Workforce

A reliable, skilled workforce is crucial in ensuring the successful operations of your business. Athens EDC works to create an attractive, friendly community that draws in valuable employees and keeps them here in Athens. 

853,851
Population within a 40 mile drive
39
Median Age

Exceptional Quality of Life for Residents

Low commute times, highly affordable housing, a laid-back lifestyle, and plenty of leisure and entertainment options attract and retain Athens’s dependable and skilled workforce.

Highly Skilled and Educated Labor Pool

Athens draws its diverse workforce from a number of area colleges and universities, all of which produce quality, skilled graduates with a strong work ethic. No matter the industry or size of your business, Athens has the highly educated workforce your company needs to thrive.

20.8
Average Commute Time (Minutes)
Universities and Colleges within 50 miles of Athens

Institution

Year

Location

Distance (Miles)

Total Enrollment

Public/Private

The University of Texas at Tyler

4

Tyler

29.7

9,835

Public

Texas College

4

Tyler

29.7

960

Private

Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary

4

Jacksonville

30.5

174

Private

Southwestern Christian College

4

Terrell

44.1

147

Private

Jarvis Christian College

4

Hawkins

44.4

868

Private

Trinity Valley Community College

2

Athens

1

4,738

Public

Tyler Junior College

2

Tyler

30.2

11,143

Public

Jacksonville College

2

Jacksonville

38.5

559

Private

Navarro College

2

Corsicana

41.1

9,230

Public

Focused On Our Local Businesses

Athens EDC is committed to helping employers acquire and train the skilled workers they need through incentives and partnerships with state and local entities to provide job training, reskilling, and other valuable services.

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