Athens County, OH Population Statistics: Density Map Data
Analyze local population trends, population density map, housing costs, and the local economy.
Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population: density and quick facts
| Metric | Athens County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 63,372 | 11,704,233 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 124.7 | 261.1 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.78% | 0.22% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 33.9 | 38.4 | 37.1 |
| Households | 22,721 | 4,820,926 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Athens County declined by 2.4% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 61,570 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Athens County has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | Athens County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $53,487 | $69,785 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 6.66% | 4.66% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.7% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Athens County is about 23% lower than in Ohio.
Housing
| Metric | Athens County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $154,930 | $130,696 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $903 | $987 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 61.9% | 67.0% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Athens County is about 14.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $903 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Athens County spend about 34 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 144 hours, about 6.0 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Athens County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 17.2 | 21.2 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 34.5 | 42.4 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 144 | 177 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,450 | $5,472 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 11.7% | 11.5% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 4,340 | 8,648 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 418 | 1,212 | 1,355 |
Fastest commutes among counties in
Ohio:
Van Wert County (15.4 min), Hancock County (15.4 min), Mercer County (16.3 min).
Slowest:
Morgan County (33.4 min), Brown County (31.6 min), Morrow County (31.6 min).
The average commute time in Athens County is 17 minutes, shorter than the 21 minutes in Ohio.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Athens County has a education index of C, which means it is somewhat educated.
| Metric | Athens County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.3% | 28.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.37 | 2.38 | 2.54 |
Highest education index among counties in
Ohio:
Delaware County (0.4), Warren County (0.4), Greene County (0.3).
Lowest:
Holmes County (0.1), Vinton County (0.2), Noble County (0.2).
Health
Athens County has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Athens County | Ohio Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 76.9 | 77.0 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 17.3% | 17.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 24.8% | 24.3% | 19.0% |
Highest health index among counties in
Ohio:
Delaware County (0.8), Union County (0.8), Warren County (0.8).
Lowest:
Adams County (0.8), Holmes County (0.8), Scioto County (0.8).
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Athens County, Ohio.
What is the population of Athens County, Ohio?
The population of Athens County, Ohio is 63,372, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Athens County, Ohio?
The population density of Athens County, Ohio is 124.7 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Athens County, Ohio?
The median household income in Athens County, Ohio is $53,487, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Athens County, Ohio?
The median home price in Athens County, Ohio is $154,930, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Athens County, Ohio?
The unemployment rate in Athens County, Ohio is 5.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.