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Atmore, AL

Alabama · Escambia County

Atmore is a small city in Alabama with a population of 8,389. Residents earn $33,104 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
8,389 Population 384/sq mi density
$33,104 Median Income $16,618 per capita
$128,900 Home Value $151,543 Zillow
$703 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
733 Violent Crime/100K 2,774 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$33,104 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$128,900 home value, $703/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
733 violent crimes/100K (93% above avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $33,104
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,900
54% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 733/100K
93% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.2%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,389
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$33,104
Per Capita$16,618
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$1,686M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$128,900
Rent$703
Ownership51.1%
Zillow$151,543
Housing Units3,438
Rent Burden36.9%

Crime

F
Violent733/100K
Property2,774/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault614/100K
Burglary723/100K

Health

Obesity47.2%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking23.4%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain63.6 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation216 ft (66 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+75.4%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score4.72

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 27%
Commute23 min
Broadband66.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries4

Is Atmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Atmore receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Atmore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Atmore is $33,104, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Atmore is $128,900, 54% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 733 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,774 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Atmore enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 63.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Atmore has a population of 8,389 with a density of 384 people per square mile, spread across 21.9 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 37.3% female and 62.7% male. The city is predominantly Black (54.7%), with 41.2% White, 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 8.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,389
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
21.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%
Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Atmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish 2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Atmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Atmore is $33,104, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,618 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $988, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 934 business establishments, including 76 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes. 0.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Atmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,104
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,618
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$54,784
Gini Index0.467 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)934
County GDP$1,686M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare67
Retail159
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Cost of Living88.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Atmore is $128,900, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,543, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $772 for a one-bedroom to $936 for a two-bedroom apartment. 51.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,438 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $1,823 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 36.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,900
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,543
Median List Price$159,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$159,000
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops5.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.1%
Owner-Occupied51.1%
Renter-Occupied48.9%
Housing Units3,438
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,823
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.41%
In Atmore, 47.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.1% of residents, above the national average. 48.5% have high blood pressure. 23.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.3% report binge drinking. 37.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.3% report depression. 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 15.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,336. The dentist ratio is 1:2,292. 38.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.2%
47% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure48.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.2%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.4%
67% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity37.4%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress17.4%
Short Sleep49.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,336
Dentists1:2,292
Mental Health1:988
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits40.6%
Premature Death15,045/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access38.7%
Healthcare Facilities67
Atmore has a violent crime rate of 733 per 100,000 residents, 93% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 614.3 per 100,000, robbery at 79.3, rape at 39.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,774 per 100,000, 42% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,932, burglary at 723, vehicle theft at 119 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Atmore receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent733.2/100K
93% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape39.6/100K
Robbery79.3/100K
Assault614.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,774.2/100K
42% above US avg
Burglary723.3/100K
Theft1,932.0/100K
Vehicle Theft118.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents209
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Atmore enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 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 63.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 216 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation216 ft (66 m)
Area21.9 sq mi (56.6 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates31.1241°N, 87.4578°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEscambia County County
Nearest AirportPensacola International (PNS)
48 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.6"
67% above US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.97"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score85.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.7 / 100
Community Resilience26.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Apr 12, 2019.

Oct 24, 1997 15 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M4.8 11 km
Jul 16, 1993 2 km SSW of Silas, Alabama M3.7 109 km
Oct 26, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.7 15 km
Feb 18, 2011 22 km SSE of Dauphin Island, Alabama M3.5 127 km
Mar 22, 2005 9 km NNE of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.3 98 km
Sep 30, 2003 10 km NNW of Atmore, Alabama M3.3 6 km
May 16, 2008 10 km W of Coffeeville, Alabama M3.1 101 km
Apr 11, 2019 6 km NNW of Pollard, Alabama M3.1 25 km
May 4, 1997 9 km ESE of Atmore, Alabama M3.1 15 km
Mar 11, 2019 4 km N of Flomaton, Alabama M3.1 20 km
Oct 28, 1997 11 km NNW of Flomaton, Alabama M3.0 15 km
Sep 25, 2003 14 km N of Atmore, Alabama M2.9 6 km
Mar 7, 2019 2 km NW of Jay, Florida M2.8 32 km
Mar 24, 2019 2 km ESE of Century, Florida M2.7 28 km
Apr 12, 2019 13 km NW of Flomaton, Alabama M2.6 11 km
Nov 10, 2012 16 km S of Dauphin Island, Alabama M2.6 128 km
Sep 5, 2000 1 km ENE of Monroeville, Alabama M2.5 48 km
Apr 11, 2019 8 km NW of Pollard, Alabama M2.5 22 km
Sep 5, 2000 2 km NNE of Sweet Water, Alabama M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

