Atchison County, KS
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16,309
TOTAL POPULATION
7,909
MALE POPULATION
8,400
FEMALE POPULATION
94.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,644
PER CAPITA INCOME
$70,687
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,281
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
52.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
47.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,188
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Atchison County
The most populous races in Atchison County are White / Caucasian (14,318 | 87.8%), Two or more Races (1,048 | 6.4%), and Black / African American (602 | 3.7%).
Race | # Population | % Population |
Asian | 80 | 0.5% |
Black / African American | 602 | 3.7% |
Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
Hispanic or Latino | 531 | 3.3% |
Native / Alaskan | 27 | 0.2% |
White / Caucasian | 14,318 | 87.8% |
Two or more Races | 1,048 | 6.4% |
Some other Race | 234 | 1.4% |
Total | 16,309 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Atchison County
The most populous ancestries reported in Atchison County are German (4,816 | 29.5%), Irish (2,904 | 17.8%), English (1,474 | 9.0%), American (1,056 | 6.5%), and Italian (567 | 3.5%), together accounting for 66.3% of all Atchison County residents.
Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
African | 68 | 0.4% |
American | 1,056 | 6.5% |
Arab | 21 | 0.1% |
Austrian | 27 | 0.2% |
Belgian | 49 | 0.3% |
Bhutanese | 22 | 0.1% |
Blackfeet | 53 | 0.3% |
Brazilian | 2 | 0.0% |
British | 27 | 0.2% |
Central American | 142 | 0.9% |
Cherokee | 63 | 0.4% |
Cuban | 12 | 0.1% |
Czech | 117 | 0.7% |
Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.1% |
Danish | 107 | 0.7% |
Dutch | 205 | 1.3% |
Eastern European | 27 | 0.2% |
English | 1,474 | 9.0% |
Ethiopian | 5 | 0.0% |
European | 125 | 0.8% |
Finnish | 20 | 0.1% |
French | 322 | 2.0% |
French American Indian | 36 | 0.2% |
French Canadian | 18 | 0.1% |
German | 4,816 | 29.5% |
German Russian | 1 | 0.0% |
Greek | 36 | 0.2% |
Guamanian / Chamorro | 21 | 0.1% |
Indian (Asian) | 43 | 0.3% |
Irish | 2,904 | 17.8% |
Italian | 567 | 3.5% |
Korean | 148 | 0.9% |
Lebanese | 21 | 0.1% |
Luxembourger | 20 | 0.1% |
Mexican | 367 | 2.2% |
Mexican American Indian | 53 | 0.3% |
Native Hawaiian | 2 | 0.0% |
Northern European | 17 | 0.1% |
Norwegian | 139 | 0.9% |
Osage | 2 | 0.0% |
Pakistani | 13 | 0.1% |
Panamanian | 25 | 0.2% |
Polish | 333 | 2.0% |
Portuguese | 20 | 0.1% |
Puerto Rican | 5 | 0.0% |
Russian | 10 | 0.1% |
Salvadoran | 117 | 0.7% |
Scandinavian | 112 | 0.7% |
Scotch-Irish | 150 | 0.9% |
Scottish | 315 | 1.9% |
Sioux | 13 | 0.1% |
South African | 6 | 0.0% |
Spaniard | 5 | 0.0% |
Sri Lankan | 6 | 0.0% |
Subsaharan African | 73 | 0.4% |
Swedish | 233 | 1.4% |
Swiss | 125 | 0.8% |
Thai | 14 | 0.1% |
Ukrainian | 8 | 0.1% |
Welsh | 96 | 0.6% | View All 60 Rows |
Immigrants in Atchison County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Atchison County came from Asia (139 | 0.9%), South Eastern Asia (110 | 0.7%), Latin America (98 | 0.6%), Philippines (97 | 0.6%), and Central America (88 | 0.5%), together accounting for 3.3% of all Atchison County residents.
Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
Asia | 139 | 0.9% |
Bahamas | 8 | 0.1% |
Brazil | 2 | 0.0% |
Caribbean | 8 | 0.1% |
Central America | 88 | 0.5% |
China | 29 | 0.2% |
Eastern Asia | 29 | 0.2% |
El Salvador | 68 | 0.4% |
Europe | 2 | 0.0% |
Germany | 2 | 0.0% |
Latin America | 98 | 0.6% |
Mexico | 20 | 0.1% |
Philippines | 97 | 0.6% |
South Africa | 6 | 0.0% |
South America | 2 | 0.0% |
South Eastern Asia | 110 | 0.7% |
Thailand | 13 | 0.1% |
Western Europe | 2 | 0.0% | View All 19 Rows |
Sex and Age in Atchison County
Sex and Age in Atchison County
The most populous age groups in Atchison County are 15 to 19 Years (814 | 10.3%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (1,055 | 12.6%) for women.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 405 (5.1%) | 441 (5.2%) |
5 to 9 Years | 601 (7.6%) | 438 (5.2%) |
10 to 14 Years | 520 (6.6%) | 506 (6.0%) |
15 to 19 Years | 814 (10.3%) | 1,055 (12.6%) |
20 to 24 Years | 716 (9.0%) | 776 (9.2%) |
25 to 29 Years | 477 (6.0%) | 442 (5.3%) |
30 to 34 Years | 358 (4.5%) | 399 (4.8%) |
35 to 39 Years | 402 (5.1%) | 568 (6.8%) |
40 to 44 Years | 415 (5.2%) | 317 (3.8%) |
45 to 49 Years | 441 (5.6%) | 373 (4.4%) |
50 to 54 Years | 429 (5.4%) | 439 (5.2%) |
55 to 59 Years | 477 (6.0%) | 639 (7.6%) |
60 to 64 Years | 609 (7.7%) | 482 (5.7%) |
65 to 69 Years | 582 (7.4%) | 366 (4.4%) |
70 to 74 Years | 162 (2.1%) | 404 (4.8%) |
75 to 79 Years | 208 (2.6%) | 303 (3.6%) |
80 to 84 Years | 201 (2.5%) | 160 (1.9%) |
85 Years and over | 92 (1.2%) | 292 (3.5%) |
Total | 7,909 (100.0%) | 8,400 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Atchison County
Median Family Size in Atchison County
The median family size in Atchison County is 3.09 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,805 | 72.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (320 | 8.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.93 persons per family.
Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
Married-Couple | 2,805 (72.7%) | 3.13 |
Single Male/Father | 320 (8.3%) | 2.93 |
Single Female/Mother | 732 (19.0%) | 3.01 |
Total Families | 3,857 (100.0%) | 3.09 |
Median Household Size in Atchison County
The median household size in Atchison County is 2.49 persons per household, with single male/father households (320 | 5.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (1,983 | 34.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.19 persons per household.
Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
Married-Couple | 2,805 (48.0%) | 3.15 |
Single Male/Father | 320 (5.5%) | 3.25 |
Single Female/Mother | 732 (12.5%) | 3.17 |
Non-family | 1,983 (34.0%) | 1.19 |
Total Households | 5,840 (100.0%) | 2.49 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Atchison County
Out of a total of 5,840 households in Atchison County, 3,857 (66.0%) are family households, while 1,983 (34.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,884, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,762.
Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
1-Person Households | - | 1,762 (30.2%) |
2-Person Households | 1,884 (32.3%) | 178 (3.0%) |
3-Person Households | 842 (14.4%) | 14 (0.2%) |
4-Person Households | 665 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5-Person Households | 274 (4.7%) | 29 (0.5%) |
6-Person Households | 73 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
7+ Person Households | 119 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 3,857 (66.0%) | 1,983 (34.0%) |
Female Fertility in Atchison County
Fertility by Age in Atchison County
Average fertility rate in Atchison County is 53.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 114.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 86.8% of all women with births.
Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
15 to 19 years | 10 (4.7%) | 9.0 |
20 to 34 years | 184 (86.8%) | 114.0 |
35 to 50 years | 18 (8.5%) | 13.0 |
Total | 212 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Atchison County
75.5% of women with births (212) in Atchison County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
20 to 34 years | 142 (77.2%) | 42 (22.8%) |
35 to 50 years | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 160 (75.5%) | 52 (24.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Atchison County
Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
High School Diploma | 69 (32.6%) | 56.0 |
College or Associate's Degree | 81 (38.2%) | 53.0 |
Bachelor's Degree | 59 (27.8%) | 113.0 |
Graduate Degree | 3 (1.4%) | 10.0 |
Total | 212 (100.0%) | 53.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Atchison County
24.5% of women with births in Atchison County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 75.4% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
High School Diploma | 17 (24.6%) | 52 (75.4%) |
College or Associate's Degree | 81 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Bachelor's Degree | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Graduate Degree | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 160 (75.5%) | 52 (24.5%) |
Income in Atchison County
Income Overview in Atchison County
Per Capita Income in Atchison County is $27,644, while median incomes of families and households are $70,687 and $55,281 respectively.
Characteristic | Number | Measure |
Per Capita Income | 16,309 | $27,644 |
Median Family Income | 3,857 | $70,687 |
Mean Family Income | 3,857 | $83,621 |
Median Household Income | 5,840 | $55,281 |
Mean Household Income | 5,840 | $71,685 |
Income Deficit | 3,857 | $0 |
Wage / Income Gap (%) | 16,309 | 52.21% |
Wage / Income Gap ($) | 16,309 | 47.79¢ per $1 |
Gini / Inequality Index | 16,309 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Atchison County
Average Earnings in Atchison County are $26,470, $40,241 for men and $19,231 for women, a difference of 52.2%.
Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
Male | 4,722 (50.1%) | $40,241 |
Female | 4,696 (49.9%) | $19,231 |
Total | 9,418 (100.0%) | $26,470 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Atchison County
The most common earnings brackets in Atchison County are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (502 | 10.6%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (647 | 13.8%).
Income | Male | Female |
$2,499 or less | 329 (7.0%) | 458 (9.8%) |
$2,500 to $4,999 | 483 (10.2%) | 647 (13.8%) |
$5,000 to $7,499 | 284 (6.0%) | 268 (5.7%) |
$7,500 to $9,999 | 107 (2.3%) | 190 (4.1%) |
$10,000 to $12,499 | 183 (3.9%) | 240 (5.1%) |
$12,500 to $14,999 | 88 (1.9%) | 188 (4.0%) |
$15,000 to $17,499 | 97 (2.1%) | 258 (5.5%) |
$17,500 to $19,999 | 180 (3.8%) | 143 (3.0%) |
$20,000 to $22,499 | 32 (0.7%) | 177 (3.8%) |
$22,500 to $24,999 | 130 (2.8%) | 130 (2.8%) |
$25,000 to $29,999 | 155 (3.3%) | 364 (7.7%) |
$30,000 to $34,999 | 141 (3.0%) | 212 (4.5%) |
$35,000 to $39,999 | 136 (2.9%) | 325 (6.9%) |
$40,000 to $44,999 | 300 (6.4%) | 233 (5.0%) |
$45,000 to $49,999 | 163 (3.5%) | 245 (5.2%) |
$50,000 to $54,999 | 404 (8.6%) | 53 (1.1%) |
$55,000 to $64,999 | 502 (10.6%) | 178 (3.8%) |
$65,000 to $74,999 | 228 (4.8%) | 87 (1.8%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 365 (7.7%) | 255 (5.4%) |
$100,000+ | 415 (8.8%) | 45 (1.0%) |
Total | 4,722 (100.0%) | 4,696 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Atchison County
Average earnings in Atchison County are $50,298 for men and $30,520 for women, a difference of 39.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,316, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $45,086. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,125, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,398.
Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
Less than High School | - | - |
High School Diploma | $46,528 | $25,398 |
College or Associate's Degree | $45,086 | $30,719 |
Bachelor's Degree | $71,316 | $42,500 |
Graduate Degree | $59,394 | $58,125 |
Total | $50,298 | $30,520 |
Family Income in Atchison County
Family Income Brackets in Atchison County
According to the Atchison County family income data, there are 937 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.3% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 66 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
Less than $10,000 | 170 | 4.4% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 66 | 1.7% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 197 | 5.1% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 312 | 8.1% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 413 | 10.7% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 895 | 23.2% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 555 | 14.4% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 937 | 24.3% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 185 | 4.8% |
$200,000+ | 127 | 3.3% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Atchison County
4-person families (583 | 15.1%) account for the highest median family income in Atchison County with $105,932 per family, while 2-person families (1,989 | 51.6%) have the highest median income of $29,982 per family member.
Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
2-Person Families | 1,989 (51.6%) | $59,963 |
3-Person Families | 835 (21.6%) | $71,653 |
4-Person Families | 583 (15.1%) | $105,932 |
5-Person Families | 282 (7.3%) | $68,309 |
6-Person Families | 49 (1.3%) | $0 |
7+ Person Families | 119 (3.1%) | $88,393 |
Total | 3,857 (100.0%) | $70,687 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Atchison County
The median family income in Atchison County is $70,687, with families comprising 3+ earners (389) having the highest median family income of $107,204, while families with no earners (420) have the lowest median family income of $49,800, accounting for 10.1% and 10.9% of families, respectively.
Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
No Earners | 420 (10.9%) | $49,800 |
1 Earner | 1,149 (29.8%) | $51,162 |
2 Earners | 1,899 (49.2%) | $90,037 |
3+ Earners | 389 (10.1%) | $107,204 |
Total | 3,857 (100.0%) | $70,687 |
Household Income in Atchison County
Household Income Brackets in Atchison County
With 1,209 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Atchison County, accounting for 20.7% of all households. In contrast, only 146 households (2.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Less than $10,000 | 350 | 6.0% |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 257 | 4.4% |
$15,000 to $24,999 | 637 | 10.9% |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 461 | 7.9% |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 835 | 14.3% |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 1,209 | 20.7% |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 625 | 10.7% |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,127 | 19.3% |
$150,000 to $199,999 | 193 | 3.3% |
$200,000+ | 146 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Atchison County
The median household income in Atchison County is $55,281, with the highest median household income of $71,500 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,840 households (31.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,853, with 261 households (4.5%) in this group.
Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
15 to 24 Years | 261 (4.5%) | $23,853 |
25 to 44 Years | 1,840 (31.5%) | $71,500 |
45 to 64 Years | 2,159 (37.0%) | $62,901 |
65+ Years | 1,580 (27.1%) | $45,719 |
Total | 5,840 (100.0%) | $55,281 |
Poverty in Atchison County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Atchison County
With 10.4% poverty level for males and 18.5% for females among the residents of Atchison County, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 177 males (25.1%) and 212 females (33.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 55 (13.6%) | 37 (8.8%) |
5 Years | 7 (3.9%) | 10 (16.7%) |
6 to 11 Years | 62 (8.4%) | 119 (20.7%) |
12 to 14 Years | 27 (14.6%) | 63 (21.4%) |
15 Years | 10 (4.6%) | 41 (23.8%) |
16 and 17 Years | 28 (16.6%) | 8 (4.5%) |
18 to 24 Years | 177 (25.1%) | 212 (33.8%) |
25 to 34 Years | 101 (12.3%) | 195 (23.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 27 (3.3%) | 219 (24.7%) |
45 to 54 Years | 103 (11.9%) | 99 (12.3%) |
55 to 64 Years | 73 (6.7%) | 164 (14.7%) |
65 to 74 Years | 44 (6.0%) | 50 (6.5%) |
75 Years and over | 58 (11.7%) | 160 (22.9%) |
Total | 772 (10.4%) | 1,377 (18.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Atchison County
According to the poverty statistics in Atchison County, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.7% of males and 95.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 350 (86.4%) | 382 (91.2%) |
5 Years | 174 (96.1%) | 50 (83.3%) |
6 to 11 Years | 677 (91.6%) | 455 (79.3%) |
12 to 14 Years | 158 (85.4%) | 231 (78.6%) |
15 Years | 209 (95.4%) | 131 (76.2%) |
16 and 17 Years | 141 (83.4%) | 168 (95.5%) |
18 to 24 Years | 527 (74.9%) | 415 (66.2%) |
25 to 34 Years | 718 (87.7%) | 638 (76.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 782 (96.7%) | 666 (75.2%) |
45 to 54 Years | 761 (88.1%) | 708 (87.7%) |
55 to 64 Years | 1,013 (93.3%) | 951 (85.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 690 (94.0%) | 720 (93.5%) |
75 Years and over | 437 (88.3%) | 538 (77.1%) |
Total | 6,637 (89.6%) | 6,053 (81.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Atchison County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Atchison County show that 4.8% or 134 of the total 2,805 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 12.8%, comprising of 11 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.8%, which includes 47 families.
Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
No Children | 1,659 (97.3%) | 47 (2.8%) |
1 or 2 Children | 744 (93.2%) | 54 (6.8%) |
3 or 4 Children | 193 (89.8%) | 22 (10.2%) |
5 or more Children | 75 (87.2%) | 11 (12.8%) |
Total | 2,671 (95.2%) | 134 (4.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Atchison County
According to the poverty data in Atchison County, 5.6% or 18 single-father households and 34.6% or 253 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (38.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
No Children | 13 (6.0%) | 47 (38.2%) |
1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 191 (36.3%) |
3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (18.1%) |
5 or more Children | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 18 (5.6%) | 253 (34.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Atchison County
The poverty data for Atchison County shows that 134 of the married-couple family households (4.8%) and 271 of the single-parent households (25.8%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (12.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
No Children | 47 (2.8%) | 60 (17.7%) |
1 or 2 Children | 54 (6.8%) | 191 (31.7%) |
3 or 4 Children | 22 (10.2%) | 15 (14.0%) |
5 or more Children | 11 (12.8%) | 5 (100.0%) |
Total | 134 (4.8%) | 271 (25.8%) |
Employment Characteristics in Atchison County
Employment by Class of Employer in Atchison County
Among the 7,614 employed individuals in Atchison County, private company employees (4,971 | 65.3%), not-for-profit organizations (972 | 12.8%), and local government employees (627 | 8.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
Private Company Employees | 4,971 | 65.3% |
Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 169 | 2.2% |
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 445 | 5.8% |
Not-for-profit Organizations | 972 | 12.8% |
Local Government Employees | 627 | 8.2% |
State Government Employees | 224 | 2.9% |
Federal Government Employees | 183 | 2.4% |
Unpaid Family Workers | 23 | 0.3% |
Total | 7,614 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Atchison County
According to the labor force statistics for Atchison County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (12,997), 63.0% or 8,188 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 368 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 90.6% or 686 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.7% or 74 of them being unemployed.
Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
16 to 19 Years | 691 (47.1%) | 74 (10.7%) |
20 to 24 Years | 977 (65.5%) | 22 (2.3%) |
25 to 29 Years | 760 (82.7%) | 23 (3.0%) |
30 to 34 Years | 686 (90.6%) | 4 (0.6%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,477 (86.8%) | 19 (1.3%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,346 (80.0%) | 116 (8.6%) |
55 to 59 Years | 907 (81.3%) | 83 (9.2%) |
60 to 64 Years | 804 (73.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 480 (31.7%) | 24 (5.0%) |
75 Years and over | 59 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 8,188 (63.0%) | 368 (4.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Atchison County
According to labor force statistics for Atchison County, 82.3% of individuals (5,981) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,267) are in the labor force, with 4.1% or 245 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.9% or 1,431 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.5% or 107 of them being unemployed.
Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
Less than High School | 287 (65.1%) | 19 (4.2%) |
High School Diploma | 2,320 (76.8%) | 157 (5.2%) |
College / Associate Degree | 1,940 (86.3%) | 7 (0.3%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,431 (91.9%) | 117 (7.5%) |
Total | 5,981 (82.3%) | 298 (4.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Atchison County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Atchison County are Community & Social Service (1,017 | 13.0%), Management (829 | 10.6%), Education Instruction & Library (757 | 9.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (314 | 4.0%), and Business & Financial (293 | 3.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Atchison County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.2%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (83.5%), and Management (70.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (97.1%), Health Technologists (95.5%), and Education Instruction & Library (82.8%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Management | 587 (70.8%) | 242 (29.2%) |
Business & Financial | 103 (35.1%) | 190 (64.8%) |
Computers, Engineering & Science | 169 (61.2%) | 107 (38.8%) |
Computers & Mathematics | 57 (49.1%) | 59 (50.9%) |
Architecture & Engineering | 74 (90.2%) | 8 (9.8%) |
Life, Physical & Social Science | 38 (48.7%) | 40 (51.3%) |
Community & Social Service | 274 (26.9%) | 743 (73.1%) |
Education, Arts & Media | 37 (29.4%) | 89 (70.6%) |
Legal Services & Support | 16 (64.0%) | 9 (36.0%) |
Education Instruction & Library | 130 (17.2%) | 627 (82.8%) |
Arts, Media & Entertainment | 91 (83.5%) | 18 (16.5%) |
Health Diagnosing & Treating | 9 (2.9%) | 305 (97.1%) |
Health Technologists | 9 (4.5%) | 190 (95.5%) |
Total (Category) | 1,142 (41.8%) | 1,587 (58.2%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,970 (50.7%) | 3,852 (49.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Atchison County are Food Preparation & Serving (481 | 6.1%), Healthcare Support (402 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (314 | 4.0%), Security & Protection (272 | 3.5%), and Law Enforcement (243 | 3.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Atchison County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (93.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (75.2%), and Security & Protection (65.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (96.0%), Personal Care & Service (81.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.9%).
Occupation | Male | Female |
Healthcare Support | 16 (4.0%) | 386 (96.0%) |
Security & Protection | 179 (65.8%) | 93 (34.2%) |
Firefighting & Prevention | 27 (93.1%) | 2 (6.9%) |
Law Enforcement | 152 (62.5%) | 91 (37.4%) |
Food Preparation & Serving | 159 (33.1%) | 322 (66.9%) |
Cleaning & Maintenance | 236 (75.2%) | 78 (24.8%) |
Personal Care & Service | 33 (18.1%) | 149 (81.9%) |
Total (Category) | 623 (37.7%) | 1,028 (62.3%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,970 (50.7%) | 3,852 (49.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Atchison County are Office & Administration (835 | 10.7%), and Sales & Related (765 | 9.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Sales & Related | 483 (63.1%) | 282 (36.9%) |
Office & Administration | 226 (27.1%) | 609 (72.9%) |
Total (Category) | 709 (44.3%) | 891 (55.7%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,970 (50.7%) | 3,852 (49.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Atchison County are Construction & Extraction (531 | 6.8%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (139 | 1.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (111 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 100 (71.9%) | 39 (28.1%) |
Construction & Extraction | 515 (97.0%) | 16 (3.0%) |
Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total (Category) | 726 (93.0%) | 55 (7.0%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,970 (50.7%) | 3,852 (49.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Atchison County are Material Moving (445 | 5.7%), Production (376 | 4.8%), and Transportation (240 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
Occupation | Male | Female |
Production | 306 (81.4%) | 70 (18.6%) |
Transportation | 184 (76.7%) | 56 (23.3%) |
Material Moving | 280 (62.9%) | 165 (37.1%) |
Total (Category) | 770 (72.6%) | 291 (27.4%) |
Total (Overall) | 3,970 (50.7%) | 3,852 (49.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Atchison County
Employment Industries in Atchison County
The major employment industries in Atchison County include Educational Services (1,182 | 15.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (969 | 12.4%), Retail Trade (951 | 12.2%), Manufacturing (693 | 8.9%), and Construction (543 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Atchison County
The Atchison County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (93.2%), and Construction (93.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (91.1%), Educational Services (77.7%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (66.7%).
