Athol, MA

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Athol Overview

9,148
TOTAL POPULATION
4,608
MALE POPULATION
4,540
FEMALE POPULATION
101.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.52
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,774
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,536
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,962
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$6,885
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,633
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Athol Zip Codes

Athol Area Codes

Race in Athol

The most populous races in Athol are White / Caucasian (8,385 | 91.7%), Hispanic or Latino (730 | 8.0%), and Two or more Races (347 | 3.8%).
Race in Athol
Race# Population% Population
Asian640.7%
Black / African American400.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino7308.0%
Native / Alaskan100.1%
White / Caucasian8,38591.7%
Two or more Races3473.8%
Some other Race3023.3%
Total9,148100.0%

Ancestry in Athol

The most populous ancestries reported in Athol are English (992 | 10.8%), Irish (964 | 10.5%), French (956 | 10.4%), Italian (909 | 9.9%), and American (856 | 9.4%), together accounting for 51.1% of all Athol residents.
Ancestry in Athol
Ancestry# Population% Population
Alaska Native340.4%
Albanian100.1%
American8569.4%
Apache90.1%
Arab90.1%
Argentinean1431.6%
Armenian450.5%
Austrian130.1%
Canadian1041.1%
Cape Verdean790.9%
Celtic170.2%
Central American400.4%
Cuban170.2%
Danish250.3%
Dutch280.3%
Eastern European200.2%
English99210.8%
European1711.9%
Finnish3033.3%
French95610.4%
French Canadian4835.3%
German4825.3%
Greek280.3%
Hungarian160.2%
Indian (Asian)390.4%
Irish96410.5%
Iroquois110.1%
Italian9099.9%
Jamaican180.2%
Lebanese90.1%
Lithuanian1701.9%
Mexican350.4%
Norwegian380.4%
Pakistani600.7%
Polish6166.7%
Portuguese1491.6%
Puerto Rican4955.4%
Russian90.1%
Salvadoran400.4%
Scandinavian370.4%
Scotch-Irish370.4%
Scottish1351.5%
South American1431.6%
Sri Lankan160.2%
Subsaharan African790.9%
Swedish1641.8%
Thai270.3%
Ukrainian160.2%
Welsh130.1%
Yugoslavian60.1%
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Immigrants in Athol

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Athol came from Latin America (201 | 2.2%), South America (160 | 1.8%), Argentina (143 | 1.6%), Europe (89 | 1.0%), and Asia (46 | 0.5%), together accounting for 7.0% of all Athol residents.
Immigrants in Athol
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Argentina1431.6%
Asia460.5%
Austria60.1%
Brazil90.1%
Canada160.2%
Caribbean10.0%
Central America400.4%
Eastern Europe80.1%
El Salvador400.4%
England180.2%
Europe891.0%
Germany400.4%
India350.4%
Indonesia110.1%
Jamaica10.0%
Latin America2012.2%
Northern Europe190.2%
Poland80.1%
Portugal160.2%
South America1601.8%
South Central Asia350.4%
South Eastern Asia110.1%
Southern Europe160.2%
Western Europe460.5%
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Sex and Age in Athol

Sex and Age in Athol

The most populous age groups in Athol are 5 to 9 Years (422 | 9.2%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (435 | 9.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Athol
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years293 (6.4%)248 (5.5%)
5 to 9 Years422 (9.2%)201 (4.4%)
10 to 14 Years315 (6.8%)344 (7.6%)
15 to 19 Years217 (4.7%)397 (8.7%)
20 to 24 Years323 (7.0%)218 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Years365 (7.9%)434 (9.6%)
30 to 34 Years247 (5.4%)210 (4.6%)
35 to 39 Years292 (6.3%)254 (5.6%)
40 to 44 Years309 (6.7%)280 (6.2%)
45 to 49 Years337 (7.3%)435 (9.6%)
50 to 54 Years269 (5.8%)158 (3.5%)
55 to 59 Years326 (7.1%)297 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years280 (6.1%)381 (8.4%)
65 to 69 Years182 (4.0%)239 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years227 (4.9%)149 (3.3%)
75 to 79 Years95 (2.1%)133 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years50 (1.1%)73 (1.6%)
85 Years and over59 (1.3%)89 (2.0%)
Total4,608 (100.0%)4,540 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Athol

