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Athens, West Virginia

Athens, West Virginia, in Mercer county, is 59 miles W of Roanoke, Virginia (center to center) and 152 miles N of Charlotte, North Carolina. There are an estimated 1,102 people in the town.

The People and Families of Athens

In Athens, about 33% of adults are married. Though there are lots of families, Athens isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Males represent a higher percentage of the population in the town than in most places.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Athens had a median family income of $45,694. Athens has more than its share of wealthy families and people. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in the town.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($1,050) in Athens. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Crime and Safety

The low crime rate is a boost to quality of living and housing values in Athens.

Athens Housing

Approximately 68% of housing in Athens is owner-occupied. The town sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

Commuting

In Athens, 88% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyAthens Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyAthens Low Violent Crime
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyAthens College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 8%Athens Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 10%Athens Median Family Income
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Athens Affordability of Property Taxes
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Athens Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 15%Athens Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Athens, WV

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity89
Well-Paid Single Men810
Senior Citizens31
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Female Share of the Population11
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married24
Average Household Size13

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income710
People in Middle Class or Better48
People Above Poverty25

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use98
Short Commute Times77
Walking and Biking to Work34
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes96
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Affordability of Rents74
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
People Living Alone53
Housing Recently Built35

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime1010
Low Violent Crime1010
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