Atmore, AL

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Atmore Overview

8,465
TOTAL POPULATION
5,228
MALE POPULATION
3,237
FEMALE POPULATION
161.51
MALES / 100 FEMALES
61.92
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.3
MEDIAN AGE
4.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$15,060
PER CAPITA INCOME
$48,542
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$30,472
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,341
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
31.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Atmore Zip Codes

Atmore Area Codes

Race in Atmore

The most populous races in Atmore are Black / African American (4,660 | 55.0%), White / Caucasian (3,484 | 41.2%), and Two or more Races (162 | 1.9%).
Race in Atmore
Race# Population% Population
Asian250.3%
Black / African American4,66055.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1601.9%
Native / Alaskan580.7%
White / Caucasian3,48441.2%
Two or more Races1621.9%
Some other Race760.9%
Total8,465100.0%

Ancestry in Atmore

The most populous ancestries reported in Atmore are American (604 | 7.1%), German (405 | 4.8%), Irish (367 | 4.3%), Dutch (263 | 3.1%), and English (257 | 3.0%), together accounting for 22.4% of all Atmore residents.
Ancestry in Atmore
Ancestry# Population% Population
American6047.1%
British West Indian510.6%
Central American340.4%
Cherokee210.3%
Colombian100.1%
Creek580.7%
Danish60.1%
Dutch2633.1%
English2573.0%
European80.1%
French300.4%
German4054.8%
Honduran50.1%
Irish3674.3%
Italian1702.0%
Jamaican100.1%
Korean300.4%
Mexican590.7%
Nigerian460.5%
Panamanian290.3%
Polish90.1%
Puerto Rican570.7%
Russian50.1%
Scandinavian260.3%
Scotch-Irish420.5%
Scottish610.7%
Sioux100.1%
South American100.1%
Subsaharan African460.5%
Swiss1491.8%
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Immigrants in Atmore

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Atmore came from Latin America (76 | 0.9%), Caribbean (56 | 0.7%), Grenada (51 | 0.6%), Europe (14 | 0.2%), and Central America (10 | 0.1%), together accounting for 2.5% of all Atmore residents.
Immigrants in Atmore
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada40.1%
Caribbean560.7%
Central America100.1%
Colombia100.1%
Europe140.2%
Germany70.1%
Grenada510.6%
Jamaica50.1%
Latin America760.9%
Mexico100.1%
Northern Europe70.1%
South America100.1%
Western Europe70.1%
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Sex and Age in Atmore

Sex and Age in Atmore

The most populous age groups in Atmore are 40 to 44 Years (743 | 14.2%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (376 | 11.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Atmore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years475 (9.1%)26 (0.8%)
5 to 9 Years219 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Years95 (1.8%)222 (6.9%)
15 to 19 Years186 (3.6%)376 (11.6%)
20 to 24 Years241 (4.6%)151 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years540 (10.3%)336 (10.4%)
30 to 34 Years380 (7.3%)95 (2.9%)
35 to 39 Years271 (5.2%)160 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years743 (14.2%)161 (5.0%)
45 to 49 Years358 (6.9%)238 (7.3%)
50 to 54 Years457 (8.7%)176 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years187 (3.6%)201 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years395 (7.6%)246 (7.6%)
65 to 69 Years272 (5.2%)116 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years110 (2.1%)184 (5.7%)
75 to 79 Years201 (3.8%)231 (7.1%)
80 to 84 Years36 (0.7%)213 (6.6%)
85 Years and over62 (1.2%)105 (3.2%)
Total5,228 (100.0%)3,237 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Atmore

Median Family Size in Atmore

The median family size in Atmore is 4.10 persons per family, with single female/mother families (428 | 38.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.13 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (614 | 55.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.43 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Atmore
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple614 (55.4%)3.43
Single Male/Father66 (6.0%)3.59
Single Female/Mother428 (38.6%)5.13
Total Families1,108 (100.0%)4.10

Median Household Size in Atmore

The median household size in Atmore is 2.31 persons per household, with single female/mother households (428 | 15.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.23 persons per household. non-family households (1,617 | 59.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Atmore
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple614 (22.5%)3.43
Single Male/Father66 (2.4%)3.70
Single Female/Mother428 (15.7%)5.23
Non-family1,617 (59.3%)1.05
Total Households2,725 (100.0%)2.31