Median Family Size in Athol

The median family size in Athol is 3.21 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,343 | 62.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.52 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (356 | 16.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.32 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Athol
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,343 (62.2%)3.52
Single Male/Father356 (16.5%)2.32
Single Female/Mother460 (21.3%)2.97
Total Families2,159 (100.0%)3.21

Median Household Size in Athol

The median household size in Athol is 2.58 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,343 | 38.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.59 persons per household. non-family households (1,379 | 39.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Athol
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,343 (38.0%)3.59
Single Male/Father356 (10.1%)3.05
Single Female/Mother460 (13.0%)3.16
Non-family1,379 (39.0%)1.29
Total Households3,538 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Athol

Out of a total of 3,538 households in Athol, 2,159 (61.0%) are family households, while 1,379 (39.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 735, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,072.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Athol
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,072 (30.3%)
2-Person Households735 (20.8%)224 (6.3%)
3-Person Households675 (19.1%)75 (2.1%)
4-Person Households330 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households229 (6.5%)8 (0.2%)
6-Person Households135 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households55 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,159 (61.0%)1,379 (39.0%)

Female Fertility in Athol

Fertility by Age in Athol

Average fertility rate in Athol is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 110.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 89.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Athol
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years95 (89.6%)110.0
35 to 50 years11 (10.4%)11.0
Total106 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Athol

87.7% of women with births (106) in Athol are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 13.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Athol
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years82 (86.3%)13 (13.7%)
35 to 50 years11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (87.7%)13 (12.3%)

Fertility by Education in Athol

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Athol
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma44 (41.5%)56.0
College or Associate's Degree35 (33.0%)55.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree27 (25.5%)237.0
Total106 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Athol

12.3% of women with births in Athol are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 29.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Athol
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma31 (70.5%)13 (29.5%)
College or Associate's Degree35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total93 (87.7%)13 (12.3%)

Income in Athol

Income Overview in Athol

Per Capita Income in Athol is $27,774, while median incomes of families and households are $75,536 and $62,962 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income9,148$27,774
Median Family Income2,159$75,536
Mean Family Income2,159$81,258
Median Household Income3,538$62,962
Mean Household Income3,538$71,451
Income Deficit2,159$6,885
Wage / Income Gap (%)9,14818.67%
Wage / Income Gap ($)9,14881.33¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index9,1480.41

Earnings by Sex in Athol

Average Earnings in Athol are $35,882, $37,833 for men and $30,769 for women, a difference of 18.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Athol
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,352 (50.1%)$37,833
Female2,340 (49.9%)$30,769
Total4,692 (100.0%)$35,882

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Athol

The most common earnings brackets in Athol are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (238 | 10.1%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (297 | 12.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Athol
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less159 (6.8%)195 (8.3%)
$2,500 to $4,99994 (4.0%)109 (4.7%)
$5,000 to $7,49946 (2.0%)73 (3.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99964 (2.7%)90 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $12,49981 (3.4%)82 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99967 (2.9%)259 (11.1%)
$15,000 to $17,499100 (4.3%)33 (1.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99928 (1.2%)39 (1.7%)
$20,000 to $22,49937 (1.6%)64 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,999187 (8.0%)56 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99977 (3.3%)166 (7.1%)
$30,000 to $34,999112 (4.8%)74 (3.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999202 (8.6%)90 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99961 (2.6%)164 (7.0%)
$45,000 to $49,999116 (4.9%)107 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $54,999109 (4.6%)144 (6.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999238 (10.1%)138 (5.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999199 (8.5%)59 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999155 (6.6%)297 (12.7%)
$100,000+220 (9.3%)101 (4.3%)
Total2,352 (100.0%)2,340 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Athol

Average earnings in Athol are $46,531 for men and $38,418 for women, a difference of 17.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $75,375, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $24,191. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,375, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $18,571.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Athol
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$24,191$0
High School Diploma$38,690$18,571
College or Associate's Degree$55,395$37,841
Bachelor's Degree$60,098$53,828
Graduate Degree$75,375$64,375
Total$46,531$38,418

