Atlanta, KS

Kansas

Atlanta is a small town in Kansas with a population of 153. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
153 Population 319/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $24,382 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
$910 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $910/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $910
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population153
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$24,382
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$1,697M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$910
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation1,425 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute38 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries3

Is Atlanta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atlanta receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Atlanta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atlanta is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atlanta is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% 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 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Atlanta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Atlanta has a population of 153 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).

Population

153
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Atlanta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atlanta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atlanta is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Atlanta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,382
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$60,558

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)782
County GDP$1,697M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare108
Retail106
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,055
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Atlanta is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,055
16% above US avg
Effective Rate5.41%
In Atlanta, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death10,887/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities108

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Atlanta has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,425 ft (434 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates37.4357°N, 96.7670°W
County FIPS20035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.80
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants70
Retail Stores106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Work from Home3.2%

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