Athens, AL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 19,689 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
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 Fortune 500 companies, including Pilgrim’s Pride and Federal-Mogul.
| Population [details] | 19,689 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 63.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 83.12 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 25.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 53.14 °F/32.14 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.7 °F/68.86 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 56.84 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 73 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.5 |
| State sales tax | 4.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Nashville-Davidson (91.61 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | HUNTSVILLE INTERNATIONAL-CARL T JONES FIELD (15.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Trails and wildlife |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Movie theaters, Religious activities, Wineries |
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