Family Income in Athol

Family Income Brackets in Athol

According to the Athol family income data, there are 568 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 26.3% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 71 families (3.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Athol
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000713.3%
$10,000 to $14,999864.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991215.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991949.0%
$35,000 to $49,99922710.5%
$50,000 to $74,99936717.0%
$75,000 to $99,99956826.3%
$100,000 to $149,99927212.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991738.0%
$200,000+823.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Athol

7+ person families (45 | 2.1%) account for the highest median family income in Athol with $150,703 per family, while 3-person families (569 | 26.4%) have the highest median income of $25,549 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Athol
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families948 (43.9%)$47,857
3-Person Families569 (26.4%)$76,648
4-Person Families284 (13.2%)$76,136
5-Person Families218 (10.1%)$81,250
6-Person Families95 (4.4%)$88,250
7+ Person Families45 (2.1%)$150,703
Total2,159 (100.0%)$75,536

Family Income by Number of Earners in Athol

The median family income in Athol is $75,536, with families comprising 3+ earners (255) having the highest median family income of $97,344, while families with no earners (339) have the lowest median family income of $25,083, accounting for 11.8% and 15.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Athol
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners339 (15.7%)$25,083
1 Earner762 (35.3%)$64,688
2 Earners803 (37.2%)$87,750
3+ Earners255 (11.8%)$97,344
Total2,159 (100.0%)$75,536

Household Income in Athol

Household Income Brackets in Athol

With 743 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Athol, accounting for 21.0% of all households. In contrast, only 96 households (2.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Athol
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001704.8%
$10,000 to $14,9992487.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993118.8%
$25,000 to $34,99941011.6%
$35,000 to $49,9993339.4%
$50,000 to $74,99956616.0%
$75,000 to $99,99974321.0%
$100,000 to $149,99944912.7%
$150,000 to $199,9992196.2%
$200,000+962.7%

Household Income by Householder Age in Athol

The median household income in Athol is $62,962, with the highest median household income of $79,918 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,448 households (40.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $36,875, with 800 households (22.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Athol
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years62 (1.8%)$46,307
25 to 44 Years1,228 (34.7%)$63,176
45 to 64 Years1,448 (40.9%)$79,918
65+ Years800 (22.6%)$36,875
Total3,538 (100.0%)$62,962

Poverty in Athol

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Athol

With 12.9% poverty level for males and 13.8% for females among the residents of Athol, 35 to 44 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 145 males (24.1%) and 69 females (29.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Athol
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years39 (13.3%)69 (29.0%)
5 Years7 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years7 (1.8%)20 (10.9%)
12 to 14 Years36 (23.5%)11 (4.2%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)10 (5.6%)
18 to 24 Years41 (9.1%)92 (24.1%)
25 to 34 Years107 (17.5%)125 (19.4%)
35 to 44 Years145 (24.1%)99 (18.5%)
45 to 54 Years60 (9.9%)20 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years94 (15.5%)96 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years8 (2.0%)34 (8.8%)
75 Years and over41 (20.1%)47 (15.9%)
Total585 (12.9%)623 (13.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Athol

According to the poverty statistics in Athol, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Athol
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years254 (86.7%)169 (71.0%)
5 Years120 (94.5%)93 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years393 (98.3%)163 (89.1%)
12 to 14 Years117 (76.5%)250 (95.8%)
15 Years44 (100.0%)54 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years48 (100.0%)169 (94.4%)
18 to 24 Years407 (90.8%)290 (75.9%)
25 to 34 Years505 (82.5%)519 (80.6%)
35 to 44 Years456 (75.9%)435 (81.5%)
45 to 54 Years546 (90.1%)573 (96.6%)
55 to 64 Years512 (84.5%)582 (85.8%)
65 to 74 Years401 (98.0%)354 (91.2%)
75 Years and over163 (79.9%)248 (84.1%)
Total3,966 (87.2%)3,899 (86.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Athol

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Athol show that 6.4% or 86 of the total 1,343 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 10.1%, comprising of 76 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Athol
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children676 (89.9%)76 (10.1%)
1 or 2 Children412 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children161 (94.2%)10 (5.9%)
5 or more Children8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,257 (93.6%)86 (6.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Athol

According to the poverty data in Athol, 30.3% or 108 single-father households and 19.1% or 88 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 82 households (40.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 households (27.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Athol
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children26 (19.1%)8 (5.5%)
1 or 2 Children82 (40.2%)80 (27.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total108 (30.3%)88 (19.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Athol

The poverty data for Athol shows that 86 of the married-couple family households (6.4%) and 196 of the single-parent households (24.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 76 households (10.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 162 household (32.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Athol
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children76 (10.1%)34 (12.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)162 (32.7%)
3 or 4 Children10 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total86 (6.4%)196 (24.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Athol

Employment by Class of Employer in Athol

Among the 4,133 employed individuals in Athol, private company employees (2,815 | 68.1%), not-for-profit organizations (441 | 10.7%), and local government employees (344 | 8.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Athol
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,81568.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)601.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1293.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations44110.7%
Local Government Employees3448.3%
State Government Employees2796.8%
Federal Government Employees651.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,133100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Athol

According to the labor force statistics for Athol, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,227), 64.1% or 4,633 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.1% or 375 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.8% or 406 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 22.5% or 68 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Athol
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years302 (58.5%)68 (22.5%)
20 to 24 Years392 (72.5%)60 (15.3%)
25 to 29 Years624 (78.1%)50 (8.0%)
30 to 34 Years406 (88.8%)24 (5.9%)
35 to 44 Years847 (74.6%)67 (7.9%)
45 to 54 Years912 (76.1%)33 (3.6%)
55 to 59 Years442 (70.9%)26 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years437 (66.1%)23 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years224 (28.1%)25 (11.2%)
75 Years and over48 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,633 (64.1%)375 (8.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Athol

According to labor force statistics for Athol, 75.3% of individuals (3,670) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,874) are in the labor force, with 6.1% or 224 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 83.5% or 868 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.7% or 180 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Athol
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School205 (42.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,542 (79.9%)226 (11.7%)
College / Associate Degree1,053 (74.3%)21 (1.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher868 (83.5%)31 (3.0%)
Total3,670 (75.3%)297 (6.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Athol

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Athol are Community & Social Service (433 | 10.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (319 | 7.5%), Education Instruction & Library (283 | 6.7%), Business & Financial (251 | 5.9%), and Health Technologists (210 | 4.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Athol

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Athol, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (85.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (92.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Athol
OccupationMaleFemale
Management56 (50.9%)54 (49.1%)
Business & Financial78 (31.1%)173 (68.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science109 (85.8%)18 (14.2%)
Computers & Mathematics76 (80.8%)18 (19.2%)
Architecture & Engineering20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 59 (13.6%)374 (86.4%)
Education, Arts & Media11 (7.7%)131 (92.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library48 (17.0%)235 (83.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating64 (20.1%)255 (79.9%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)210 (100.0%)
Total (Category)366 (29.5%)874 (70.5%)
Total (Overall)2,043 (48.0%)2,215 (52.0%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Athol are Healthcare Support (292 | 6.9%), Food Preparation & Serving (227 | 5.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (145 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (113 | 2.6%), and Firefighting & Prevention (71 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Athol

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Athol, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (84.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (29.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Athol
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support44 (15.1%)248 (84.9%)
Security & Protection113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving184 (81.1%)43 (18.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance102 (70.3%)43 (29.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Total (Category)443 (53.0%)393 (47.0%)
Total (Overall)2,043 (48.0%)2,215 (52.0%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Athol are Office & Administration (439 | 10.3%), and Sales & Related (406 | 9.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Athol

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Athol
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related196 (48.3%)210 (51.7%)
Office & Administration64 (14.6%)375 (85.4%)
Total (Category)260 (30.8%)585 (69.2%)
Total (Overall)2,043 (48.0%)2,215 (52.0%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Athol are Construction & Extraction (227 | 5.3%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (161 | 3.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (37 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Athol

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Athol
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction227 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair161 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)425 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,043 (48.0%)2,215 (52.0%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Athol are Production (392 | 9.2%), Material Moving (317 | 7.4%), and Transportation (203 | 4.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Athol

