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Atlas, PA

Pennsylvania

Atlas is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 719. Residents earn $52,042 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
719 Population 2,663/sq mi density
$52,042 Median Income $27,907 per capita
$52,100 Home Value
$902 Median Rent 13.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$52,042 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,100 home value, $902/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,042
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,100
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $902
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population719
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density2,663/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,042
Per Capita$27,907
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,100
Rent$902
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units395
Rent Burden13.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute33 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries14

Is Atlas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atlas receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Atlas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atlas is $52,042, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atlas is $52,100, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $902 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Atlas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Atlas has a population of 719 with a density of 2,663 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

719
Total Population
2,663
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Atlas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Atlas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atlas is $52,042, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Atlas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,042
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,907
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Atlas is $52,100, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $902 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,100
82% below US avg
Median List Price$55,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$55,000
$/Sq Ft$48
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$902
22% below US avg
Rent Burden13.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units395
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate10.35%
Atlas has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,663/sq mi
Coordinates40.7974°N, 76.4283°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,663/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Nearby Cities

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