Investor-grade market analytics for Athens, Tennessee. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$260,366
+4.1% year-over-year
5.0%
gross annual
+4.1%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+4.1% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 24% nationally
In-migrants avg $48,908 AGI vs out-migrants $46,581
Athens, TN shows steady growth at 4.1% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.39x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+153 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 5.03% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Athens, TN's primary climate exposure is tornadoes (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.