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Athol
OccupationMaleFemale
Production280 (71.4%)112 (28.6%)
Transportation158 (77.8%)45 (22.2%)
Material Moving111 (35.0%)206 (65.0%)
Total (Category)549 (60.2%)363 (39.8%)
Total (Overall)2,043 (48.0%)2,215 (52.0%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Athol

Employment Industries in Athol

The major employment industries in Athol include Health Care & Social Assistance (888 | 20.8%), Retail Trade (743 | 17.4%), Manufacturing (616 | 14.5%), Educational Services (357 | 8.4%), and Public Administration (249 | 5.9%).
Employment Industries in Athol

Employment Industries by Sex in Athol

The Athol industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (74.7%), Finance & Insurance (73.8%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (69.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Athol
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction222 (96.9%)7 (3.1%)
Manufacturing422 (68.5%)194 (31.5%)
Wholesale Trade8 (40.0%)12 (60.0%)
Retail Trade343 (46.2%)400 (53.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing115 (64.2%)64 (35.7%)
Utilities17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information55 (55.6%)44 (44.4%)
Finance & Insurance45 (26.2%)127 (73.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific47 (31.8%)101 (68.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support82 (82.0%)18 (18.0%)
Educational Services112 (31.4%)245 (68.6%)
Health Care & Social Assistance225 (25.3%)663 (74.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation8 (30.8%)18 (69.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services105 (53.3%)92 (46.7%)
Public Administration109 (43.8%)140 (56.2%)
Total2,043 (48.0%)2,215 (52.0%)

Education in Athol

School Enrollment in Athol

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,103 students in Athol are high school (566 | 26.9%), middle school (468 | 22.3%), and college / undergraduate (410 | 19.5%).
School Enrollment in Athol
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1185.6%
Kindergarten1376.5%
Elementary School34016.2%
Middle School46822.3%
High School56626.9%
College / Undergraduate41019.5%
Graduate / Professional643.0%
Total2,103100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Athol

Out of a total of 2,103 students who are enrolled in schools in Athol, 318 (15.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,785 (84.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 70 (37.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 591 (98.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Athol
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds43 (65.1%)23 (34.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old472 (91.8%)42 (8.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds591 (98.2%)11 (1.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds270 (83.1%)55 (16.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds124 (69.7%)54 (30.3%)
20 to 24 Year Olds116 (62.4%)70 (37.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds96 (68.1%)45 (31.9%)
35 Years and over73 (80.2%)18 (19.8%)
Total1,785 (84.9%)318 (15.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Athol

Business (308 | 23.1%), science & technology (247 | 18.5%), education (233 | 17.5%), arts & humanities (174 | 13.1%), and engineering (78 | 5.9%) are the most common fields of study among 1,332 individuals in Athol who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Athol
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics80.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural181.3%
Physical & Health Sciences100.7%
Psychology523.9%
Social Sciences382.9%
Engineering785.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology24718.5%
Business30823.1%
Education23317.5%
Literature & Languages231.7%
Liberal Arts & History624.6%
Visual & Performing Arts231.7%
Communications584.3%
Arts & Humanities17413.1%
Total1,332100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Athol

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Athol

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Athol are males with 2 vehicles (919, accounting for 46.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (843, making up 42.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Athol
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle55 (2.8%)197 (9.1%)
1 Vehicle312 (15.9%)550 (25.3%)
2 Vehicles919 (46.9%)843 (38.8%)
3 Vehicles494 (25.2%)460 (21.2%)
4 Vehicles145 (7.4%)90 (4.2%)
5 or more Vehicles33 (1.7%)31 (1.4%)
Total1,958 (100.0%)2,171 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Athol

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Athol are 10 to 14 minutes (702 commuters, 18.5%), 5 to 9 minutes (670 commuters, 17.7%), and 45 to 59 minutes (537 commuters, 14.2%).
Commute Time in Athol
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2606.9%
5 to 9 Minutes67017.7%
10 to 14 Minutes70218.5%
15 to 19 Minutes2225.9%
20 to 24 Minutes2235.9%
25 to 29 Minutes1594.2%
30 to 34 Minutes39310.4%
35 to 39 Minutes952.5%
40 to 44 Minutes2105.6%
45 to 59 Minutes53714.2%
60 to 89 Minutes1594.2%
90 or more Minutes1554.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Athol

