Information on Athens, Menard County
The City of Athens is located in the state of Illinois, in Menard County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Athens City HALL, Menard County
| Athens City Hall's address | Athens Athens Municipal Building PO BOX 268 ATHENS IL 62613 United States | |
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| Phone number of Athens City Hall | Not available | |
| Athens, IL email | Not available | |
| Athens official website | Not available | |
| Mayor of Athens | ||
| Menard County, Illinois: Vital Records | Athens vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Illinois birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Athens
What county is Athens IL in?Athens, IL is located in Menard County |
Where is Athens, Illinois ?Athens is located in Menard County, in the state of Illinois, USA. It is situated in the central part of the state, northwest of Springfield, the state capital. Athens lies relatively close to the Sangamon River and is part of the Springfield Metropolitan Area. |
What is the cost of living in Athens IL ? |
Athens administrative division
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Illinois |
| County | Menard - other counties in Illinois |
Athens building department, IL
If you're planning a construction project in Athens, IL, it's important to obtain the necessary permits to ensure compliance with local regulations. You can request these permits from the Athens City Hall, where the staff is available to guide you through the application process. It's advisable to contact the office directly to gather detailed information on the costs and the time it will take to process your permit, as these factors can vary depending on the specifics of your project. Their guidance will help ensure that your project progresses smoothly and adheres to all local building codes.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Athens's town hall or Menard County authorities directly. |
Demography of Athens
| Name of Athens inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 1 726 inhabitants | 268 / 6 704 | ||
| Population density in Athens | 1 025,3 pop/sq mi (395,9 pop/km²) | |||
Air quality
| Athens Air Quality Today | 25 (Good) |
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Events nearby
 | Micro Wrestling | 2025-07-27 at Weebles Bar & Grill | |
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 | Monsters Of Destruction Monster Truck Show | 2025-08-07 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair | |
| Jake Owen | 2025-08-08 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair | ||
| Pre-Show Party - Jake Owen | 2025-08-08 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair | |
| The Black Crowes | 2025-08-09 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair | ||
 | Rodeo | 2025-08-09 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair | |
| Pre-Show Party - The Black Crowes | 2025-08-09 at Illinois State Fairgrounds Il State Fair |
List of Passport Facilities in Athens, IL
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Athens, IL
| Name | Street | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| MENARD COUNTY IL CIRCUIT CLERK | 102 S 7TH STREET | 2176322615 |
| SANGAMON COUNTY CIRCUIT CLERK | 200 S 9TH STREET | 2177536674 |
| SPRINGFIELD MAIN POST OFFICE IL | 2105 E COOK STREET | 2177887223 |
| SPRINGFIELD DOWNTOWN POST OFFICE | 411 E MONROE | 2177887480 |
| LOGAN COUNTY CIRCUIT CLERK | 601 BROADWAY | 2177352376 |
| CASS COUNTY TREASURER | 100 E. SPRINGFIELD | 2174522277 |
| CIRCUIT COURT CLERK JACKSONVILLE IL | 300 W STATE ST | 2172435419 |
| TAYLORVILLE POST OFFICE | 300 SOUTH MAIN ST | 2178243210 |
| ASTORIA POST OFFICE | 214 W. BROADWAY | 3093292700 |
| CLINTON IL MAIN POST OFFICE | 105 N. QUINCY | 2179355584 |
| PEKIN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 301 S. FOURTH STREET | 3093477111 |
| PEKIN POST OFFICE IL | 514 BROADWAY STREET | 3093467878 |
| DECATUR MEMORIAL STATION | 1601 E MOUND STREET | 2178774361 |
| SCHUYLER COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT CLERK RUSHVILLE IL | 102 S CONGRESS STREET | 2173224633 |
| MORTON POST OFFICE | 600 W JEFFERSON STREET | 3092666421 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Athens
There are 1 bank branches in Athens.
Alliance Community Bank is the most popular bank in Athens with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Athens:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| Alliance Community Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Athens administrative numbers
| Athens City code | 1702674 |
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| Athens City postcode | 62613 |
Toponymy and translation of Athens
| Serbian: Ејтенс |
Transportation modes in Athens
| Airport | Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport 8.5 miles Jacksonville Municipal Airport 30.3 miles Canton Municipal Airport 46 miles |
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Athens territory
| Athens area | 1,68 sq mi (4,36 km²) |
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| Athens altitude | 604 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 39.9619 Longitude: -89.7216 Latitude: 39° 57' 43'' North Longitude: 89° 43' 18'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Namesake of Athens |
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| Natural parks | Athens isn't part of a natural park |
What is Athens close to?
Leaflet | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
| Nearby cities include: Cantrall, Petersburg, Sherman and Greenview | ||
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| Petersburg | Petersburg | Middletown |
| Petersburg |  | Cantrall |
| Tallula | Cantrall | Cantrall |
| Cantrall 2.9 miles | Petersburg 7.6 miles | Sherman 8 miles |
| Greenview 8.6 miles | Williamsville 9.1 miles | Grandview 11.4 miles |
| Spaulding 11.4 miles | Tallula 11.5 miles | Middletown 11.8 miles |
| Pleasant Plains 12.1 miles | Riverton 12.5 miles | Leland Grove 12.8 miles |
| Clear Lake 13.1 miles | Elkhart 13.5 miles | Jerome 13.6 miles |
| Springfield 14 miles | Southern View 14.7 miles | Curran 15.4 miles |
| Dawson 15.7 miles | Ashland 16 miles | Oakford 16.1 miles |
Distance between Athens and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1630 miles | Houston : 774 miles | Philadelphia : 772 miles |
| Phoenix : 1312 miles | San Antonio : 881 miles | San Diego : 1597 miles |
| Dallas : 632 miles | San Jose : 1735 miles | Jacksonville : 806 miles |
| Indianapolis : 190 miles closest | San Francisco : 1791 miles | Austin : 807 miles |
| Columbus : 357 miles | Fort Worth : 653 miles | Charlotte : 588 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Athens, IL
Middle schools in Athens
Athens Junior High School
District of ATHENS CUSD 213Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 171
High schools in Athens
Athens Senior High School
District of ATHENS CUSD 213Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 289
Alternative schools in Athens
Salt Creek Academy
District of Menard/Sangamon RoeLowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 11
Leisure and activities in Athens surrounding area
| Zoo | |
|---|---|
| Henson Robinson Zoo to Rochester 17.6 miles | |
| Golf course | |
| Shambolee Golf Club to Petersburg 7.6 miles | The Rail Golf Club to Springfield 7.9 miles |
| Country Hills Golf Course to Greenview 7.9 miles | Four Willows to Mason City 16.2 miles |
| Piper Glen Golf Club to Springfield 18.4 miles | |