Athens, Texas
Athens: city in Texas.
About
Athens is a city located in the county of Henderson in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 12,710 and a population density of 256 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 12,770 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Athens
| Population | 12,770 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Henderson County |
| Postal code | 75751–75752 |
| Area | 49.62 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.2049,-95.8555 |
| Named for | Athens |
| Altitude | 489 feet / 149 meters |
| Capital city | Athens is capital of Henderson County |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 18:29:55 (15th September 2026) |
| Density | 257 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.47% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Athens is located at 32°12'18"N 95°51'20"W (32.2048700, -95.8555200).
Athens map
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 75, with temperatures rising to around 77 overnight. South wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Athens
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Athens increased by 0.47% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,710 | - | census |
| 2011 | 12,776 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 12,750 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 12,669 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 12,638 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 12,576 | -0.49% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 12,612 | 0.29% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 12,598 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 12,715 | 0.93% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 12,753 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 12,770 | 0.13% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Athens
1Texas Agricultural Ext Services
100 E Tyler St #300, Athens, TX 75751, United States View details
Phone: +19036756130 | Website available
People born in Athens (15)
People born in Athens, including businessman Sid W. Richardson, football player Barron Tanner, flight director Gerald D. Griffin, .
More notable people
- James C. Spencer (Member of the Texas House of Representatives) he was born in 11/05/1914
- Odrick Ray (American football player) he was born in 24/05/1989
- Pete Donohue (American baseball player) he was born in 05/11/1900
- Wes Bradshaw (American football player and coach (1897-1960)) he was born in 26/11/1897
- William R. Hawn (American businessman) he was born in 13/01/1910
- William Wayne Justice (American judge) he was born in 25/02/1920
- Fred LaRue (American presidential aide) he was born in 11/10/1928
- Stuart Spitzer (Member of the Texas House of Representatives) he was born in 01/01/1967
- Jakeem Grant (American football player) he was born in 30/10/1992
- Adam Gibbs (American voice actor) he was born in 15/06/1986
- Goldie Printis Horton ((1887-1972)) she was born in 04/09/1887
- Tay Money (American rapper) she was born in 06/04/1993
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Athens, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225308 | Trinity Valley Community College | Athens (TX) | 75751 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Athens, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TYL | Tyler, TX | 303 North Bois D'Arc Street | BUS |
| MIN | Mineola | 115 East Front St. | RAIL |
| MSQ | Mesquite, TX | 1331 Highway 80 East \r\n1331 Highway 80 East \r\n | BUS |
| DAG | Dallas, TX | 205 South Lamar Street | BUS |
| DAL | Union Station | 400 South Houston St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Athens.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Athen Post Office | Athens (TX) | 75751 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Athens, Georgia consolidated city-county and county seat of Clarke County, Georgia, United States. with a population of 116,714 people.
- Athens, Alabama county seat of Limestone County, Alabama, United States. with a population of 28,643 people.
- Athens, Ohio town in Ohio. with a population of 24,600 people.
- Athens, Tennessee town in Tennessee, United States. with a population of 14,120 people.
- Athens, New York city in Greene County, New York, United States of America. with a population of 3,946 people.
- Athens, Pennsylvania borough in Pennsylvania, United States. with a population of 3,180 people.
- Athens, Illinois city in Menard County, Illinois, United States. with a population of 1,893 people.
- Athens, Wisconsin village in Marathon County, Wisconsin. with a population of 1,079 people.
Other cities in Henderson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Henderson County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Gun Barrel City | 6,208 | Town of the United States |
| Chandler | 3,219 | City in Henderson County, Texas, United States |
| Tool | 2,335 | City in Henderson County, Texas, United States |
| Malakoff | 2,314 | City in Texas, United States |
| Seven Points | 1,557 | City in Henderson County, Texas, United States |
| Berryville | 1,066 | Town of the United States |
| Eustace | 1,020 | City in Texas, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Athens distances to largest Texas cities