The most common commute times in Athol are 10 to 14 minutes (418 commuters, 22.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (381 commuters, 19.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Athol
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes159 (8.7%)101 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes289 (15.9%)381 (19.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes418 (22.9%)284 (14.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes87 (4.8%)135 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes125 (6.9%)98 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes60 (3.3%)99 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes124 (6.8%)269 (13.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes16 (0.9%)79 (4.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes112 (6.1%)98 (5.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes211 (11.6%)326 (16.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes99 (5.4%)60 (3.1%)
90 or more Minutes123 (6.8%)32 (1.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Athol

The most frequent times of departure to work in Athol are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (361, 19.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (373, 19.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Athol
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM138 (7.6%)75 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM135 (7.4%)46 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM361 (19.8%)211 (10.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM124 (6.8%)238 (12.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM328 (18.0%)245 (12.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM128 (7.0%)373 (19.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM69 (3.8%)168 (8.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM100 (5.5%)119 (6.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM9 (0.5%)30 (1.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM20 (1.1%)30 (1.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM47 (2.6%)72 (3.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM10 (0.5%)18 (0.9%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM129 (7.1%)298 (15.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM225 (12.3%)39 (2.0%)
Total1,823 (100.0%)1,962 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Athol

Occupancy by Ownership in Athol

Of the total 3,538 dwellings in Athol, owner-occupied units account for 2,286 (64.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,252 (35.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Athol
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,28664.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,25235.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,538100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Athol

Occupancy by Household Size in Athol
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,07230.3%
2-Person Household95927.1%
3-Person Household75021.2%
4+ Person Household75721.4%
Total Housing Units3,538100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Athol

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Athol
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household460 (42.9%)612 (57.1%)
2-Person Household693 (72.3%)266 (27.7%)
3-Person Household537 (71.6%)213 (28.4%)
4+ Person Household596 (78.7%)161 (21.3%)
Total Housing Units2,286 (64.6%)1,252 (35.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Athol

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Athol
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School177 (52.4%)161 (47.6%)
High School Diploma706 (55.2%)573 (44.8%)
College/Associate Degree860 (68.4%)397 (31.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher543 (81.8%)121 (18.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Athol

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Athol
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years57516.3%
35 to 44 Years71520.2%
45 to 54 Years63618.0%
55 to 64 Years81223.0%
65 to 74 Years51214.5%
75 to 84 Years1865.3%
85 Years and Over1022.9%
Total3,538100.0%

Housing Finances in Athol

Median Income by Occupancy in Athol

Median Income by Occupancy in Athol
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,286 (64.6%)$76,954
Renter-Occupied1,252 (35.4%)$30,163
Average3,538 (100.0%)$62,962

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Athol

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Athol
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00052 (2.3%)34 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99966 (2.9%)18 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99953 (2.3%)193 (15.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99935 (1.5%)76 (6.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99919 (0.8%)180 (14.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999218 (9.5%)191 (15.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999179 (7.8%)154 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999453 (19.8%)112 (8.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999553 (24.2%)189 (15.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999370 (16.2%)79 (6.3%)
$150,000 or more288 (12.6%)26 (2.1%)
Total2,286 (100.0%)1,252 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Athol

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Athol
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30024 (1.1%)38 (3.0%)
$300 to $499190 (8.3%)129 (10.3%)
$500 to $799359 (15.7%)201 (16.1%)
$800 to $999153 (6.7%)263 (21.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499676 (29.6%)358 (28.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999655 (28.6%)146 (11.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499117 (5.1%)63 (5.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99918 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more94 (4.1%)33 (2.6%)
Total2,286 (100.0%)1,252 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Athol

Housing Structures in Athol

Housing Structures in Athol
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,24663.5%
Single Unit, Attached361.0%
2 Unit Apartments52414.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments44912.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1063.0%
10 or more Apartments1775.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total3,538100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Athol

