Athens County

Located in southeastern Ohio, Athens County has a population of 61,573 spread across 26,466 housing units. Owner-occupied homes account for 61.9 percent of the housing stock, with renters paying a median gross rent of $903 per month. The median household income stands at $53,837. Residents who commute to work reach their destinations in an average of 19.9 minutes, reflecting the relatively compact geography of the area. A notable 11.7 percent of workers in the county do their jobs from home, a share that points to a meaningful remote-work presence in the local workforce. The county seat of Athens is home to Ohio University, which shapes much of the economic and institutional character of the broader county. The surrounding area includes a mix of small towns and rural townships, contributing to the range of housing options and employment patterns found throughout this part of Appalachian Ohio.

Market description generated from current MLS and U.S. Census data.