Athens village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Athens village, New York Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Athens village, New York has a total population of 1,877, the 658th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.

Athens village Quick Facts

Population 1,877

Median Household Income $82,500

Median Home Value $301,200

Poverty Rate 9.1%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 51.6 years

Homeownership Rate 78.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 41.5%

High School Graduation Rate 92.3%

Diversity Index 42/100

Population 1,877 658th of 1,287

Median Income $82,500 average

Poverty Rate 9.1% 27% lower national

Median Home Value $301,200 average

How Athens village Compares

Median Household Income

Athens village

$82,500

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Athens village

$301,200

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.5%

$25K-$50K 10.6%

$50K-$100K 26.9%

$100K+ 43.0%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

64.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.3%

Renter 21.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.3%

18-34

12.0%

35-54

27.5%

55-74

37.3%

75+

7.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Athens village Rankings in New York

#658 Population of 1,287

#600 Median Income of 1,287

#465 Education of 1,287

#501 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Athens village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fallsburg CDP	1,891	N/A	N/A	10.9%	84.9%
Black River village	1,880	$81,111	$211,000	34.0%	13.7%
Stillwater village	1,876	$80,234	$243,800	21.2%	10.7%
Lorenz Park CDP	1,947	$82,672	$198,700	23.6%	21.2%
Billington Heights CDP	1,925	$79,123	$297,600	51.8%	10.9%

Population Overview

Athens village is a small community located in New York. The total population is 1,877. It ranks as the 658th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Athens village is 51.6 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Athens village is $82,500. This is 2% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $301,200. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 78.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Athens village is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.7%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.

Education

41.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.3%. Notably, 22.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Athens village, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,287 Census-designated places in New York. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Athens village, New York?

Athens village, New York has a population of 1,877 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Athens village, NY?

The median household income in Athens village is $82,500, which is 5% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Athens village, NY?

The poverty rate in Athens village is 9.1%. This means approximately 171 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Athens village, New York?

Athens village's population is 74.7% White, 0.5% Black, 12.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Athens village, NY?

The median home value in Athens village is $301,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Athens village, New York?

41.5% of adults (25+) in Athens village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.