Athens is a city located in Limestone County, in the state of Alabama (AL), United States. Nestled in the East South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 39.3 square miles (102.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 720 ft. With a population of approximately 18,967 residents, Athens offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.3% males and 52.7% females, and it has a population density of 482.62 people per square mile (186.34/km²). Athens lies at a latitude of 34.79 and a longitude of -86.97, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (18.7%), followed by English (9.1%), German (6.3%), and Scotch-Irish (2.1%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 35611.