 mi. | 192 |
| 5. | Eustace, TX | 12.9 mi. | 1,039 |
| 6. | Star Harbor, TX | 13.1 mi. | 470 |
| 7. | Callender Lake, TX | 13.5 mi. | 744 |
| 8. | Brownsboro, TX | 14.3 mi. | 1,658 |
What is the population of Athens, Texas?
Athens has a population of about 13,200 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Athens, Texas in?
Athens is located in Henderson County, Texas.
What is the median home value in Athens, Texas?
The median home value in Athens is about $210,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Athens, Texas?
The median personal income in Athens is about $28,998 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Athens, Texas?
Since 1950, 38 tornadoes have been recorded in Henderson County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Athens, Texas?
Typical July highs run about 94 degrees and January lows about 35 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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