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Athens, Tennessee

city · McMinn County

At a glance

14,471
Population
$225,000
Median home value
26% below U.S. median
$846/mo
Median rent
37% below U.S. median
$53,929
Median household income
31% below U.S. median
21.7 min
Average commute
92.1%
Homes with broadband
6.2%
Unemployment

Living here

Colleges in town:
Nearest 4-year college0 mi
Nearest community college23 mi
Nearest technical college2 mi
High school graduates87.7%
College graduates23.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Athens
The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce is a business association in Athens, Tennessee that works to strengthen the local economy and support its members. It also aims to enhance the quality of life in McMinn County.
county McMinn County Economic Development Authority
The McMinn County Economic Development Authority (EDA) is dedicated to driving growth, innovation, and opportunity throughout McMinn County. It works to attract new businesses, support existing industries, and foster partnerships that strengthen the local economy, while actively championing tourism by showcasing McMinn County's attractions, history, and vibrant community.
state America Electric Power Economic Development
AEP’s Economic Development pages describe site selection services and energy solutions to power business growth across its 11-state service area. The pages also provide contact information for investor relations and media relations.
state Four Lake Authority
The Tennessee Central Economic Authority is a regional economic development organization serving five counties in Middle Tennessee. Its mission is to recruit, retain, and expand advanced manufacturing job opportunities in the Macon, Smith, Sumner, Trousdale/Hartsville Metro, and Wilson counties region.
state Southeast Industrial Development Association
The Southeast Industrial Development Association is a regional economic development association providing site location services and financing to support site selection, expansions, and related opportunities across its SEIDA service area.
state Tennessee Dept. of Eco. & Community Dev.
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development (TNECD) is the state agency that helps businesses large and small succeed in Tennessee. It recruits new businesses to the state, supports the growth of existing businesses and markets the state as a premier business destination.
state Tennessee Valley Authority Economic Development
TVA Economic Development offers programs and services designed to spark job creation, encourage investment, and boost wages across the seven-state Tennessee Valley region. We serve as a trusted partner, connector, and coach to communities and businesses seeking site selection and investment opportunities.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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