15 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Sally (2020, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Zeta Category 3 141 km
2020 Sally Category 2 37 km
2018 Michael Category 5 222 km
2017 Nate Category 1 168 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 39 km
2005 Katrina Category 4 203 km
2004 Ivan Category 3 38 km
1998 Earl Category 2 193 km
1998 Georges Category 2 150 km
1997 Danny Category 1 91 km
1995 Opal Category 3 64 km
1995 Erin Category 2 58 km
1988 Florence Category 1 276 km
1985 Elena Category 3 153 km
1985 Kate Category 2 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

592 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 24 fatalities, 592 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1971 EF4 44 km 0
Feb 23, 2016 EF3 74 km 0
Feb 15, 2016 EF3 29 km 0
Oct 13, 2001 EF3 81 km 0
Nov 21, 1997 EF3 68 km 0
Mar 24, 1984 EF3 63 km 0
Apr 18, 1978 EF3 45 km 0
Dec 20, 1971 EF3 20 km 0
Mar 2, 1971 EF3 93 km 0
Feb 7, 1971 EF3 90 km 0
Nov 3, 1968 EF3 74 km 0
Oct 30, 1967 EF3 79 km 0
Mar 31, 1962 EF3 66 km 17
Dec 10, 1961 EF3 39 km 0
May 5, 1956 EF3 80 km 0
Jan 23, 1953 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 18, 1950 EF3 87 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 76 km 0
May 10, 2024 EF2 39 km 0
Jun 15, 2023 EF2 81 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (10,557 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 10,557 94 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,706 52 km
2013 UNNAMED 9,046 84 km
2005 UNNAMED 7,388 32 km
2005 UNNAMED 7,334 31 km
2010 UNNAMED 5,692 51 km
2007 UNNAMED 5,616 69 km
2013 LOW KEY 5,554 93 km
2013 UNNAMED 5,525 65 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,627 64 km
2009 UNNAMED 4,577 63 km
2007 UNNAMED 4,523 75 km
2011 UNNAMED 4,486 74 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,397 70 km
2012 UNNAMED 4,231 96 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,200 100 km
2010 UNNAMED 4,119 75 km
1998 UNNAMED 4,106 94 km
2017 UNNAMED 3,967 47 km
2005 UNNAMED 3,854 46 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 5.7 in
March 59°F (15°C) 6.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.6 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
June 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.8 in
September 76°F (25°C) 5.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in
December 51°F (11°C) 5.3 in

Atmore has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and October the driest (3.2").

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Atmore is located in Escambia County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 6.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 82% below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.9% of the vote, a 46.4-point margin. 66.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 67 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents209
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+75.4%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score4.72
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area21.9 sq mi
CountyEscambia County County

Services

Broadband Access66.2%
Avg Download Speed70.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants76
Retail Stores159

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%
Average costs for common services in Atmore. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133–$355)
Specialist Visit $311 ($178–$488)
Urgent Care Visit $178 ($89–$311)
Emergency Room Visit $1,954 ($710–$4,440)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($67–$178)
Dental Filling $222 ($133–$355)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($44–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133–$444)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $533 ($355–$888)
Battery Replacement $178 ($89–$311)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair $355 ($133–$710)
HVAC System Install $6,216 ($3,552–$10,656)
Roof Repair $888 ($355–$1,776)
Roof Replacement $7,992 ($4,884–$13,320)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,332 ($444–$3,108)
Divorce (Contested) $13,320 ($4,440–$26,640)
DUI Defense $4,440 ($1,776–$8,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,332 ($710–$2,664)
Will Preparation $444 ($178–$888)
Trust Preparation $2,220 ($888–$4,440)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($67–$222)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44–$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.64 ($2.66–$4.88)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.11 ($2.22–$4.44)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22–$4.88)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.00 ($2.66–$5.77)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.88 ($3.55–$6.66)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53–$1.60)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($36–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$133)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $178 ($67–$444)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,776 ($1,066–$3,108)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.10–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,066 ($533–$2,220)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $888 ($444–$1,776)
After-School Care (Monthly) $355 ($178–$622)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $888 ($355–$2,220)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,100 ($4,440–$26,640)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44–$178)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133–$444)
Cat Spay/Neuter $178 ($89–$355)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$577
Toddler$559
Preschool$532
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$561
Toddler$561
Preschool$561
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Escambia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,720 169 $34,875 1.33
Manufacturing 1,606 45 $68,990 1.51
Accommodation & Food Services 1,025 70 $19,276 0.87
Administrative & Waste Services 615 38 $39,332 0.81
Construction 429 75 $61,497 0.63
Finance & Insurance 377 58 $61,431 0.72
Wholesale Trade 294 40 $54,653 0.58
Professional & Technical Services 238 65 $47,704 0.26
Transportation & Warehousing 235 27 $60,501 0.43
Agriculture & Forestry 204 25 $58,826 1.95
Other Services 193 52 $35,614 0.50
Mining & Oil/Gas 181 11 $83,049 3.70
Utilities 114 7 $94,477 2.32
Arts & Entertainment 80 4 $15,045 0.37
Real Estate 67 26 $34,128 0.33
Information & Technology 25 11 $74,528 0.10
Management of Companies 18 3 $68,813 0.08