Household Size by Marriage Status in Atmore

Out of a total of 2,725 households in Atmore, 1,108 (40.7%) are family households, while 1,617 (59.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 483, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,561.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Atmore
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,561 (57.3%)
2-Person Households483 (17.7%)56 (2.1%)
3-Person Households291 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households208 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households77 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households24 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households25 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,108 (40.7%)1,617 (59.3%)

Female Fertility in Atmore

Fertility by Age in Atmore

Average fertility rate in Atmore is 18.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Atmore
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years27 (100.0%)46.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total27 (100.0%)18.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Atmore

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Atmore
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Atmore

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Atmore
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma10 (37.0%)20.0
College or Associate's Degree17 (63.0%)39.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total27 (100.0%)18.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Atmore

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Atmore
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)

Income in Atmore

Income Overview in Atmore

Per Capita Income in Atmore is $15,060, while median incomes of families and households are $48,542 and $30,472 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,465$15,060
Median Family Income1,108$48,542
Mean Family Income1,108$59,680
Median Household Income2,725$30,472
Mean Household Income2,725$40,409
Income Deficit1,108$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,46530.28%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,46569.72¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,4650.50

Earnings by Sex in Atmore

Average Earnings in Atmore are $30,662, $33,698 for men and $23,494 for women, a difference of 30.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Atmore
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,442 (56.3%)$33,698
Female1,119 (43.7%)$23,494
Total2,561 (100.0%)$30,662

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Atmore

The most common earnings brackets in Atmore are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (173 | 12.0%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (225 | 20.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Atmore
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less48 (3.3%)53 (4.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99940 (2.8%)18 (1.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49962 (4.3%)225 (20.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99957 (4.0%)87 (7.8%)
$10,000 to $12,499141 (9.8%)33 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)33 (2.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49981 (5.6%)37 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99910 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49942 (2.9%)56 (5.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99977 (5.3%)44 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99982 (5.7%)19 (1.7%)
$30,000 to $34,999106 (7.3%)195 (17.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999159 (11.0%)96 (8.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999173 (12.0%)89 (8.0%)
$45,000 to $49,99971 (4.9%)43 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99983 (5.8%)16 (1.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99940 (2.8%)15 (1.3%)
$65,000 to $74,99948 (3.3%)24 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999104 (7.2%)4 (0.4%)
$100,000+18 (1.3%)32 (2.9%)
Total1,442 (100.0%)1,119 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Atmore

Average earnings in Atmore are $34,839 for men and $31,277 for women, a difference of 10.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $42,279, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,789. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $34,783, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $22,000.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Atmore
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,388$0
High School Diploma$31,789$22,000
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$42,279$34,783
Graduate Degree--
Total$34,839$31,277

Family Income in Atmore

Family Income Brackets in Atmore

According to the Atmore family income data, there are 202 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.2% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 8 families (0.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Atmore
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000595.3%
$10,000 to $14,999857.7%
$15,000 to $24,99916815.2%
$25,000 to $34,999827.4%
$35,000 to $49,99916715.1%
$50,000 to $74,99920218.2%
$75,000 to $99,99913011.7%
$100,000 to $149,99915113.6%
$150,000 to $199,999575.1%
$200,000+80.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Atmore

3-person families (262 | 23.6%) account for the highest median family income in Atmore with $57,000 per family, while 2-person families (512 | 46.2%) have the highest median income of $20,766 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Atmore
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families512 (46.2%)$41,532
3-Person Families262 (23.6%)$57,000
4-Person Families215 (19.4%)$0
5-Person Families70 (6.3%)$0
6-Person Families24 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families25 (2.3%)$0
Total1,108 (100.0%)$48,542

Family Income by Number of Earners in Atmore

Family Income by Number of Earners in Atmore
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners284 (25.6%)$20,486
1 Earner363 (32.8%)$41,492
2 Earners375 (33.8%)$80,282
3+ Earners86 (7.8%)$0
Total1,108 (100.0%)$48,542

Household Income in Atmore

Household Income Brackets in Atmore

With 441 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Atmore, accounting for 16.2% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.3%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Atmore
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00042215.5%
$10,000 to $14,99938714.2%
$15,000 to $24,99944116.2%
$25,000 to $34,99931111.4%
$35,000 to $49,99937913.9%
$50,000 to $74,99935713.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991746.4%
$100,000 to $149,9991666.1%
$150,000 to $199,999792.9%
$200,000+80.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Atmore

