Athens, Tennessee is located in the southeastern corner of the state and is considered to be part of the Chattanooga metro area. According to BestPlaces rankings, Athens has a livability score of 68 out of 100, which is higher than the US average. The city receives high ratings for amenities such as restaurants, public schools, health care and crime rate. It also scores well in categories such as cost of living and weather. All in all, Athens provides an overall pleasant living experience with its great amenities and low costs compared to other cities in Tennessee.
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