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Life in Athens
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Cost of Living
It’s always cheaper to live in a small town than in a large metroplex. That is certainly true in the case of Athens. The Cost of Living Index is 81.5 That means it’s cheaper to live here than most other large, popular cities and cheaper than even some other small towns.
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Education
The primary educator in Athens is the Athens Independent School District (AISD). Around 3,400 children are enrolled on 5 campuses, with nearly 462 teachers and staff. The children in AISD schools are very ethnically diverse. Nearly 8% of the student population is in the Gifted and Talented program. SAT scores in the district typically run over 1,000. District wide attendance for students is in the upper 90% range.
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Healthcare
The largest employer in Athens is UT Health East Texas with over 550 doctors, nurses and staff. The state-of-the-art hospital is part of the University of Texas health care system that includes the UT Tyler campus, soon to have the newest medical university education program in Texas. This affiliation means UT Health East Texas can deliver greater access to world-class medicine, health centers, technology and research.
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Housing
Over 75% of Henderson County residents own their own home. That’s partly due to a robust employment picture for the greater Athens area. You can find pretty much any type of housing you desire, from historic to modern, modest to palatial, in Athens and Henderson County. Over 250 brand-new apartments have already received site plan approval and will be completed in 2022 at 2 different complexes.
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Taxes
There’s a reason so many businesses are moving to Texas, the state is very “tax friendly.” Continue reading to view some of the tax incentives that businesses can take advantage of in Athens.
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Recreation & Culture
The culture of Athens is a small town feel with charm, a sociable community, friendly and fun, with the amenities that make a community a great place to live and raise a family. Continue reading to learn more.