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Athol
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,135 (95.1%)111 (4.9%)
Single Unit, Attached36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments107 (20.4%)417 (79.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments8 (1.8%)441 (98.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)106 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)177 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,286 (64.6%)1,252 (35.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Athol

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Athol
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)71 (5.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms4 (0.2%)421 (33.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms602 (26.3%)533 (42.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,027 (44.9%)210 (16.8%)
8 or more Rooms653 (28.6%)17 (1.4%)
Total2,286 (100.0%)1,252 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Athol

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Athol
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas68 (3.0%)30 (2.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas72 (3.2%)38 (3.0%)
Electricity78 (3.4%)329 (26.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,890 (82.7%)802 (64.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels170 (7.4%)53 (4.2%)
No Fuel Used8 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,286 (100.0%)1,252 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Athol

Household Vehicle Usage in Athol
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle88 (3.8%)425 (34.0%)
1 Vehicle649 (28.4%)508 (40.6%)
2 Vehicles953 (41.7%)253 (20.2%)
3 or more Vehicles596 (26.1%)66 (5.3%)
Total2,286 (100.0%)1,252 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Athol

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Athol

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6651,621
Median Property Value$192,600$214,700
Median Household Income$57,386$260
Monthly Housing Costs$597$94
Real Estate Taxes$2,753$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Athol

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Athol
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00032 (4.8%)47 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99932 (4.8%)54 (3.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999437 (65.7%)1,289 (79.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99998 (14.7%)156 (9.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99960 (9.0%)26 (1.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)9 (0.6%)
$1,000,000 or more6 (0.9%)40 (2.5%)
Total665 (100.0%)1,621 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Athol

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Athol
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00087 (13.1%)46 (2.8%)
$10,000 to $24,99953 (8.0%)31 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99979 (11.9%)54 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99982 (12.3%)139 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999150 (22.6%)97 (6.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99981 (12.2%)303 (18.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999105 (15.8%)472 (29.1%)
$150,000 or more28 (4.2%)265 (16.4%)
Total665 (100.0%)1,621 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Athol

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Athol
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x103 (15.5%)83,043 (5,123.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x136 (20.4%)576 (35.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x131 (19.7%)482 (29.7%)
4.0x or more280 (42.1%)209 (12.9%)
Total665 (100.0%)1,621 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Athol

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Athol
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)7 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,49943 (6.5%)44 (2.7%)
$800 to $1,499601 (90.4%)11 (0.7%)
Total665 (100.0%)1,621 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Athol

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Athol

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Athol
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years790 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,481 (96.5%)54 (3.5%)
19 to 25 Years615 (90.6%)64 (9.4%)
26 to 34 Years1,143 (92.9%)87 (7.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,069 (94.2%)66 (5.8%)
45 to 54 Years1,188 (99.1%)11 (0.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,267 (98.7%)17 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years797 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older498 (99.8%)1 (0.2%)
Total8,848 (96.7%)300 (3.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Athol

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Athol
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born790 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,481 (96.5%)54 (3.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen615 (90.6%)64 (9.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Athol

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Athol
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,018 (97.0%)32 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,368 (95.0%)72 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,417 (94.7%)80 (5.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,539 (99.2%)21 (0.8%)
$100,000 and over2,495 (96.4%)93 (3.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Athol

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Athol
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6463 (58.6%)488 (61.8%)
6 to 18 Years589 (38.4%)1,031 (67.2%)
19 to 25 Years304 (44.8%)342 (50.4%)
25 to 34 Years561 (45.6%)639 (51.9%)
35 to 44 Years452 (39.8%)710 (62.6%)
45 to 54 Years369 (30.8%)844 (70.4%)
55 to 64 Years494 (38.5%)902 (70.3%)
65 to 74 Years738 (92.6%)387 (48.6%)
75 Years and over489 (98.0%)312 (62.5%)
Total4,459 (48.7%)5,655 (61.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Athol

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Athol
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years65 (7.8%)55 (7.1%)
18 to 34 Years122 (11.5%)302 (29.4%)
35 to 64 Years372 (20.5%)255 (14.1%)
65 to 74 Years191 (46.7%)96 (24.7%)
75 Years and over98 (48.0%)154 (52.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Athol

