Population
128K
Cost of living
Moderate cost
State avg salary
$61,000
About Athens
UGA college town with a legendary music scene.
As one of Georgia's key cities, Athens shares the state's moderate-cost profile and access to industries like film and media, logistics, technology. Explore the full Georgia guide for housing, jobs, taxes, schools, and more.
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