Fort Atkinson, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Winneshiek County County
Fort Atkinson, IA
At a Glance
How Fort Atkinson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Atkinson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Atkinson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Atkinson residents earn a median household income of $72,083 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,827. The unemployment rate stands at 0.9% (75% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 767 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Atkinson is $135,000 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $181,926. Median rent is $1,125/month, with 22.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Education
13.5% of adults in Fort Atkinson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Atkinson has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches.