Atlanta, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $56,500

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $94,500

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.9%

71% lower than US avg

Median Rent $625

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.9%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.0%

44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population439

Median Age37.5 yrs

Density1,291/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$56,500

Per Capita$27,875

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty7.0%

Commute35 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$94,500

Rent$625

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$212,708

Housing Units216

Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity34.9%

Uninsured9.1%

Smoking18.4%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.7 in/yr

Sunny Days264/yr

Elevation906 ft (276 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.9%

High School+92.1%

Graduate+0.6%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute35 min

Broadband74.2%

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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $56,500, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atlanta is $94,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Atlanta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Atlanta has a population of 439 with a density of 1,291 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.7% female and 51.3% male. The city is predominantly White (91.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 3.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 81.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

439

Total Population

1,291

People / sq mi

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%

Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Atlanta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atlanta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atlanta is $56,500, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,875 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 11.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Atlanta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,500
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,875

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.0%
	44% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.7 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Atlanta is $94,500, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,708, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 216 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1961. 17.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$94,500
	66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$212,708

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$625
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.3%
Housing Units	216
Median Year Built	1961

Property Tax

In Atlanta, 34.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 18.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.3% report binge drinking. 29.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 9.1% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.9%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	7.8%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.4%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	29.6%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.9%
Uninsured	9.1%
	6% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	53.0%

Food & Exercise

Atlanta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 5.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 906 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	52.3°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.7 inches
	4% above US avg
Snowfall	5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	906 ft (276 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	1,291/sq mi
Coordinates	39.8990°N, 92.4793°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	1.6 in	Coldest
February	30°F (-1°C)	1.3 in	Driest
March	41°F (5°C)	3.0 in
April	53°F (12°C)	3.7 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	4.3 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.3 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.8 in
September	66°F (19°C)	4.7 in
October	55°F (13°C)	3.6 in
November	42°F (5°C)	2.7 in
December	30°F (-1°C)	2.1 in

Atlanta has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (1.3").

9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 74.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 78.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.9%
	71% below US avg
High School+	92.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.6%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,291/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.7 min
Drive Alone	78.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Atlanta

What is the population of Atlanta?

Atlanta has a population of 439 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,291 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 48.7% female and 51.3% male.

Is Atlanta expensive to live in?

Atlanta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,500, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $94,500 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Atlanta?

Atlanta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 5.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Atlanta?

Atlanta has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 11.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Atlanta?

The median home value in Atlanta is $94,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,708. For renters, the median monthly rent is $625. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Atlanta?

Schools in Atlanta score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.9% of adults in Atlanta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Atlanta?

The obesity rate in Atlanta is 34.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 29.6% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 9.1% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Atlanta?

The average commute in Atlanta is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Atlanta?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Atlanta is 91.1% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 3.2% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 81.9% have health insurance coverage.

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