Industry | Male | Female |
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 303 (88.6%) | 39 (11.4%) |
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Construction | 506 (93.2%) | 37 (6.8%) |
Manufacturing | 531 (76.6%) | 162 (23.4%) |
Wholesale Trade | 235 (75.8%) | 75 (24.2%) |
Retail Trade | 537 (56.5%) | 414 (43.5%) |
Transportation & Warehousing | 319 (79.3%) | 83 (20.6%) |
Utilities | 69 (93.2%) | 5 (6.8%) |
Information | 85 (58.6%) | 60 (41.4%) |
Finance & Insurance | 149 (51.2%) | 142 (48.8%) |
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 8 (33.3%) | 16 (66.7%) |
Professional & Scientific | 146 (47.6%) | 161 (52.4%) |
Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Administrative & Support | 113 (60.1%) | 75 (39.9%) |
Educational Services | 263 (22.3%) | 919 (77.7%) |
Health Care & Social Assistance | 86 (8.9%) | 883 (91.1%) |
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 71 (55.5%) | 57 (44.5%) |
Accommodation & Food Services | 162 (34.0%) | 314 (66.0%) |
Public Administration | 234 (57.1%) | 176 (42.9%) |
Total | 3,970 (50.7%) | 3,852 (49.2%) |
Education in Atchison County
School Enrollment in Atchison County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,823 students in Atchison County are college / undergraduate (1,897 | 39.3%), elementary school (861 | 17.8%), and high school (845 | 17.5%).
School Level | # Students | % Students |
Nursery / Preschool | 171 | 3.5% |
Kindergarten | 252 | 5.2% |
Elementary School | 861 | 17.8% |
Middle School | 708 | 14.7% |
High School | 845 | 17.5% |
College / Undergraduate | 1,897 | 39.3% |
Graduate / Professional | 89 | 1.8% |
Total | 4,823 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Atchison County
Out of a total of 4,823 students who are enrolled in schools in Atchison County, 2,291 (47.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 2,532 (52.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 756 (88.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 177 (86.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
3 to 4 Year Olds | 58 (46.8%) | 66 (53.2%) |
5 to 9 Year Old | 771 (78.3%) | 213 (21.6%) |
10 to 14 Year Olds | 672 (69.9%) | 290 (30.1%) |
15 to 17 Year Olds | 543 (72.8%) | 203 (27.2%) |
18 to 19 Year Olds | 169 (20.6%) | 650 (79.4%) |
20 to 24 Year Olds | 95 (11.2%) | 756 (88.8%) |
25 to 34 Year Olds | 177 (86.8%) | 27 (13.2%) |
35 Years and over | 49 (36.8%) | 84 (63.2%) |
Total | 2,532 (52.5%) | 2,291 (47.5%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Atchison County
Education (718 | 30.6%), business (318 | 13.6%), bio, nature & agricultural (273 | 11.6%), arts & humanities (219 | 9.3%), and liberal arts & history (183 | 7.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,346 individuals in Atchison County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
Computers & Mathematics | 44 | 1.9% |
Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 273 | 11.6% |
Physical & Health Sciences | 41 | 1.8% |
Psychology | 52 | 2.2% |
Social Sciences | 111 | 4.7% |
Engineering | 59 | 2.5% |
Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
Science & Technology | 178 | 7.6% |
Business | 318 | 13.6% |
Education | 718 | 30.6% |
Literature & Languages | 87 | 3.7% |
Liberal Arts & History | 183 | 7.8% |
Visual & Performing Arts | 41 | 1.8% |
Communications | 22 | 0.9% |
Arts & Humanities | 219 | 9.3% |
Total | 2,346 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Atchison County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Atchison County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Atchison County are males with 3 vehicles (1,359, accounting for 36.8%) and females with 3 vehicles (894, making up 40.7%).
Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
No Vehicle | 148 (4.0%) | 34 (1.0%) |
1 Vehicle | 526 (14.2%) | 610 (18.3%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,206 (32.7%) | 1,276 (38.2%) |
3 Vehicles | 1,359 (36.8%) | 894 (26.8%) |
4 Vehicles | 280 (7.6%) | 339 (10.2%) |
5 or more Vehicles | 171 (4.6%) | 187 (5.6%) |
Total | 3,690 (100.0%) | 3,340 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Atchison County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Atchison County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,928 commuters, 27.1%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,118 commuters, 15.7%), and 15 to 19 minutes (727 commuters, 10.2%).
Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
Less than 5 Minutes | 645 | 9.1% |
5 to 9 Minutes | 1,928 | 27.1% |
10 to 14 Minutes | 1,118 | 15.7% |
15 to 19 Minutes | 727 | 10.2% |
20 to 24 Minutes | 450 | 6.3% |
25 to 29 Minutes | 135 | 1.9% |
30 to 34 Minutes | 619 | 8.7% |
35 to 39 Minutes | 252 | 3.5% |
40 to 44 Minutes | 147 | 2.1% |
45 to 59 Minutes | 369 | 5.2% |
60 to 89 Minutes | 645 | 9.1% |
90 or more Minutes | 81 | 1.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Atchison County
The most common commute times in Atchison County are 5 to 9 minutes (887 commuters, 24.1%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,041 commuters, 30.3%) for females.
Commute Time | Male | Female |
Less than 5 Minutes | 311 (8.4%) | 334 (9.7%) |
5 to 9 Minutes | 887 (24.1%) | 1,041 (30.3%) |
10 to 14 Minutes | 631 (17.1%) | 487 (14.2%) |
15 to 19 Minutes | 228 (6.2%) | 499 (14.5%) |
20 to 24 Minutes | 212 (5.8%) | 238 (6.9%) |
25 to 29 Minutes | 93 (2.5%) | 42 (1.2%) |
30 to 34 Minutes | 321 (8.7%) | 298 (8.7%) |
35 to 39 Minutes | 227 (6.2%) | 25 (0.7%) |
40 to 44 Minutes | 94 (2.5%) | 53 (1.5%) |
45 to 59 Minutes | 168 (4.6%) | 201 (5.9%) |
60 to 89 Minutes | 466 (12.7%) | 179 (5.2%) |
90 or more Minutes | 45 (1.2%) | 36 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Atchison County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Atchison County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (609, 16.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,010, 29.4%) for females.
Time of Departure | Male | Female |
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 355 (9.6%) | 146 (4.3%) |
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 242 (6.6%) | 93 (2.7%) |
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 98 (2.7%) | 124 (3.6%) |
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 492 (13.4%) | 341 (9.9%) |
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 290 (7.9%) | 307 (8.9%) |
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 609 (16.5%) | 466 (13.6%) |
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 348 (9.5%) | 1,010 (29.4%) |
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 266 (7.2%) | 265 (7.7%) |
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 236 (6.4%) | 50 (1.5%) |
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 73 (2.0%) | 267 (7.8%) |
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 64 (1.7%) | 20 (0.6%) |
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 9 (0.2%) | 60 (1.8%) |
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 372 (10.1%) | 134 (3.9%) |
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 229 (6.2%) | 150 (4.4%) |
Total | 3,683 (100.0%) | 3,433 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Atchison County
Occupancy by Ownership in Atchison County
Of the total 5,840 dwellings in Atchison County, owner-occupied units account for 4,099 (70.2%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,741 (29.8%).
Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Owner Occupied Housing Units | 4,099 | 70.2% |
Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,741 | 29.8% |
Total Occupied Housing Units | 5,840 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Atchison County
Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
1-Person Household | 1,762 | 30.2% |
2-Person Household | 2,062 | 35.3% |
3-Person Household | 856 | 14.7% |
4+ Person Household | 1,160 | 19.9% |
Total Housing Units | 5,840 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Atchison County
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1-Person Household | 1,054 (59.8%) | 708 (40.2%) |
2-Person Household | 1,658 (80.4%) | 404 (19.6%) |
3-Person Household | 536 (62.6%) | 320 (37.4%) |
4+ Person Household | 851 (73.4%) | 309 (26.6%) |
Total Housing Units | 4,099 (70.2%) | 1,741 (29.8%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Atchison County
Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than High School | 177 (53.0%) | 157 (47.0%) |
High School Diploma | 1,603 (64.8%) | 870 (35.2%) |
College/Associate Degree | 1,364 (78.2%) | 380 (21.8%) |
Bachelor's Degree or higher | 955 (74.1%) | 334 (25.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Atchison County
Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
Under 35 Years | 1,124 | 19.3% |
35 to 44 Years | 977 | 16.7% |
45 to 54 Years | 861 | 14.7% |
55 to 64 Years | 1,298 | 22.2% |
65 to 74 Years | 883 | 15.1% |
75 to 84 Years | 462 | 7.9% |
85 Years and Over | 235 | 4.0% |
Total | 5,840 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Atchison County
Median Income by Occupancy in Atchison County
Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
Owner-Occupied | 4,099 (70.2%) | $66,332 |
Renter-Occupied | 1,741 (29.8%) | $28,808 |
Average | 5,840 (100.0%) | $55,281 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Atchison County
Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $5,000 | 116 (2.8%) | 76 (4.4%) |
$5,000 to $9,999 | 60 (1.5%) | 98 (5.6%) |
$10,000 to $14,999 | 103 (2.5%) | 155 (8.9%) |
$15,000 to $19,999 | 54 (1.3%) | 237 (13.6%) |
$20,000 to $24,999 | 116 (2.8%) | 229 (13.2%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 302 (7.4%) | 161 (9.2%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 595 (14.5%) | 243 (14.0%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 942 (23.0%) | 267 (15.3%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 459 (11.2%) | 163 (9.4%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 1,014 (24.7%) | 112 (6.4%) |
$150,000 or more | 338 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 4,099 (100.0%) | 1,741 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Atchison County
Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Less than $300 | 237 (5.8%) | 106 (6.1%) |
$300 to $499 | 694 (16.9%) | 191 (11.0%) |
$500 to $799 | 1,137 (27.7%) | 512 (29.4%) |
$800 to $999 | 500 (12.2%) | 205 (11.8%) |
$1,000 to $1,499 | 831 (20.3%) | 421 (24.2%) |
$1,500 to $1,999 | 443 (10.8%) | 34 (1.9%) |
$2,000 to $2,499 | 192 (4.7%) | 29 (1.7%) |
$2,500 to $2,999 | 46 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$3,000 or more | 19 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 4,099 (100.0%) | 1,741 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Atchison County
Housing Structures in Atchison County
Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
Single Unit, Detached | 4,676 | 80.1% |
Single Unit, Attached | 35 | 0.6% |
