Athol, MA
Maps & Population Facts

Population
11,680
Population Density
362
Labor Participaton
61.2%
Bachelor's or Higher
17.9%
Median Household Income
$50,417
Median Individual Income
$37,021
Median Individual Income(Full-time Workers Only)
$54,688

Housing Estimates

Median House Value
$143,800
Median Gross Rent
$837
Median Mortgage Payment
$1,343
Housing Units
5,560
People who reside in Athol live in:
Detached - Single Family Homes
67%
Apt, Condo, Other
33%
Analysis

Income

Households in Athol earn less money than the national median income, averaging 16% less per household.

Housing

Athol has a median house price of $143,800. The cost of owning a home in Athol is less than most areas. The cost of renting in Athol is 17% less than the national average.

Percent
Renter Occupied Households 38%
New Construction (Built after 2000) 6%

Demographics

The median age in Athol is 44. Athol has a population that is significantly older than in comparison to the US median age.

Athol ranks in the lowest of the nation for having an educated population and has significantly less college graduates per resident than most areas.

Housing Data

Housing Comparison
Athol Massachusetts USA
Median Property Value 143,800 385,400 217,600
Median Mortgage Payment 1,343 2,108 1,513
Median Gross Rent 837 1,208 1,012
Property Vacancy 13.1% 10.0% 12.6%
% Renters 30% 38% 36%
Residents per Sq. Mi. 362 885 93
Personal Comparison
Athol Massachusetts USA
Median Household Income 50,417 77,385 60,336
Median Individual Income 37,021 41,700 33,646
Median Income (Full-Time) 54,688 60,923 46,881
Median Age 44.4 39.5 38.1
Labor Participation 61.2% 67.8% 62.8%
Attained College Degree 17.9% 43.4% 32.0%

Population Density Analysis

Athol, MA
362
Residents per Sq. Mile
The population density of Athol is comparable to that of a Rural Area.
Major City
10,000 Residents +
Mid-Sized City
5,000 Residents +
Small City
2,500 Residents +
Suburban
500 Residents +
Rural
100 Residents +
Remote
1 Residents +

Demographics