Demographics in Athens, WV

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Athens?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

1,156

Male

553

47.8%

Female

603

52.2%

Median Age

27.3

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

88.0%

Black

6.0%

Hispanic

1.6%

Asian

0.9%

Two or More

4.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

27.1%

High School or Higher

40.7%

Foreign Born

3.5%

Veterans

1.6%

Married

28.8%

Avg Household Size

3.1

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Athens, WV has a population of 1,156 with a median age of 27.3. The racial makeup is 88.0% White, 1.6% Hispanic, 6.0% Black, 0.9% Asian. About 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.5%.