CITY · GA

What county is Athens, GA in?

Athens, GA is mostly in Clarke County. County FIPS code 13059, population 129,933 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Athens, Georgia
Primary county: Clarke County
FIPS code: 13059
County population: 129,933

Some cities extend into more than one county. Athens is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Athens in?

Athens, GA is mostly in Clarke County.

What is the county seat of Clarke County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.