Median Income
$64,474
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$132,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$774
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How Attica Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,846
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density1,061/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$64,474
Per Capita$39,042
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$2,368M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$132,800
Rent$774
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation987 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9
Is Attica a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Attica receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Attica stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Attica is $64,474, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Attica is $132,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Attica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Attica has a population of 1,846 with a density of 1,061 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.
Population
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Attica is $64,474, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,474 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,042 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,217 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,617 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 930 |
| County GDP | $2,368M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 123 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,781 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.11% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
The median home value in Attica is $132,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $774 (33% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $132,800 |
| 53% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $774 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,781 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.11% |
In Attica, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Attica vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,545/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
Crime Rates: Attica vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Attica has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 987 ft (301 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,061/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8639°N, 78.2797°W |
| County FIPS | 36121 |