Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Athens.
Updated July 2026
Athens, TX has 5 licensed assisted living homes (298 beds, averaging 59.6 per home). It sits in Henderson County, a strong RAL market scoring 8.5/10, with 7,827 seniors 75+ growing 2.6%.
Licensed homes
5
Athens
Licensed beds
298
total
Avg home size
59.6 beds
per home
County opportunity
8.5/10
Strong
The Athens assisted living market
Athens has 5 licensed assisted living homes totaling 298 beds — an average of 59.6 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Henderson County, it draws on a 75+ population of 7,827 growing 2.6%, with a senior median income of $50,292. See the full Henderson County market or all Texas top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Athens, TX?
Athens has 5 licensed assisted living homes with about 298 total beds.
Is Athens a good place to open an assisted living home?
Athens is in Henderson County, which scores 8.5/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 2.6%. Current local supply is 5 homes.
What county is Athens in?
Athens is in Henderson County, Texas.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Texas licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.