Athens CCD, Alabama
Athens CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Athens CCD is a geographic entity located in Limestone County, Alabama. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 84,585. The land area covers 378.23 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84,585 | ±1,709 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 31,886 | ±727 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 34,813 | ±531 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 31,886 | ±727 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,927 | ±585 |
| Median Home Value | $256,600 | ±$10,274 |
| Median Gross Rent | $887 | ±$51 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,406 | ±$5,443 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,423 | ±$1,940 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,159 | ±1,279 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 38,394 | ±1,064 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.6% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 118,942 (2024)
ID: 160529
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
310 W WASHINGTON ST, ATHENS AL 35611-2597
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Athens, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Ardmore, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Athens, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athens, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Athens, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Athens, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Athens, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Decatur, AL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Taft, TN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, AL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Athens State University
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College | 1.2 mi away | 300 N Beaty St, Athens, AL, 35611 |
2562338100
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ATHENS - LIMESTONE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 603 JEFFERSON STREET, ATHENS, AL, 35611 |
(256) 232-1233
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John C Calhoun State Community College
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College | 12.2 mi away | 6250 U S Highway 31 N, Tanner, AL, 35671 |
2563062500
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ARDMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 25836 MAIN STREET, ARDMORE, TN, 38449 |
(931) 427-4883
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Paul Mitchell the School-Huntsville
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College Vocational | 15.9 mi away | 3810 Sullivan St Ste E, Madison, AL, 35758 |
2564648886
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HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC - MONROVIA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 254 ALLEN DRAKE ROAD, HUNTSVILLE, AL, 35806 |
(256) 489-3392
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Ross Medical Education Center-Huntsville
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College Vocational | 18.7 mi away | 930 Old Monrovia Road NW, Suite 9, Huntsville, AL, 35806-2509 |
2564309740
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DECATUR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 504 CHERRY STREET NE, DECATUR, AL, 35602 |
(256) 353-2993
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Oakwood University
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College | 18.8 mi away | 7000 Adventist Blvd NW, Huntsville, AL, 35896 |
2567267000
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HUNTSVILLE PUBLIC - MADISON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 142 PLAZA DRIVE, MADISON, AL, 35758 |
(256) 461-0046
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ATHENS, AL US, located 3.5 miles from Athens CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.3° | 33.5° | 42.4° | 5.52" | 0.5" |
| February | 55.9° | 36.7° | 46.3° | 5.43" | 0.5" |
| March | 64.5° | 43.5° | 54.0° | 5.59" | 0.3" |
| April | 73.3° | 51.3° | 62.3° | 5.40" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.4° | 60.4° | 70.4° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| June | 87.1° | 68.4° | 77.8° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.9° | 72.1° | 81.0° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| August | 89.8° | 70.9° | 80.3° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.9° | 64.5° | 74.7° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.7° | 52.6° | 63.7° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 63.0° | 41.9° | 52.4° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| December | 54.2° | 36.5° | 45.4° | 6.29" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Elkmont town | Town | 7.7 mi | — |
| Harvest CDP | CDP | 12.5 mi | — |
| Prospect CDP | CDP | 13.9 mi | — |
| Ardmore town | Town | 14.2 mi | — |
| Madison city | City | 14.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0108390144. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.