Athens, LA - Best Places To Live
Athens Info Snack
Population280
Median Home Price$82,700
Median Income$36,250
Unemployment Rate24.26%
Athens Highlights
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Map Of Athens, LA
Population over time in Athens
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 280 | -23.08% |
| 2013 | 364 | 8.98% |
| 2012 | 334 | -15.87% |
| 2011 | 397 | -1.98% |
| 2010 | 405 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Athens
| Population | Athens | Louisiana | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 53.6% | 59.7% | 62.8% |
| Black / African American | 43.6% | 31.9% | 12.2% |
| Native Hawaiian | 1.8% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Hispanic | 0.7% | 4.6% | 16.9% |
| Two Or More Races | 0.4% | 1.4% | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Some Other Race | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Gender in Athens
| Population | Athens | Louisiana | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 59.6% | 48.9% | 49.2% |
| Female | 40.4% | 51.1% | 50.8% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Athens for adults over 25
| Education | Athens | Louisiana | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| High School \ GED | 43.0% | 33.9% | 28.0% |
| Some College | 31.4% | 26.8% | 29.1% |
| Less Than High School | 12.8% | 17.2% | 13.7% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 7.6% | 14.7% | 18.3% |
| Master's Degree | 5.2% | 5.0% | 7.8% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
