Atkins, AR

Arkansas

Atkins is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 2,877. Residents earn $58,299 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,877 Population 469/sq mi density
$58,299 Median Income $25,489 per capita
$108,300 Home Value $167,896 Zillow
$858 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
66 Violent Crime/100K 3,116 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,299 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $858/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
66 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,299
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 66/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,877
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,299
Per Capita$25,489
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,896

Crime

F
Violent66/100K
Property3,116/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary656/100K

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation372 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+88.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Atkins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atkins receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Atkins has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atkins is $58,299, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atkins is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Atkins is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,116 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Atkins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Atkins has a population of 2,877 with a density of 469 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

2,877
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Atkins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atkins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atkins is $58,299, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Atkins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,299
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,489
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$59,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)499
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare50
Retail75
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,868
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Atkins is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,896.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,896
Median List Price$142,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$142,450
$/Sq Ft$107
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,868
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Atkins, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Atkins vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death12,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities50
Atkins has a violent crime rate of 66 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,116 per 100,000 (59% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent65.6/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape65.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,115.8/100K
59% above US avg
Burglary656.0/100K
Theft2,197.4/100K
Vehicle Theft262.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Atkins has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation372 ft (113 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.9 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates35.2409°N, 92.9496°W
County FIPS05029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants38
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home4.2%

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