Downtown

Historical buildings and student housing to pockets of newer construction perfect for investors.

Welcome to Downtown

Integrated into the heart of UGA’s campus, downtown Athens was named the South’s Best College Town in Southern Living Magazine (2022). It is not only the epicenter for students but the cultural center of the city.
 
From locally owned restaurants to unique boutiques and quaint shops to a vibrant and diverse music scene, Athens has an abundance to offer. Options for downtown living range from historical buildings and student housing to pockets of newer construction perfect for investors.
 

Overview for Downtown, GA

16,305 people live in Downtown, where the median age is 22.6 and the average individual income is $10,192.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,305

Total Population

22.6 years

Median Age

High

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

$10,192.41

Average individual Income

Around Downtown, GA

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

94
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
80
Very Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Normaltown Brewing, A B C Package Store, and Tienda Mexicana Los Amigos.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.99 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$ 2.3 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 1.24 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 0.89 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.4 miles 19 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 3.29 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downtown, GA

Downtown has 3,636 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,305 people call Downtown home. The population density is 6,644.76 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,305

Total Population

High

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

22.6

Median Age

43.03 / 56.97%

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
3,636

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$10,192.41

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 Downtown, GA

All ()
Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Downtown. 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
PRIVATE
K - 5th
No rating available

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