QUALITY OF LIFE

Limestone County, Alabama is located in one of the fastest growing areas of Alabama. The county, part of the Huntsville Metropolitan Area, offers residents larger city conveniences from nearby Huntsville, combined with a lower cost of living in Limestone County.

Limestone County is located in the central part of North Alabama, bordered by Madison, Morgan, Lawrence and Lauderdale Counties in Alabama, as well as Giles County in Tennessee. The county is part of the Tennessee Valley and is in the foot hills of the Appalachian Mountains. The county seat, the City of Athens, is located along Interstate-65 and U.S. Highway 72.

Residents of Limestone County have a wide variety of affordable housing options to choose from, including upscale new construction houses, as well as historic homes. One of the quickest growing areas of the county is East Limestone, where many new subdivisions are currently under construction.

Limestone County has a mild climate, with four distinct seasons. View current conditions.

Annual Temperature Average: 60.8 F

January Average: 40.9 F

July Average: 79.5 F

Average Rainfall: 53.19"

Average altitude above sea level: 703'

Length of growing season: 226 days

Learn more about:

• The Athens and Limestone County School Systems
• Healthcare in Limestone County
• Recreation Offerings in Limestone County
• Nearby Area Attractions