The median household income in Atmore is $30,472, with the highest median household income of $33,761 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,082 households (39.7%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 169 households (6.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Atmore
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years169 (6.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years501 (18.4%)$32,639
45 to 64 Years973 (35.7%)$18,406
65+ Years1,082 (39.7%)$33,761
Total2,725 (100.0%)$30,472

Poverty in Atmore

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Atmore

With 37.6% poverty level for males and 38.9% for females among the residents of Atmore, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 86 males (94.5%) and 33 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Atmore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years357 (75.2%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years164 (73.5%)33 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years86 (94.5%)63 (33.3%)
15 Years36 (59.0%)6 (20.7%)
16 and 17 Years6 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years89 (45.0%)138 (43.5%)
25 to 34 Years52 (14.3%)205 (47.6%)
35 to 44 Years123 (30.2%)171 (53.4%)
45 to 54 Years94 (29.8%)183 (44.2%)
55 to 64 Years116 (31.5%)214 (50.8%)
65 to 74 Years46 (14.3%)52 (17.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)172 (32.7%)
Total1,169 (37.6%)1,237 (38.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Atmore

According to the poverty statistics in Atmore, males aged 75 years and over and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Atmore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years118 (24.8%)26 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years59 (26.5%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years5 (5.5%)126 (66.7%)
15 Years25 (41.0%)23 (79.3%)
16 and 17 Years76 (92.7%)180 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years109 (55.0%)179 (56.5%)
25 to 34 Years311 (85.7%)226 (52.4%)
35 to 44 Years284 (69.8%)149 (46.6%)
45 to 54 Years221 (70.2%)231 (55.8%)
55 to 64 Years252 (68.5%)207 (49.2%)
65 to 74 Years275 (85.7%)244 (82.4%)
75 Years and over209 (100.0%)354 (67.3%)
Total1,944 (62.5%)1,945 (61.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Atmore

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Atmore
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children355 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children249 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total614 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Atmore

According to the poverty data in Atmore, 69.7% or 46 single-father households and 59.1% or 253 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 households (83.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Atmore
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children46 (83.6%)42 (26.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)190 (76.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (69.7%)253 (59.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Atmore

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Atmore
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)88 (40.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)190 (73.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)299 (60.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Atmore

Employment by Class of Employer in Atmore

Among the 2,150 employed individuals in Atmore, private company employees (1,595 | 74.2%), not-for-profit organizations (231 | 10.7%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (153 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Atmore
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,59574.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)70.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1537.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations23110.7%
Local Government Employees331.5%
State Government Employees964.5%
Federal Government Employees150.7%
Unpaid Family Workers200.9%
Total2,150100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Atmore

According to the labor force statistics for Atmore, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,337), 31.9% or 2,341 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.3% or 194 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 61.2% or 240 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.2% or 94 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Atmore
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years187 (39.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years240 (61.2%)94 (39.2%)
25 to 29 Years450 (51.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years140 (29.5%)22 (15.7%)
35 to 44 Years486 (36.4%)78 (16.0%)
45 to 54 Years401 (32.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years132 (34.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years115 (17.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years165 (24.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over28 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,341 (31.9%)194 (8.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Atmore

According to labor force statistics for Atmore, 34.9% of individuals (1,725) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,944) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 100 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 60.8% or 192 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.0% or 78 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Atmore
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School313 (24.5%)89 (7.0%)
High School Diploma867 (35.6%)219 (9.0%)
College / Associate Degree353 (38.5%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher192 (60.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,725 (34.9%)287 (5.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Atmore

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Atmore are Management (160 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (150 | 7.0%), Community & Social Service (96 | 4.5%), Business & Financial (87 | 4.1%), and Health Technologists (75 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Atmore

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Atmore, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Management (78.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Atmore
OccupationMaleFemale
Management125 (78.1%)35 (21.9%)
Business & Financial31 (35.6%)56 (64.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science44 (77.2%)13 (22.8%)
Computers & Mathematics19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 37 (38.5%)59 (61.5%)
Education, Arts & Media13 (56.5%)10 (43.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library24 (36.4%)42 (63.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating13 (8.7%)137 (91.3%)
Health Technologists13 (17.3%)62 (82.7%)
Total (Category)250 (45.5%)300 (54.5%)
Total (Overall)1,104 (51.3%)1,046 (48.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Atmore are Food Preparation & Serving (258 | 12.0%), Personal Care & Service (150 | 7.0%), Healthcare Support (70 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (68 | 3.2%), and Security & Protection (59 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Atmore

