Athens, TX is a small town located in Henderson County, which is ranked 145th out of 254 counties in Texas. The population of Athens is 12,915 according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2019 estimates. According to BestPlaces, Athens has an overall ranking of #951 out of all 1,715 cities and towns in the US. In regards to quality of life indicators, Athens ranks number 632 for crime & safety (#1 being the safest), 541 for cost of living (#1 being the most affordable), 865 for education (#1 being the best educated population) and 906 for employment (#1 being the highest employment rate). Although it doesn't rank too highly on some indicators, Athens still holds its own unique charm as a small town in East Texas that has become a great place to live and visit.
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