Athol is a city in Massachusetts state in USA with a population of 8323 residents.. The poverty rate of Athol is 14.6%, which is 4% higher than national average. The typical household in Athol earns $54500 a year, compared to the national median of $67,500. Nearly 46.3% of households earn less than $50,000 a year compared to 39% national rate.

A high school education is a basic prerequisite for most jobs, and in Athol, only 88% of adults have a high school diploma, compared to the 87.7% of adults nationwide. The unemployment rate of Athol remained 8.3%, which is 77% higher than national rate. Nearly 2 times comparable to 4.7% national rate, according to the Census. Higher educational attainment can lead to improved job security and reduce the likelihood of financial insecurity. In Athol, only 19% of adults have a bachelor's degree and 29% have some college but no degree.

Cost of living in Athol is 101, which is 1% higher than national average. Median home value in Athol is $165100 , which is 28% lower than national average. While median income in Athol remained $54500, which is 19% lower than national average.