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Atmore, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (47.7%), Security & Protection (44.1%), and Law Enforcement (44.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (93.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (86.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Atmore
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
Security & Protection26 (44.1%)33 (55.9%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement26 (44.1%)33 (55.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving123 (47.7%)135 (52.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance9 (13.2%)59 (86.8%)
Personal Care & Service10 (6.7%)140 (93.3%)
Total (Category)168 (27.8%)437 (72.2%)
Total (Overall)1,104 (51.3%)1,046 (48.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Atmore are Office & Administration (154 | 7.2%), and Sales & Related (147 | 6.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Atmore

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Atmore
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related58 (39.5%)89 (60.5%)
Office & Administration10 (6.5%)144 (93.5%)
Total (Category)68 (22.6%)233 (77.4%)
Total (Overall)1,104 (51.3%)1,046 (48.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Atmore are Construction & Extraction (99 | 4.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (26 | 1.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Atmore

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Atmore
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,104 (51.3%)1,046 (48.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Atmore are Production (343 | 16.0%), Material Moving (170 | 7.9%), and Transportation (56 | 2.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Atmore

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Atmore
OccupationMaleFemale
Production285 (83.1%)58 (16.9%)
Transportation56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving152 (89.4%)18 (10.6%)
Total (Category)493 (86.6%)76 (13.4%)
Total (Overall)1,104 (51.3%)1,046 (48.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Atmore

Employment Industries in Atmore

The major employment industries in Atmore include Manufacturing (438 | 20.4%), Retail Trade (395 | 18.4%), Health Care & Social Assistance (254 | 11.8%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (195 | 9.1%), and Accommodation & Food Services (155 | 7.2%).
Employment Industries in Atmore

Employment Industries by Sex in Atmore

The Atmore industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Atmore
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction133 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing394 (89.9%)44 (10.1%)
Wholesale Trade46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade118 (29.9%)277 (70.1%)
Transportation & Warehousing16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information20 (74.1%)7 (25.9%)
Finance & Insurance31 (50.8%)30 (49.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services38 (37.6%)63 (62.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)254 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation27 (13.9%)168 (86.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services123 (79.3%)32 (20.6%)
Public Administration26 (44.1%)33 (55.9%)
Total1,104 (51.3%)1,046 (48.6%)

Education in Atmore

School Enrollment in Atmore

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,294 students in Atmore are high school (471 | 36.4%), college / undergraduate (276 | 21.3%), and middle school (212 | 16.4%).
School Enrollment in Atmore
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool362.8%
Kindergarten241.8%
Elementary School20415.8%
Middle School21216.4%
High School47136.4%
College / Undergraduate27621.3%
Graduate / Professional715.5%
Total1,294100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Atmore

Out of a total of 1,294 students who are enrolled in schools in Atmore, 149 (11.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,145 (88.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 83 (25.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 36 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Atmore
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old219 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds262 (82.7%)55 (17.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds240 (74.3%)83 (25.7%)
18 to 19 Year Olds118 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds79 (87.8%)11 (12.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,145 (88.5%)149 (11.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Atmore

Business (128 | 24.7%), science & technology (106 | 20.5%), education (94 | 18.1%), liberal arts & history (67 | 12.9%), and bio, nature & agricultural (33 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 518 individuals in Atmore who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Atmore
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural336.4%
Physical & Health Sciences254.8%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering91.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies132.5%
Science & Technology10620.5%
Business12824.7%
Education9418.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History6712.9%
Visual & Performing Arts132.5%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities305.8%
Total518100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Atmore

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Atmore

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Atmore are males with 2 vehicles (390, accounting for 35.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (396, making up 37.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Atmore
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)174 (16.6%)
1 Vehicle380 (34.4%)216 (20.6%)
2 Vehicles390 (35.3%)396 (37.9%)
3 Vehicles212 (19.2%)161 (15.4%)
4 Vehicles45 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles77 (7.0%)99 (9.5%)
Total1,104 (100.0%)1,046 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Atmore

