Athens, TX

Athens, Texas

Introduction to Athens, Texas

Athens, Texas, in Henderson county, is 34 miles W of Tyler, Texas and 68 miles SE of Dallas, Texas. The city is conveniently located inside the Dallas metropolitan area. There are an estimated 11,297 people in Athens.

Athens History

The city of Athens is the county seat of the Henderson County. It is known as the “original Home of the Hamburger." According to one tradition, since the founders of this city expected it to become a cultural center, the community was named after the city of Athens, Greece. However, other sources state that the city was named after Athens, Georgia. Athens is also nicknamed the “Black-Eyed Pea Capital of the World” because of its annual black-eyed pea festival.

Athens and nearby Attractions

• Henderson County Historical Museum
• Faulk and Gauntt Building
• Central Baptist Church
• Chalmers Lake
• Purtis Creek State Recreation Area
• Athens City Park

Things To Do In Athens

Those interested in learning about the local history and culture can pay a visit to the Henderson County Historical Museum. Chalmers Lake, Athens Lake, Bear Creek and Coppers Creek are beautiful water bodies and popular tourist spots. One can also visit the Athens City Park, Central Park and the Purtis Creek State Recreation Area, where a variety of recreational activities can be pursued.

Athens Transportation

Air transportation facilities are offered by the Tyler Pounds Regional Airport.

Athens Higher Education

For higher education, residents can enroll at the local Trinity Valley Community College. Other institutes nearby include the Tyler Junior College, Navarro College and The University of Texas at Tyler.

High Points

Athens strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. Peers)	Top 3%

Comparative Profile of Athens, TX

Comparing Athens to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built
People Living Alone

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Athens Almanac

Athens Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Athens Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Athens, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Athens Public Libraries

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Athens Hospitals

EAST TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER ATHENS
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
2000 SOUTH PALESTINE
(903) 676-1000
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Athens

Athens High Schools (2004)

ATHENS H S
708 E COLLEGE ST
903-677-6920
Serves 985 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 14.7

Athens Colleges

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Trinity Valley Community College

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