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Athol: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years20 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)9 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years85 (4.7%)24 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years98 (24.0%)19 (4.9%)
75 Years and over52 (25.5%)38 (12.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Athol: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (2.4%)10 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years54 (5.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years55 (3.0%)18 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years59 (14.4%)18 (4.6%)
75 Years and over9 (4.4%)46 (15.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Athol: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years65 (7.8%)10 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years68 (6.4%)293 (28.6%)
35 to 64 Years111 (6.1%)81 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years71 (17.4%)28 (7.2%)
75 Years and over36 (17.6%)22 (7.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Athol: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)61 (5.9%)
35 to 64 Years217 (12.0%)193 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years129 (31.5%)69 (17.8%)
75 Years and over89 (43.6%)110 (37.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Athol: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (2.4%)35 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years108 (6.0%)60 (3.3%)
65 to 74 Years45 (11.0%)51 (13.1%)
75 Years and over56 (27.5%)30 (10.2%)

Technology Access in Athol

Computing Device Access in Athol

Computing Device Access in Athol
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,88181.4%
Smartphone2,84180.3%
Tablet2,19662.1%
No Computing Device2978.4%
Total3,538100.0%

Internet Access in Athol

Internet Access in Athol
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet100.3%
Broadband Home2,84680.4%
Cellular Data Only2306.5%
Satellite Internet1203.4%
No Internet36110.2%
Total3,538100.0%

Athol Summary

Athol is a town located in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It is situated in the north-central part of the state, about 25 miles northwest of Worcester and 40 miles west of Boston. The population was 11,584 at the 2010 census.

History

The area that is now Athol was originally inhabited by the Nipmuc people, who were part of the Algonquian language family. The area was first settled by Europeans in 1735, when the town of Orange was established. The town was incorporated in 1762 and was named after the Earl of Atholl, a Scottish nobleman.
In the 19th century, Athol was an important industrial center, with several mills and factories located along the Millers River. The town was also home to several quarries, which provided stone for many of the buildings in the area.

Geography

Athol is located at 42°34′N 72°14′W (42.567, -72.233). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 24.2 square miles (62.7 km2), of which 23.9 square miles (61.8 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) (1.17%) is water.
The town is located in the north-central part of the state, about 25 miles northwest of Worcester and 40 miles west of Boston. It is bordered by the towns of Royalston to the north, Orange to the east, Petersham to the south, and Phillipston to the west.

Economy

Athol is a small town with a population of 11,584 as of the 2010 census. The town is home to several small businesses, including a few restaurants, a grocery store, and a few retail stores. The town is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill, a plastics manufacturer, and a machine shop.
The town is also home to several small farms, which produce a variety of fruits and vegetables. The town is also home to several wineries, which produce a variety of wines.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 11,584 people, 4,717 households, and 3,072 families residing in the town. The population density was 483.3 people per square mile (186.7/km2). There were 4,945 housing units at an average density of 206.7 per square mile (79.7/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.4% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.3% of the population.
There were 4,717 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.2% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 26.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.7% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $54,917. Males had a median income of $41,890 versus $30,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $21,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Athol?
Total Population of Athol is 9,148.
What is the Total Male Population of Athol?
Total Male Population of Athol is 4,608.
What is the Total Female Population of Athol?
Total Female Population of Athol is 4,540.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Athol?
There are 101.50 Males per 100 Females in Athol.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Athol?
There are 98.52 Females per 100 Males in Athol.
What is the Median Population Age in Athol?
Median Population Age in Athol is 38.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Athol
Average Family Size in Athol is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Athol
Average Household Size in Athol is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Athol?
Per Capita income in Athol is $27,774.
What is the Median Family Income in Athol?
Median Family Income in Athol is $75,536.
What is the Median Household income in Athol?
Median Household Income in Athol is $62,962.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Athol?
Income or Wage Gap in Athol is 18.7%.
Women in Athol earn 81.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Athol?
Family Income Deficit in Athol is $6,885.
Families that are below poverty line in Athol earn $6,885 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Athol?
Inequality or Gini Index in Athol is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Athol?
There are 4,633 People in the Labor Forcein in Athol.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Athol?
64.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Athol.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Athol?
Unemployment Rate in Athol is 8.1%.