Atchison, KS
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Atchison, KS
At a Glance
How Atchison Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Atchison's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Atchison a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Atchison residents earn a median household income of $54,695 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,839. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 428 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Atchison is $130,200 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $176,070. Median rent is $736/month, with 24.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Atchison reports 151 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,358/100K.
Education
28.4% of adults in Atchison hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Atchison has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches.