Athens, Ohio
Athens: town in Ohio
About
Athens is a town located in the county of Athens in the U.S. state of Ohio. Its population at the 2010 census was 23,832 and a population density of 916 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 24,600 inhabitants.
The town was created 229 years ago in 1796.
Quick Facts about Athens
| Population | 24,600 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Ohio (United States) |
| County | Athens County |
| Postal code | 45701 |
| Phone Area Codes | 740 |
| Area | 26.02 km2 |
| Water as percent of area | 0.84% |
| Land as percent of area | 99.16% |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.3292,-82.1013 |
| Named for | Athens |
| Altitude | 719 feet / 219 meters |
| Capital city | Athens is capital of Athens County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1797 (229 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 01:01:29 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 945 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 3.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 53℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Athens is located at 39°19'45"N 82°6'5"W (39.3292400, -82.1012600).
Athens map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. Southwest wind around 2 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Athens
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Athens increased by 3.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,832 | - | census |
| 2011 | 24,150 | 1.32% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 23,897 | -1.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 23,678 | -0.92% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 23,877 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 24,861 | 3.96% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,241 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 25,197 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 24,620 | -2.34% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 24,602 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 24,600 | -0.01% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Athens
1Strouds Run State Park
11661 State Park Rd, Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
Phone: +17405922302 | Website available
2Sells Park
Avon Pl, Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
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3Indian Mound
Township Hwy 213A, Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
Phone: +17407673570 | Website available
4Baker Preserve
Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
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5Dale & Jackie Riddle State Nature Preserve
A0100100860.00, Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
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Services and Civic Places in Athens
1Natural Resources Wildlife
360 E State St, Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
Phone: +17405899901
2US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
540 W Union St, Athens, OH 45701, United States View details
Phone: +17405935333 | Website available
People born in Athens (45)
People born in Athens, including architect and artist Maya Lin, soccer player Kevin Hartman, musician Art Tripp, .
More notable people
- John William Brown (politician (1913-1993)) he was born in 28/12/1913
- Charles F. Scott (American engineer) he was born in 19/09/1864
- Bernarda Bryson Shahn (American artist (1903-2004)) she was born in 09/03/1903
- Ruby Mercer (Canadian singer, writer and broadcaster) she was born in 26/07/1906
- Dow Finsterwald (American professional golfer) he was born in 06/09/1929
- Charles Caldwell McCabe (American methodist leader) he was born in 11/10/1836
- Claire Ball (American politician) she was born in 04/10/1941
- David Hastings Moore (Union Army officer) he was born in 04/09/1838
- Dewey Bohling (American football player) he was born in 22/08/1938
- Dick Coury (American football coach) he was born in 29/09/1929
- Earl Cranston (Union Army officer) he was born in 27/06/1840
- Frank McDowell Leavitt (American engineer) he was born in 01/01/1856
- George Kahler (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 06/09/1889
- Hubert Bobo (American football player (1934-1999)) he was born in 02/07/1934
- Israel Moore Foster (American politician) he was born in 12/01/1873
- John D. Boon (American merchant and politician in the Oregon Country) he was born in 08/01/1817
- Larry Hunter (American basketball player-coach) he was born in 08/08/1949
- Paul Melko (American writer) he was born in 22/05/1968
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Athens, OH. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204857 | Ohio University-Main Campus | Athens (OH) | 45701-2979 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Athens, OH. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPM | South Portsmouth–South Shore station | Main St & US 23 | RAIL |
| COL | Columbus, OH | 111 East Town Street | BUS |
| AKY | Ashland Transportation Center | 99 15th Street | RAIL |
| HUN | Huntington | 1050 8th Avenue | RAIL |
| CHW | Charleston | 350 MacCorkle Avenue - Southeast | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Athens.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Baker Center Post Office | Athens (OH) | 45701 |
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- Athens, Wisconsin village in Marathon County, Wisconsin with a population of 1,079 people.
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Other cities in Athens County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Athens County , OH.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Brookville | 5,882 | Human settlement in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Nelsonville | 5,119 | City in Athens County, Ohio, USA |
| Hocking | 4,702 | Township in Fairfield County, Ohio |
| The Plains | 3,080 | Town in Virginia, United States |
| Glouster | 1,779 | City in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Sugar Creek | 1,207 | Township in Greene County, Ohio |
| Chauncey | 1,038 | Village in the United States |
| Albany | 892 | Village in Athens County, Ohio, United States |
| Buchtel | 568 | Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America |
| Coolville | 493 | Human settlement in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America |
| Trimble | 407 | Township in Athens County, Ohio |
| Morristown | 285 | Village in Ohio, United States |
| Amesville | 153 | Human settlement in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Athens distances to largest Ohio cities