Attica, KS

Kansas

Attica is a small town in Kansas with a population of 529. Residents earn $42,708 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
529 Population 840/sq mi density
$42,708 Median Income $29,448 per capita
$58,000 Home Value $81,238 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,708 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,000 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,708
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population529
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density840/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,708
Per Capita$29,448
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$421M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$81,238

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Elevation1,454 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute16 min
Libraries3

Is Attica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Attica receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Attica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Attica is $42,708, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Attica is $58,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Attica enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 11.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Attica has a population of 529 with a density of 840 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

529
Total Population
840
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Attica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Attica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Attica is $42,708, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Attica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,708
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,448
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$58,764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)224
County GDP$421M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare12
Retail33
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Attica is $58,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $81,238.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,000
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$81,238

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% 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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate6.03%
In Attica, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death9,227/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Attica has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall11.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,454 ft (443 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density840/sq mi
Coordinates37.2426°N, 98.2276°W
County FIPS20077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density840/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants13
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Work from Home1.0%

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