Hospitals in Atmore

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
ATMORE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals Yes (251) 368-2500

Schools in Atmore

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Rachel Patterson Elementary School Elementary 532 23 23.1:1
Escambia County Middle School Middle 516 30 17.2:1
Escambia County High School High 399 21 19.0:1
Huxford Elementary School Elementary 271 16 16.9:1
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Radio Stations near Atmore

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Power 88 WBHY christian, christian contemporary MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Atmore

2 campgrounds found near Atmore.

NameRatingSitesPrice
ISAAC CREEK 4.6/5 60 $26
Isaac Creek Shelters 3 $60

National Parks Near Atmore

11 national parks and monuments found near Atmore.

ParkTypeFee
Battleship Memorial Park State Park Free
Big Lagoon State Park State Park Free
Blackwater River State Park State Park Free
Bladon Springs State Park State Park Free
Gulf Islands National Seashore National Seashore $25
Gulf State Park State Park Free
Mayo Park State Park Free
Meaher State Park State Park Free
Perdido Key State Park State Park Free
Roland Cooper State Park State Park Free
Shell Mound Park State Park Free

Museums in Atmore

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ALGER-SULLIVAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8502563980$10,127
ATMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2513685234
FLOMATON AREA RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM702 SYDNEY E MANNING BLVD2512961110
POARCH CREEK INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2513689136

Libraries in Atmore

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
FLOMATON PUBLIC LIBRARY436 HOUSTON STREET0.045,643
ATMORE PUBLIC700 E. CHURCH STREET0.036,244
ESCAMBIA COUNTY COOPERATIVE LIBRARY SYSTEM700 EAST CHURCH STREET0.0

Farmers Markets in Atmore

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Flomaton Farmers Market435 Palafox Street

Hotels in Atmore

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fairfield Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express Atmore North

Restaurants in Atmore

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waffle House

Cafes in Atmore

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Cinemas in Atmore

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wind Creek Cinema

Theatres in Atmore

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wind Creek Amphitheater

Clinics in Atmore

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atmore Urgent Care
Poarch Health Department

Gas Stations in Atmore

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Creek Travel Plaza
Fast Lane
Shell

Gyms in Atmore

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Poarch Creek Indians Gym

Nursing Homes in Atmore

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ATMORE NURSING CENTER
715 EAST LAUREL STREET
For profit - Corporation 100 85 5/5 3/5 5/5 2513689121

Pharmacies in Atmore

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BUY-RITE DRUGS - 10 400 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE 251-368-7483
ESCAMBIA DRUG STORE 108 SOUTH MAIN STREET 251-368-3191
FRED'S - 1075 109 LINDBERG AVENUE 251-446-1503
POARCH CREEK HEALTH CLINIC PHARMACY 5811 JACK SPRINGS ROAD 251-368-8630
RITE AID - 7099 506 EAST CHURCH STREET 251-368-8131
WALGREENS - 10761 1504 SOUTH MAIN STREET 251-446-7550

EV Charging Stations in Atmore

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Alabama Power - Atmore306 E Church StNon-Networked1J1772private

Cell Towers in Atmore

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
144 DALE DRIVE (70440)GTOWER129
23801 GLENN LANE (62968)GTOWER104
Rabun Site 21041 County Road 47 (028154 / Bay Minnette)TOWER102
60 STA-FAST ROAD (86209)GTOWER96
60 STA-FAST ROAD (86209)GTOWER96
(Atmore) 4 MI S OF I-65 OF SR 21 5 MI NGTOWER92
2100 Russell Road (86442)LTOWER78
593 Phillips Road (78972)GTOWER77
Century Cell Site - 5131Crary RoadTOWER61
Uriah Site 7000 Feet NNE of Palmers CrossroadsTOWER59