2 Unit Apartments | 149 | 2.5% |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 228 | 3.9% |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 41 | 0.7% |
10 or more Apartments | 382 | 6.5% |
Mobile Home / Other | 329 | 5.6% |
Total | 5,840 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Atchison County
Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Single Unit, Detached | 3,749 (80.2%) | 927 (19.8%) |
Single Unit, Attached | 30 (85.7%) | 5 (14.3%) |
2 Unit Apartments | 10 (6.7%) | 139 (93.3%) |
3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 228 (100.0%) |
5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 382 (100.0%) |
Mobile Home / Other | 310 (94.2%) | 19 (5.8%) |
Total | 4,099 (70.2%) | 1,741 (29.8%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Atchison County
Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 137 (7.9%) |
2 or 3 Rooms | 91 (2.2%) | 304 (17.5%) |
4 or 5 Rooms | 1,113 (27.2%) | 675 (38.8%) |
6 or 7 Rooms | 1,849 (45.1%) | 386 (22.2%) |
8 or more Rooms | 1,046 (25.5%) | 239 (13.7%) |
Total | 4,099 (100.0%) | 1,741 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Atchison County
Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
Utility Gas | 2,422 (59.1%) | 1,003 (57.6%) |
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 858 (20.9%) | 61 (3.5%) |
Electricity | 597 (14.6%) | 644 (37.0%) |
Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 12 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
All other Fuels | 210 (5.1%) | 25 (1.4%) |
No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (0.5%) |
Total | 4,099 (100.0%) | 1,741 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Atchison County
Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
No Vehicle | 129 (3.2%) | 277 (15.9%) |
1 Vehicle | 765 (18.7%) | 854 (49.0%) |
2 Vehicles | 1,628 (39.7%) | 441 (25.3%) |
3 or more Vehicles | 1,577 (38.5%) | 169 (9.7%) |
Total | 4,099 (100.0%) | 1,741 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Atchison County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Atchison County
Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Housing Units | 2,204 | 1,895 |
Median Property Value | $121,000 | $130,300 |
Median Household Income | $54,647 | $182 |
Monthly Housing Costs | $560 | $19 |
Real Estate Taxes | $1,552 | $55 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Atchison County
Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $50,000 | 217 (9.9%) | 163 (8.6%) |
$50,000 to $99,999 | 583 (26.5%) | 632 (33.4%) |
$100,000 to $299,999 | 1,021 (46.3%) | 948 (50.0%) |
$300,000 to $499,999 | 327 (14.8%) | 143 (7.5%) |
$500,000 to $749,999 | 28 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$750,000 to $999,999 | 27 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
$1,000,000 or more | 1 (0.1%) | 9 (0.5%) |
Total | 2,204 (100.0%) | 1,895 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Atchison County
Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $10,000 | 122 (5.5%) | 3 (0.2%) |
$10,000 to $24,999 | 244 (11.1%) | 54 (2.9%) |
$25,000 to $34,999 | 250 (11.3%) | 29 (1.5%) |
$35,000 to $49,999 | 395 (17.9%) | 52 (2.7%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 444 (20.2%) | 200 (10.5%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 163 (7.4%) | 498 (26.3%) |
$100,000 to $149,999 | 430 (19.5%) | 296 (15.6%) |
$150,000 or more | 156 (7.1%) | 584 (30.8%) |
Total | 2,204 (100.0%) | 1,895 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Atchison County
Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than 2.0x | 947 (43.0%) | 86,735 (4,577.0%) |
2.0x to 2.9x | 415 (18.8%) | 1,380 (72.8%) |
3.0x to 3.9x | 212 (9.6%) | 340 (17.9%) |
4.0x or more | 586 (26.6%) | 40 (2.1%) |
Total | 2,204 (100.0%) | 1,895 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Atchison County
Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
Less than $800 | 277 (12.6%) | 9 (0.5%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 790 (35.8%) | 168 (8.9%) |
$800 to $1,499 | 1,123 (50.9%) | 480 (25.3%) |
Total | 2,204 (100.0%) | 1,895 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Atchison County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atchison County
Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under 6 Years | 1,087 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
6 to 18 Years | 2,803 (92.4%) | 230 (7.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 2,016 (90.1%) | 222 (9.9%) |
26 to 34 Years | 1,408 (91.0%) | 139 (9.0%) |
35 to 44 Years | 1,302 (76.9%) | 392 (23.1%) |
45 to 54 Years | 1,452 (86.9%) | 219 (13.1%) |
55 to 64 Years | 2,073 (94.2%) | 128 (5.8%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,504 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
75 Years and older | 1,193 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Total | 14,838 (91.8%) | 1,330 (8.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Atchison County
Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Native Born | 1,087 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,803 (92.4%) | 230 (7.6%) |
Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,016 (90.1%) | 222 (9.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Atchison County
Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
Under $25,000 | 1,739 (87.8%) | 241 (12.2%) |
$25,000 to $49,999 | 2,279 (85.7%) | 379 (14.3%) |
$50,000 to $74,999 | 2,669 (94.8%) | 148 (5.2%) |
$75,000 to $99,999 | 2,319 (94.3%) | 141 (5.7%) |
$100,000 and over | 4,301 (92.7%) | 338 (7.3%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atchison County
Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
Under 6 | 320 (29.4%) | 977 (89.9%) |
6 to 18 Years | 923 (30.4%) | 1,989 (65.6%) |
19 to 25 Years | 216 (9.7%) | 1,868 (83.5%) |
25 to 34 Years | 349 (22.6%) | 1,198 (77.4%) |
35 to 44 Years | 147 (8.7%) | 1,175 (69.4%) |
45 to 54 Years | 303 (18.1%) | 1,195 (71.5%) |
55 to 64 Years | 494 (22.4%) | 1,706 (77.5%) |
65 to 74 Years | 1,491 (99.1%) | 1,008 (67.0%) |
75 Years and over | 1,193 (100.0%) | 929 (77.9%) |
Total | 5,436 (33.6%) | 12,045 (74.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Atchison County
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 171 (11.3%) | 13 (1.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 135 (6.9%) | 144 (6.2%) |
35 to 64 Years | 471 (17.1%) | 394 (14.0%) |
65 to 74 Years | 200 (27.3%) | 192 (24.9%) |
75 Years and over | 204 (41.2%) | 365 (52.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Atchison County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 23 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 8 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 90 (3.3%) | 39 (1.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 154 (21.0%) | 110 (14.3%) |
