West Athens

It's one of the Athens most popular areas to call home. Uniquely located on the edge of the city.

Welcome to West Athens

With several neighborhoods, various home styles, and a wide array of lot sizes, the Westside is one of the Athens most popular areas to call home. Uniquely located on the edge of the city, the Westside is especially perfect for anyone who wants the convenience of “in-town” living while still being able to hop on Loop 10, HWY 78 or HWY 316 for an out of town commute. Residents love being close to all of their favorite shopping, restaurants and award winning schools such as Timothy Road Elementary & Oglethorpe, Athens only school with a Spanish emersion program.
 
One of Athens’ hidden gems, Ben Burton Park, is a favorite among Westside residents for hiking, dog walking, and easy river. Highly sought-after neighborhoods such as Forrest Heights, Kingswood, and Homewood Hills are full of families who desire the comfort of a traditional neighborhood with large lots and community minded neighbors. Many residents join the Hampton Heights Neighborhood Pool to meet neighbors and have a place for their children to meet lifelong friendships and memories. With most homes being only a short ride to Five PointsNormaltownUGA Campus, and Downtown, the Westside truly is close to everything Classic City has to offer!

Overview for West Athens, GA

126,952 people live in West Athens, where the median age is 31.9 and the average individual income is $25,342.95. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

126,952

Total Population

31.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$25,342.95

Average individual Income

Around West Athens, GA

There's plenty to do around West Athens, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

54
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
53
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Taqueria Juaritos, Normaltown Brewing, and A B C Package Store.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.16 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.79 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.57 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.91 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 2.04 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.06 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West Athens, GA

West Athens has 50,284 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Athens do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 126,952 people call West Athens home. The population density is 1,064.83 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

126,952

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

31.9

Median Age

47.58 / 52.42%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
50,284

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$25,342.95

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in West Athens, GA

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby West Athens. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Timothy Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
Whitehead Road Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Cedar Shoals High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
1/5
Barrow Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
Athens Montessori School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PRIVATE
K - 5th
No rating available
St Joseph Catholic Parish School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Chase Street Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
Howard B. Stroud Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Judia Jackson Harris Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Double Helix Steam School
PRIVATE
4th - 9th
No rating available
Foothills Charter High School (Central Office - Athens)
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Hilsman Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Burney-Harris-Lyons Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
Fowler Drive Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Coile Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
1/5
Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
Wasecca Montesori School
PRIVATE
PreK - 4th
No rating available
Clarke Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
2/5
Barnett Shoals Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Clarke Central High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
3/5
Alps Road Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Gaines Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
No rating available
Cleveland Road Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
2/5
Whit Davis Road Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
1/5
Classic City High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available

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