Athens County's 2026 population is estimated at 63,716, reflecting a 0.39% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Athens County is the 41st largest county in Ohio. The 2010 population was 65,175 and has grown -2.24% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 33.2 years
Female: 33.6 years
Male: 32.7 years
There are 52,585 adults, (9,302 of whom are seniors) in Athens County.
Female: 31,005 (50.2%)
Male: 30,732 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Athens County includes 89.72% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 55,392 | 89.72% |
| Two or more races | 3,280 | 5.31% |
| Black or African American | 1,368 | 2.22% |
| Asian | 1,299 | 2.1% |
| Other race | 374 | 0.61% |
| Native American | 24 | 0.04% |
Athens County 's average per capita income is $43,470. Household income levels show a median of $56,001. The poverty rate stands at 21.49%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $97,910 | - |
| Families | $84,311 | $102,013 |
| Households | $56,001 | $77,790 |
| Non Families | $28,716 | $50,507 |
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