Apartments for rent in Athens, OH

The town of Athens, Ohio is home to slightly more than 24,000 residents. Young adults aged 15-24 will fit right in, as they make up an above-average 66% of the community, while young professionals are less well-represented. At an average age of just over 27, the city's population is notably younger than most cities in Ohio, ranking as the fifth-youngest municipality in the state. The majority of Athens residents rent, and 31% of residents own their homes despite a relatively steep average rent of $881 per month, significantly higher than the state average of $811.

Compared to the national average (7%), Athens has a high concentration of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 10% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. Further, 6% have earned a Bachelor's degree. There are two primary industries in Athens: education and entertainment. Combined, these industries account for 26% of the city's workforce. Athens workers earn an average annual income of just over $45,000, less than those elsewhere in the state. The city's average income also trails the national average ($73,345).

Athens's average commute time ranks as one of the best in Ohio at about 15 minutes, 5th-quickest in the state. Many residents (23%) drive themselves to work, while public transportation isn't widely used. Walking (14%) isn't a common method of commuting to work, though the number is much higher than the national average.