75 Years and over | 140 (28.3%) | 215 (30.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 13 (1.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 10 (0.5%) | 35 (1.5%) |
35 to 64 Years | 21 (0.8%) | 53 (1.9%) |
65 to 74 Years | 14 (1.9%) | 52 (6.8%) |
75 Years and over | 56 (11.3%) | 33 (4.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 171 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 127 (6.5%) | 109 (4.7%) |
35 to 64 Years | 265 (9.6%) | 156 (5.6%) |
65 to 74 Years | 22 (3.0%) | 53 (6.9%) |
75 Years and over | 66 (13.3%) | 64 (9.2%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 190 (6.9%) | 236 (8.4%) |
65 to 74 Years | 89 (12.1%) | 101 (13.1%) |
75 Years and over | 91 (18.4%) | 178 (25.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
Age Bracket | Male | Female |
5 to 17 Years | 32 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
35 to 64 Years | 43 (1.6%) | 64 (2.3%) |
65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.4%) | 25 (3.3%) |
75 Years and over | 21 (4.2%) | 106 (15.2%) |
Technology Access in Atchison County
Computing Device Access in Atchison County
Device Type | # Households | % Households |
Desktop or Laptop | 4,099 | 70.2% |
Smartphone | 4,878 | 83.5% |
Tablet | 3,117 | 53.4% |
No Computing Device | 584 | 10.0% |
Total | 5,840 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Atchison County
Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
Dial-Up Internet | 3 | 0.1% |
Broadband Home | 3,270 | 56.0% |
Cellular Data Only | 918 | 15.7% |
Satellite Internet | 900 | 15.4% |
No Internet | 1,062 | 18.2% |
Total | 5,840 | 100.0% |
Atchison County Summary
Atchison County, Kansas is located in the northeastern corner of the state, bordered by Missouri to the east and Nebraska to the north. The county seat is Atchison, and the county is part of the St. Joseph, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Atchison County was 16,924.
History
Atchison County was established in 1855 and named after David Rice Atchison, a Missouri senator and president pro tempore of the United States Senate. The county was originally part of the Shawnee Indian Reservation, and the first settlers arrived in the area in 1854. The county was organized in 1855, and the first county seat was established in Atchison.
Geography
Atchison County is located in the northeastern corner of Kansas, bordered by Missouri to the east and Nebraska to the north. The county covers an area of 576 square miles, with the majority of the land being used for agricultural purposes. The county is located in the Missouri River Valley, and the Missouri River forms the eastern border of the county. The county is also home to several small lakes, including Lake Atchison, which is located in the northern part of the county.
The county is divided into two distinct regions: the Missouri River Valley and the uplands. The Missouri River Valley is characterized by rolling hills and fertile soil, while the uplands are characterized by steep hills and rocky terrain. The highest point in the county is located in the uplands, at an elevation of 1,092 feet.
Economy
Atchison County is primarily an agricultural county, with the majority of the land being used for farming and ranching. The county is home to several large farms, including the Atchison County Farm Bureau, which is the largest farm in the county. The county is also home to several small businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and service industries.
The county is home to several large employers, including the Atchison County Hospital, Atchison County Public Schools, and the Atchison County Sheriff's Office. The county is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Atchison County was 16,924. The population is spread out across the county, with the majority of the population living in the county seat of Atchison. The racial makeup of the county is 90.3% White, 4.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 3.2% from other races. The median household income in the county is $45,945, and the median family income is $54,945.
Atchison County is home to several small towns, including Atchison, Effingham, Lancaster, and Muscotah. The county is also home to several small unincorporated communities, including Huron, Leavenworth, and White Cloud. The county is served by several school districts, including Atchison County Public Schools, Effingham Unified School District, and Lancaster Unified School District.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Atchison County?
Total Population of Atchison County is 16,309.
What is the Total Male Population of Atchison County?
Total Male Population of Atchison County is 7,909.
What is the Total Female Population of Atchison County?
Total Female Population of Atchison County is 8,400.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Atchison County?
There are 94.15 Males per 100 Females in Atchison County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Atchison County?
There are 106.21 Females per 100 Males in Atchison County.
What is the Median Population Age in Atchison County?
Median Population Age in Atchison County is 36.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Atchison County
Average Family Size in Atchison County is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Atchison County
Average Household Size in Atchison County is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Atchison County?
Per Capita income in Atchison County is $27,644.
What is the Median Family Income in Atchison County?
Median Family Income in Atchison County is $70,687.
What is the Median Household income in Atchison County?
Median Household Income in Atchison County is $55,281.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Atchison County?
Income or Wage Gap in Atchison County is 52.2%.
Women in Atchison County earn 47.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Atchison County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Atchison County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Atchison County?
There are 8,188 People in the Labor Forcein in Atchison County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Atchison County?
63.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Atchison County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Atchison County?
Unemployment Rate in Atchison County is 4.5%.