Athens County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the most recent data available, the county has a population of approximately 62,223 people, with a population density of about 122.73 persons per square mile.
The county spans a total land area of 507.00 square miles (1,313.00 square kilometers). The administrative center and county seat is Athens, which often serves as a hub for local governance and services. The largest city within the county by population is Athens.
Geographically, Athens County experiences varied elevations, with its highest point at Albany 755 ft and its lowest point at Jacksonville 0 ft. The region operates in the UTC-5.