Athens-Clarke County, GA Rankings


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Athens-Clarke County, GA is ranked as a 4.5 out of 5 stars in the BestPlaces rankings. This ranking reflects the overall quality of life for those living in this Georgia county. The county offers a wide range of amenities and services to its citizens, from employment opportunities to recreational activities. Residents enjoy access to good schools, safe neighborhoods, and plenty of shopping and dining options. Healthcare facilities are also available, as well as cultural attractions such as museums and theaters. In addition, the city provides transportation options including bus systems and bike lanes. With this balance of modern conveniences and rural charm, it's no wonder Athens-Clarke County is highly regarded by its residents!

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#89 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
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#94 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
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Over 1 years ago

Athens is really a jewel hidden in & of itself. This place had so much stuff; it's constantly changing. They have city transit. They're expanding the highway and  More

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I absolutely love Athens, Ga. I grew up traveling the world, the first place that I have ever lived in for more than 5 years in a row was Athens, Ga. I cam here in 96  More

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The "Old South" is alive and well, thing about Baptists is they look like real people. Also come late Spring several religious groups feel they have the right to knock  More

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