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Atikokan, ON

Ontario

Atikokan is a small town in Ontario with a population of 2,642. Residents earn $69,000 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,642 Population 22/sq mi density
$69,000 Median Income $49,360 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$705 Median Rent 11.6% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 281 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$69,000 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $705/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,000
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

How Atikokan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,642
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,000
Per Capita$49,360
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty13.9%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$705
Ownership82.5%
Housing Units1,260
Rent Burden11.6%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+30.0%
Graduate+2.5%

Community

Commute20 min

Is Atikokan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atikokan receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Atikokan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atikokan is $69,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atikokan is $100,000, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Atikokan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow.

Atikokan has a population of 2,642 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 121.1 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.9% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents.

Population

2,642
Total Population
2021 Census
22
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
121.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Atikokan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg
Other Languages 4.2%

Social Characteristics

Atikokan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atikokan is $69,000, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $949, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 82 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Atikokan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,000
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,360
Avg Weekly Wage$949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Atikokan is $100,000, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 82.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,260 total housing units in the city. 11.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden11.6%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.5%
Owner-Occupied82.5%
Renter-Occupied17.5%
Housing Units1,260

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Atikokan receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Atikokan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Atikokan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 64°F. The area gets 281 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average35.8°F
34% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area121.1 sq mi (313.6 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates48.7567°N, 91.6241°W
TimezoneAmerica/Atikokan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below US avg
Snowfall 6.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Mar 19, 2018.

Mar 19, 2018 75 km ESE of Atikokan, Canada M2.7 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Wildfire History

14 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HAM LAKE (70,606 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 HAM LAKE 70,606 92 km
2006 CAVITY LAKE 26,812 87 km
1995 SAG CORRIDOR 13,842 86 km
2005 WEST ZONE RX BURN 9,523 95 km
1996 WHITEFEATHER LAKE 4,286 71 km
1995 LITTLE GABBRO 3,145 98 km
2010 KEK SPIDER 302 3,039 84 km
2021 JOHN EK 1,421 96 km
2005 ALPINE LAKE 1,169 85 km
2004 SUPERIOR RX BURN 2 1,128 85 km
2004 SECTION 33 WFU 1,064 97 km
2016 FOSS LAKE 917 99 km
2021 BEZHIK 805 87 km
2019 UNNAMED 558 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 1°F (-17°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 7°F (-14°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in
December 9°F (-13°C) 1.4 in

Atikokan has a seasonal temperature swing of 64°F / from 1°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.0").

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6.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 81% below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+30.0%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area121.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Schools in Atikokan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Patrick's School - - - -
Northern Lakes K-12 School - - - -
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Dentists in Atikokan

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atikokan Dental Centre

Gas Stations in Atikokan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Inver

Banks in Atikokan

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Royal Bank of Canada

Shopping Malls in Atikokan

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atikokan Voyageur Mall

Golf Courses in Atikokan

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Little Falls Golf Course

Airports Near Atikokan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Atikokan Municipal AirportYIBMedium Airport
Ignace Municipal AirportZUCMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Atikokan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
9
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Atikokan

What is the population of Atikokan?

Atikokan has a population of 2,642 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 121.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Atikokan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $69,000, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $100,000 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Atikokan safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Atikokan receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Atikokan?

Atikokan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 1°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Atikokan?

The unemployment rate in Atikokan is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $949. There are 82 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 7.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Atikokan?

The median home value in Atikokan is $100,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $705. The homeownership rate is 82.5%.

How are the schools in Atikokan?

6.3% of adults in Atikokan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 30.0% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Atikokan?

The average commute in Atikokan is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Atikokan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Atikokan is 96.9% White, 1.9% Asian. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home.

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