Fire Stations in Atmore

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
City of Atmore Fire Department201 E Louisville AVEMostly career251-368-1377
McCullough Volunteer Fire Department56 Lincoln STVolunteer251-577-6556
Nokomis Volunteer Fire Department261 Lamb DRVolunteer251-446-8928
Poarch Band of Creek Indians Fire Department5811 Jack Springs RDMostly career251-368-8787

Power Plants Near Atmore

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BIG ESCAMBIA CREEKNOT AVAILABLENOT AVAILABLE-87.4NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Atmore

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19644323,996F
CulvertConcrete19594323,996F
CulvertConcrete19605223,140F
CulvertConcrete19705515,182F
Tee BeamConcrete196417011,998F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196417511,998F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196417511,998F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196423811,998F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196423811,998F
Tee BeamConcrete196417011,878F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196056711,570F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196056711,570F
Tee BeamConcrete196023811,570F
Tee BeamConcrete196023811,570F
CulvertConcrete1998316,184G
Tee BeamConcrete19732386,019F
Tee BeamConcrete19683406,004F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19603445,704F
Tee BeamConcrete19732385,681F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19852044,614F
CulvertConcrete1930264,433F
CulvertConcrete1930264,433F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19643944,379F
Channel BeamConcrete20041024,320F
CulvertConcrete1942261,800F
CulvertConcrete1940491,800F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19642801,617F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1999374930F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1959252781F
Channel BeamConcrete201468575F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1997295575F
CulvertConcrete198824532G
SlabConcrete continuous201955500G
CulvertConcrete197122432F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1960312423F
Channel BeamConcrete201268340F
Channel BeamConcrete201168300G
CulvertConcrete201832290G
CulvertConcrete197126210F
CulvertSteel195532200F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber194192200F
Channel BeamConcrete201168200G
SlabPrestressed concrete200245159F
Channel BeamConcrete2006102132G
SlabConcrete continuous201780111G
Channel BeamConcrete198434105F
Channel BeamConcrete1939120100F
Tee BeamConcrete continuous196028196F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19657575F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19403065F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19866865F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19684710F

Correctional Facilities in Atmore

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
FOUNTAIN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY9677 AL HWY 21 NSTATE1,1361,613OPEN
HOLMAN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY866 ROSS RDSTATE7001,002OPEN
ATMORE COMMUNITY WORK CENTER9947 STATE HWY 21 NSTATE112CLOSED
ATMORE JAIL201 EAST LOUISVILLE AVENUELOCAL-999-999OPEN

Airports Near Atmore

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Pensacola International AirportPNSLarge Airport
Mobile Downtown AirportBFMMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station - NorthNSEMedium Airport
Whiting Field Naval Air Station South AirportMedium Airport
Alabama Aerial Applicators AirportSmall Airport
Atmore Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ban Farm AirportSmall Airport
Baswell AirportSmall Airport
Bay Minette Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Belforest FieldSmall Airport
Belforest FieldSmall Airport
Bent Oak AirportSmall Airport
Berry FieldSmall Airport
Blackwater AirfieldSmall Airport
Bohemian Hill AirportSmall Airport
Bonner Aerial Applicators AirportSmall Airport
Bonner FieldSmall Airport
Brewton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Buchanan AirportSmall Airport
Chisenhill Agricultural Services AirportSmall Airport
Choctaw Nolf AirportSmall Airport
Chumuckla 20-20 AirportSmall Airport
Collier AirparkSmall Airport
Collier/Pine Barren AirparkSmall Airport
Dale O. Galer AerodromeSmall Airport
Eglin Auxiliary Field 6 AirportSmall Airport
Eglin Test Site B6 AirportSmall Airport
Elsanor AirportSmall Airport
Evergreen Regional Airport/Middleton FieldSmall Airport
Flomaton AirportSmall Airport
Foley Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Fort Walton Beach AirportSmall Airport
Garcon FieldSmall Airport
George T Mc Cutchan AirportSmall Airport
Griswold AirportSmall Airport
H L Sonny Callahan AirportSmall Airport
Hawthorn Pines AirportSmall Airport
Horak AirportSmall Airport
J-22 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Jackson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Klumpp AirportSmall Airport
Mark Reynolds/North Mobile County AirportSmall Airport
Marlow Landing StripSmall Airport
Mc Ginnis AirportSmall Airport
Mc Kinnon AirparkSmall Airport
Monroe County Aeroplex AirportMVCSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Field BarinNHXSmall Airport
Odom's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Pace Lake AirportSmall Airport
Pecan Ponds Farm AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Atmore

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Escambia County Sheriff Department7850 FL 97
Poarch Creek Indians Tribal Police Department

Grocery Stores in Atmore

22 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 2721571Convenience Store13400 Highway 113
Diamond 21Convenience Store4095 Jack Springs Rd
Diamond 23Convenience Store6202 Highway 21
Diamond 24Convenience Store6450 Highway 21
Diamond 4Convenience Store303 W Howard St
Diamond 6Convenience Store1204 E Nashville Ave
Diamond 7Convenience Store13315 Hwy 113
DOLLAR GENERAL 7746Other1420 S Main St
Dollar General 25786Other907 W Nashville Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 2822Other609 E Church St
Dollar General 30052Other11700 Highway 31
Dollar Tree 5251Other120 Lindberg Ave
Express Mart #7 7Convenience Store901 W Nashville Ave
Family Dollar 1089Other500 E Church St
First ChoiceConvenience Store1300 E Nashville Ave
Food Champs 6160Super Store600 E Church St
Perdido River MeatsSpecialty Store490 Atmosphere Rd
SpuddsConvenience Store1777 Highway 21
The Warehouse Market & Bakery LlcConvenience Store5080 Jack Springs Rd
TTT Mart Inc - Express Mart 6Convenience Store325 N Main St
Walgreens 10761Other1504 S Main St
Walmart Supercenter 7247Super Store911 N Main St

Post Offices in Atmore

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Atmore Post Office
Huxford Post Office
McCullough Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Atmore

8 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $104,094 in back wages owed to 148 employees.

8
Violations
$104,094
Back Wages Owed
148
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Atmore Community Work Release Center 36503 1 $36,283 $1,099 33
Atmore Ambulance, Inc 36502 1 $29,128 $1,387 21
Frank Currie Gin Company, Inc. 36502 3 $25,000 $1,191 21
Diamond Gasoline Stations, Inc. 36502 1 $5,958 $284 21
Wind Creek Hospitality 36502 1 $3,129 $82 38
Matrix Telecom 36502 1 $2,558 $2,558 1
Fastlanes Convenience Store #1 36502 1 $1,670 $167 10
AT&T Live Mobile AT&T Inc 36502 1 $367 $122 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Atmore

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ATMORE AREA CHRISTIAN CARE MINISTRYPO BOX 663
CHRISTIAN FAMILY FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES INC72 SCOTT ST
EBENEZER LUTHERAN CHURCH109 HARRIS ST
EMMANUELS FAITH CENTER710 E RIDGELEY ST
EMPOWERMENT TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN CENTER INC514 PEACHTREE STREET
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD1120 S MAIN ST
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ATMOREPO BOX 27
GODS MINISTRY THROUGH JESUS CHRIST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH148 VIRGINIA DR
LIBERTY CHURCH INCORPORATED & THE CITY OF ATMORE STATE OF ALABAMA200 3RD AVE
LITTLE ROCK CHURCH OF ASSEMBLIES OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST9420 ROBINSONVILLE RD
LOVE GOD LOVE GODS PEOPLE MINISTRYPO BOX 1419
MISSION MULTIPLY INC908 E NASHVILLE AVE
MT GILEAD BAPTIST CHURCH12 CHURCH ST
OUTSIDE THE WALLS MINISTRY163 ORA LN
PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCHCO 4TH AND CHURCH ST
RUNNING FOR CHRIST MINISTRIES INC211 PARK DR
ST ROBERT BELLARMINE CATHOLIC CHURCHPO BOX 532
ST ROBERT BELLARMINE PARISH AT MORE600 S MAIN ST
VOICES FOR JESUS MINISTRY INC1211 TUMBLING LN

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Frequently Asked Questions About Atmore

What is the population of Atmore?

Atmore has a population of 8,389 residents and is located in Alabama. The population density is 384 people per square mile, spread across 21.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 37.3% female and 62.7% male.

Is Atmore expensive to live in?

Atmore is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,104, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $128,900 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Atmore safe?

Public safety is a concern in Atmore, with a violent crime rate of 733 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,774 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Atmore receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Atmore?

Atmore enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 63.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Atmore?

Atmore has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $988. There are 934 business establishments in the area, including 76 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 0.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Atmore?

The median home value in Atmore is $128,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,543. For renters, the median monthly rent is $703. Fair market rent is $772 for a 1-bedroom and $936 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 51.1%. The average annual property tax is $1,823.

How are the schools in Atmore?

Schools in Atmore have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 6.1% of adults in Atmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Atmore?

The obesity rate in Atmore is 47.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.4% of adults are smokers. 37.4% are physically inactive. 22.3% of residents report depression. 15.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 38.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,336.

What is transportation like in Atmore?

The average commute in Atmore is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Atmore?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Atmore is 41.2% White, 54.7% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 8.5% of the population are military veterans. 21.7% of residents have a disability. 82.5% have health insurance coverage.

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