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Atmore are 10 to 14 minutes (606 commuters, 28.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (340 commuters, 15.9%), and 15 to 19 minutes (304 commuters, 14.2%).
Commute Time in Atmore
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes964.5%
5 to 9 Minutes23110.8%
10 to 14 Minutes60628.3%
15 to 19 Minutes30414.2%
20 to 24 Minutes34015.9%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes1587.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes994.6%
45 to 59 Minutes914.3%
60 to 89 Minutes1868.7%
90 or more Minutes291.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Atmore

The most common commute times in Atmore are 10 to 14 minutes (389 commuters, 35.6%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (274 commuters, 26.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Atmore
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes14 (1.3%)82 (7.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes109 (10.0%)122 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes389 (35.6%)217 (20.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes229 (20.9%)75 (7.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes66 (6.0%)274 (26.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes107 (9.8%)51 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes78 (7.1%)21 (2.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)91 (8.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes73 (6.7%)113 (10.8%)
90 or more Minutes29 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Atmore

The most frequent times of departure to work in Atmore are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (221, 20.2%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (257, 24.6%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Atmore
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM71 (6.5%)44 (4.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM40 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)87 (8.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM114 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM221 (20.2%)76 (7.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM176 (16.1%)159 (15.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM137 (12.5%)226 (21.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM94 (8.6%)257 (24.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM27 (2.5%)24 (2.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM86 (7.9%)62 (5.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)17 (1.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM5 (0.5%)7 (0.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM33 (3.0%)9 (0.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM90 (8.2%)78 (7.5%)
Total1,094 (100.0%)1,046 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Atmore

Occupancy by Ownership in Atmore

Of the total 2,725 dwellings in Atmore, owner-occupied units account for 1,470 (53.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,255 (46.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Atmore
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,47053.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,25546.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,725100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Atmore

Occupancy by Household Size in Atmore
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,56157.3%
2-Person Household53919.8%
3-Person Household29110.7%
4+ Person Household33412.3%
Total Housing Units2,725100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Atmore

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Atmore
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household717 (45.9%)844 (54.1%)
2-Person Household461 (85.5%)78 (14.5%)
3-Person Household152 (52.2%)139 (47.8%)
4+ Person Household140 (41.9%)194 (58.1%)
Total Housing Units1,470 (53.9%)1,255 (46.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Atmore

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Atmore
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School317 (62.4%)191 (37.6%)
High School Diploma575 (43.7%)740 (56.3%)
College/Associate Degree371 (58.9%)259 (41.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher207 (76.1%)65 (23.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Atmore

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Atmore
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years41715.3%
35 to 44 Years2539.3%
45 to 54 Years40815.0%
55 to 64 Years56520.7%
65 to 74 Years49818.3%
75 to 84 Years49118.0%
85 Years and Over933.4%
Total2,725100.0%

Housing Finances in Atmore

Median Income by Occupancy in Atmore

Median Income by Occupancy in Atmore
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,470 (53.9%)$43,173
Renter-Occupied1,255 (46.1%)$16,016
Average2,725 (100.0%)$30,472

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Atmore

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Atmore
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000112 (7.6%)212 (16.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99967 (4.6%)32 (2.5%)
$10,000 to $14,99937 (2.5%)351 (28.0%)
$15,000 to $19,999188 (12.8%)92 (7.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99955 (3.7%)106 (8.5%)
$25,000 to $34,999175 (11.9%)135 (10.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999190 (12.9%)188 (15.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999285 (19.4%)73 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999133 (9.0%)42 (3.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999159 (10.8%)6 (0.5%)
$150,000 or more69 (4.7%)18 (1.4%)
Total1,470 (100.0%)1,255 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Atmore

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Atmore
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300213 (14.5%)186 (14.8%)
$300 to $499360 (24.5%)106 (8.5%)
$500 to $799321 (21.8%)421 (33.6%)
$800 to $999224 (15.2%)134 (10.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499281 (19.1%)74 (5.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99945 (3.1%)51 (4.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49912 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more14 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,470 (100.0%)1,255 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Atmore

Housing Structures in Atmore

Housing Structures in Atmore
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,01774.0%
Single Unit, Attached361.3%
2 Unit Apartments281.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1917.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2097.7%
10 or more Apartments622.3%
Mobile Home / Other1826.7%
Total2,725100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Atmore

