Home Value
$120,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Akins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population499
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female42% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,564
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$998M
Commute39 min
Housing
Home Value$120,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease8.0%
Climate
Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation596 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+72.8%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute39 min
Libraries2
Is Akins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Akins receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Akins faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Akins is $120,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Akins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Akins has a population of 499 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.1%), with 31.9% Hispanic.
Population
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Akins is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $30,564 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.76% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 38.7 min |
| Work from Home | 6.9% |
The median home value in Akins is $120,900, 57% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,900 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.76% |
In Akins, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Akins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.4% |
| 48% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.3% |
| Asthma | 13.7% |
| COPD | 10.1% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.7% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 22.9% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
Crime Rates: Akins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Akins has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 596 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 13.6 sq mi (35.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5040°N, 94.6668°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |