Median Income
$46,432
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$77,700
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.4%
56% lower than US avg
How Atkins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,026
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$46,432
Per Capita$29,547
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$1,349M
Commute14 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$77,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,628
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation2,572 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+88.2%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute14 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3
Is Atkins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Atkins receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Atkins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Atkins is $46,432, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Atkins is $77,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Atkins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Atkins has a population of 1,026 with a density of 166 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.2% |
| 3% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.8% |
| 40% above US avg |
The median household income in Atkins is $46,432, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,432 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,547 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,317 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 816 |
| County GDP | $1,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 105 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,212 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.4 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Atkins is $77,700, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,628.
Home Values
| Census Median | $77,700 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,628 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,212 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.85% |
In Atkins, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Atkins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,259/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
Crime Rates: Atkins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Atkins has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,572 ft (784 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 166/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8670°N, 81.3986°W |
| County FIPS | 51173 |