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Atmore
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,431 (71.0%)586 (29.0%)
Single Unit, Attached26 (72.2%)10 (27.8%)
2 Unit Apartments13 (46.4%)15 (53.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)191 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)209 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)62 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)182 (100.0%)
Total1,470 (53.9%)1,255 (46.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Atmore

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Atmore
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)22 (1.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms11 (0.7%)223 (17.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms435 (29.6%)807 (64.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms530 (36.0%)157 (12.5%)
8 or more Rooms494 (33.6%)46 (3.7%)
Total1,470 (100.0%)1,255 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Atmore

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Atmore
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas126 (8.6%)133 (10.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas19 (1.3%)25 (2.0%)
Electricity1,325 (90.1%)1,072 (85.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)8 (0.6%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)17 (1.3%)
Total1,470 (100.0%)1,255 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Atmore

Household Vehicle Usage in Atmore
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle99 (6.7%)187 (14.9%)
1 Vehicle526 (35.8%)872 (69.5%)
2 Vehicles565 (38.4%)196 (15.6%)
3 or more Vehicles280 (19.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,470 (100.0%)1,255 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Atmore

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Atmore

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units752718
Median Property Value$105,200$158,900
Median Household Income$34,063$49
Monthly Housing Costs$408$14
Real Estate Taxes$394$170

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Atmore

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Atmore
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00057 (7.6%)7 (1.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999290 (38.6%)216 (30.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999381 (50.7%)467 (65.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99924 (3.2%)28 (3.9%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total752 (100.0%)718 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Atmore

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Atmore
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000126 (16.8%)10 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $24,999124 (16.5%)53 (7.4%)
$25,000 to $34,999165 (21.9%)156 (21.7%)
$35,000 to $49,999151 (20.1%)10 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99960 (8.0%)39 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99969 (9.2%)225 (31.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99937 (4.9%)64 (8.9%)
$150,000 or more20 (2.7%)122 (17.0%)
Total752 (100.0%)718 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Atmore

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Atmore
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x127 (16.9%)56,345 (7,847.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x203 (27.0%)198 (27.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x106 (14.1%)154 (21.4%)
4.0x or more274 (36.4%)163 (22.7%)
Total752 (100.0%)718 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Atmore

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Atmore
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800391 (52.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49943 (5.7%)403 (56.1%)
$800 to $1,4998 (1.1%)115 (16.0%)
Total752 (100.0%)718 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Atmore

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atmore

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atmore
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years437 (87.2%)64 (12.8%)
6 to 18 Years793 (82.0%)174 (18.0%)
19 to 25 Years480 (71.2%)194 (28.8%)
26 to 34 Years322 (57.9%)234 (42.1%)
35 to 44 Years577 (79.4%)150 (20.6%)
45 to 54 Years565 (77.5%)164 (22.5%)
55 to 64 Years669 (84.8%)120 (15.2%)
65 to 74 Years617 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older735 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,195 (82.5%)1,100 (17.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Atmore

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Atmore
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born437 (87.2%)64 (12.8%)
Foreign Born, Citizen793 (82.0%)174 (18.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen480 (71.2%)194 (28.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Atmore

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Atmore
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,991 (80.7%)476 (19.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,272 (84.2%)239 (15.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999724 (83.2%)146 (16.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999450 (93.8%)30 (6.2%)
$100,000 and over749 (78.4%)206 (21.6%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atmore

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atmore
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6343 (68.5%)94 (18.8%)
6 to 18 Years559 (57.8%)312 (32.3%)
19 to 25 Years79 (11.7%)401 (59.5%)
25 to 34 Years155 (27.9%)167 (30.0%)
35 to 44 Years302 (41.5%)280 (38.5%)
45 to 54 Years234 (32.1%)353 (48.4%)
55 to 64 Years384 (48.7%)296 (37.5%)
65 to 74 Years533 (86.4%)332 (53.8%)
75 Years and over715 (97.3%)433 (58.9%)
Total3,304 (52.5%)2,668 (42.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Atmore

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Atmore
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)52 (12.1%)
18 to 34 Years55 (9.8%)33 (4.4%)
35 to 64 Years357 (32.8%)295 (25.5%)
65 to 74 Years49 (15.3%)126 (42.6%)
75 Years and over71 (34.0%)331 (62.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Atmore

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Atmore: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years59 (5.4%)60 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years30 (9.3%)10 (3.4%)
75 Years and over35 (16.8%)162 (30.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Atmore: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years89 (8.2%)21 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)2 (0.7%)
75 Years and over30 (14.3%)81 (15.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Atmore: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)52 (12.1%)
18 to 34 Years55 (9.8%)22 (2.9%)
35 to 64 Years182 (16.7%)88 (7.6%)
65 to 74 Years17 (5.3%)30 (10.1%)
75 Years and over46 (22.0%)48 (9.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Atmore: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years57 (5.2%)170 (14.7%)
65 to 74 Years19 (5.9%)89 (30.1%)
75 Years and over40 (19.1%)221 (42.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Atmore: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years38 (3.5%)17 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)22 (7.4%)
75 Years and over15 (7.2%)16 (3.0%)

Technology Access in Atmore

Computing Device Access in Atmore

Computing Device Access in Atmore
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,12641.3%
Smartphone1,86768.5%
Tablet77228.3%
No Computing Device71426.2%
Total2,725100.0%

Internet Access in Atmore

Internet Access in Atmore
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.3%
Broadband Home92233.8%
Cellular Data Only68125.0%
Satellite Internet1234.5%
No Internet97835.9%
Total2,725100.0%

Atmore Summary

Atmore is a city located in Escambia County, Alabama, United States. It is the county seat of Escambia County and is located in the southeastern corner of the state. The population was 10,194 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Pensacola–Ferry Pass–Brent Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Atmore was founded in 1866 by William H. Atmore, a wealthy businessman from Mobile, Alabama. He purchased the land from the Creek Indians and named the town after himself. The town was incorporated in 1887.
Atmore was a major railroad hub in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Louisville and Nashville Railroad ran through the town, connecting it to Mobile and Pensacola. The town was also the site of a major cotton mill, which was destroyed by fire in the early 1900s.
Atmore was the site of a major battle during the Civil War. On April 8, 1865, Confederate forces under General Nathan Bedford Forrest attacked a Union garrison at the town. The Union forces were forced to retreat, and the Confederate forces occupied the town for the remainder of the war.

Geography

Atmore is located at 31°1′17″N 87°30′17″W (31.0213, -87.5047). According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.2 square miles (29.0 km2), of which 11.1 square miles (28.7 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km2) (0.72%) is water.

Economy

Atmore is a major center for the paper and pulp industry. The city is home to the International Paper Company, which produces paper products for the automotive, construction, and packaging industries. The city is also home to the Atmore Industrial Park, which is home to several manufacturing and distribution companies.
Atmore is also home to several retail stores, including Walmart, Lowe's, and Home Depot. The city is also home to several restaurants, including McDonald's, Burger King, and Sonic.

Demographics

As of the census of 2010, there were 10,194 people, 3,945 households, and 2,619 families residing in the city. The population density was 917.2 people per square mile (354.2/km2). There were 4,521 housing units at an average density of 406.3 per square mile (156.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 57.2% White, 37.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 3,945 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.2% were married couples living together, 20.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.05.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 24.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,813, and the median income for a family was $35,938. Males had a median income of $30,917 versus $20,972 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,845. About 17.2% of families and 20.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.2% of those under age 18 and 16.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Atmore?
Total Population of Atmore is 8,465.
What is the Total Male Population of Atmore?
Total Male Population of Atmore is 5,228.
What is the Total Female Population of Atmore?
Total Female Population of Atmore is 3,237.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Atmore?
There are 161.51 Males per 100 Females in Atmore.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Atmore?
There are 61.92 Females per 100 Males in Atmore.
What is the Median Population Age in Atmore?
Median Population Age in Atmore is 43.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Atmore
Average Family Size in Atmore is 4.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Atmore
Average Household Size in Atmore is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Atmore?
Per Capita income in Atmore is $15,060.
What is the Median Family Income in Atmore?
Median Family Income in Atmore is $48,542.
What is the Median Household income in Atmore?
Median Household Income in Atmore is $30,472.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Atmore?
Income or Wage Gap in Atmore is 30.3%.
Women in Atmore earn 69.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Atmore?
Inequality or Gini Index in Atmore is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Atmore?
There are 2,341 People in the Labor Forcein in Atmore.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Atmore?
31.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Atmore.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Atmore?
Unemployment Rate in Atmore is 8.3%.