Athens County, county in Ohio, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 65,481 inhabitants. The county was created 219 years ago in 1805. Its county seat is Athens.
There are 14 city/town in Athens County, OH. The largest city of Athens County is Athens with a population of 24,600. Other cities include, Brookville population 5,882, Nelsonville population 5,119, Hocking population 4,702, The Plains population 3,080
Nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio, Athens County contains several historic small towns and scenic communities. Here are some highlights:
Athens - Home to Ohio University, Athens has around 25,000 residents. It has a vibrant college town culture, music scene, and historic architecture.
Nelsonville - Just east of Athens, Nelsonville is a former coal mining town with around 5,500 residents today. Historic sites include Stuart's Opera House.
Albany - Sitting along the Hocking River, Albany has under 500 residents. It's known for its quaint downtown, antiques, and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Amesville - Founded in the early 1800s, Amesville has around 250 residents. The Burr Oak Gallery highlights folk art from Appalachian artists.
New Marshfield - This tiny college village has historic homes and buildings surrounding the campus of Tri-County College Seminary.
Athens County's college town culture combined with its Appalachian heritage and abundant natural beauty make it the perfect destination for soaking in southeastern Ohio charm.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Athens County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Albany | Village in Athens County, Ohio, United States | 892 |
Amesville | Human settlement in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America | 153 |
Athens | Town in Ohio | 24,600 |
Brookville | Human settlement in Montgomery County, Ohio, United States of America | 5,882 |
Buchtel | Human settlement in Ohio, United States of America | 568 |
Chauncey | Village in the United States | 1,038 |
Coolville | Human settlement in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America | 493 |
Glouster | City in Athens County, Ohio, United States of America | 1,779 |
Hocking | Township in Fairfield County, Ohio | 4,702 |
Morristown | Village in Ohio, United States | 285 |
Nelsonville | City in Athens County, Ohio, USA | 5,119 |
Sugar Creek | Township in Greene County, Ohio | 1,207 |
The Plains | Town in Virginia, United States | 3,080 |
Trimble | Township in Athens County, Ohio | 407 |