Atchison, KS

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Atchison Overview

10,834
TOTAL POPULATION
4,921
MALE POPULATION
5,913
FEMALE POPULATION
83.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
29.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$23,336
PER CAPITA INCOME
$59,970
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$50,344
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
44.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
5,224
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Atchison Zip Codes

Atchison Area Codes

Race in Atchison

The most populous races in Atchison are White / Caucasian (9,068 | 83.7%), Two or more Races (868 | 8.0%), and Black / African American (593 | 5.5%).
Race in Atchison
Race# Population% Population
Asian740.7%
Black / African American5935.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino4804.4%
Native / Alaskan100.1%
White / Caucasian9,06883.7%
Two or more Races8688.0%
Some other Race2212.0%
Total10,834100.0%

Ancestry in Atchison

The most populous ancestries reported in Atchison are German (2,887 | 26.7%), Irish (2,048 | 18.9%), English (1,034 | 9.5%), Italian (525 | 4.9%), and American (481 | 4.4%), together accounting for 64.4% of all Atchison residents.
Ancestry in Atchison
Ancestry# Population% Population
African620.6%
American4814.4%
Arab210.2%
Austrian270.3%
Belgian480.4%
Bhutanese220.2%
Blackfeet40.0%
Brazilian20.0%
British270.3%
Central American1421.3%
Cherokee120.1%
Czech750.7%
Czechoslovakian70.1%
Danish910.8%
Dutch1791.7%
Eastern European250.2%
English1,0349.5%
Ethiopian50.1%
European1061.0%
Finnish200.2%
French1661.5%
German2,88726.7%
German Russian10.0%
Greek360.3%
Guamanian / Chamorro210.2%
Indian (Asian)370.3%
Irish2,04818.9%
Italian5254.9%
Korean1481.4%
Lebanese210.2%
Luxembourger200.2%
Mexican3333.1%
Mexican American Indian530.5%
Native Hawaiian20.0%
Northern European170.2%
Norwegian600.5%
Pakistani130.1%
Panamanian250.2%
Polish1401.3%
Russian100.1%
Salvadoran1171.1%
Scandinavian1121.0%
Scotch-Irish520.5%
Scottish2632.4%
Sioux130.1%
Spaniard50.1%
Sri Lankan60.1%
Subsaharan African670.6%
Swedish1591.5%
Swiss530.5%
Thai140.1%
Ukrainian80.1%
Welsh830.8%
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Immigrants in Atchison

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Atchison came from Asia (139 | 1.3%), South Eastern Asia (110 | 1.0%), Latin America (98 | 0.9%), Philippines (97 | 0.9%), and Central America (88 | 0.8%), together accounting for 4.9% of all Atchison residents.
Immigrants in Atchison
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia1391.3%
Bahamas80.1%
Brazil20.0%
Caribbean80.1%
Central America880.8%
China290.3%
Eastern Asia290.3%
El Salvador680.6%
Latin America980.9%
Mexico200.2%
Philippines970.9%
South America20.0%
South Eastern Asia1101.0%
Thailand130.1%
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Sex and Age in Atchison

Sex and Age in Atchison

The most populous age groups in Atchison are 20 to 24 Years (628 | 12.8%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (899 | 15.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Atchison
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years244 (5.0%)339 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years507 (10.3%)281 (4.8%)
10 to 14 Years348 (7.1%)380 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Years526 (10.7%)899 (15.2%)
20 to 24 Years628 (12.8%)652 (11.0%)
25 to 29 Years349 (7.1%)339 (5.7%)
30 to 34 Years239 (4.9%)277 (4.7%)
35 to 39 Years265 (5.4%)431 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Years128 (2.6%)181 (3.1%)
45 to 49 Years296 (6.0%)257 (4.3%)
50 to 54 Years236 (4.8%)233 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years329 (6.7%)320 (5.4%)
60 to 64 Years286 (5.8%)314 (5.3%)
65 to 69 Years218 (4.4%)200 (3.4%)
70 to 74 Years100 (2.0%)282 (4.8%)
75 to 79 Years117 (2.4%)146 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years36 (0.7%)122 (2.1%)
85 Years and over69 (1.4%)260 (4.4%)
Total4,921 (100.0%)5,913 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Atchison

Median Family Size in Atchison

The median family size in Atchison is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,386 | 58.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.2 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (280 | 11.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.83 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Atchison
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,386 (58.5%)3.20
Single Male/Father280 (11.8%)2.83
Single Female/Mother704 (29.7%)2.92
Total Families2,370 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Atchison

The median household size in Atchison is 2.48 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,386 | 37.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.22 persons per household. non-family households (1,296 | 35.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.23 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Atchison
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,386 (37.8%)3.22
Single Male/Father280 (7.6%)3.10
Single Female/Mother704 (19.2%)3.06
Non-family1,296 (35.3%)1.23
Total Households3,666 (100.0%)2.48

Household Size by Marriage Status in Atchison

Out of a total of 3,666 households in Atchison, 2,370 (64.6%) are family households, while 1,296 (35.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,131, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,150.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Atchison
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,150 (31.4%)
2-Person Households1,131 (30.8%)113 (3.1%)
3-Person Households577 (15.7%)4 (0.1%)
4-Person Households356 (9.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households184 (5.0%)29 (0.8%)
6-Person Households51 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households71 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,370 (64.6%)1,296 (35.3%)

Female Fertility in Atchison

Fertility by Age in Atchison

Average fertility rate in Atchison is 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 87.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Atchison
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years10 (9.4%)11.0
20 to 34 years93 (87.7%)73.0
35 to 50 years3 (2.8%)3.0
Total106 (100.0%)34.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Atchison

81.1% of women with births (106) in Atchison 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.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Atchison
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years83 (89.2%)10 (10.7%)
35 to 50 years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total86 (81.1%)20 (18.9%)

Fertility by Education in Atchison

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Atchison
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma20 (18.9%)23.0
College or Associate's Degree54 (50.9%)43.0
Bachelor's Degree29 (27.4%)75.0
Graduate Degree3 (2.8%)13.0
Total106 (100.0%)34.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Atchison

18.9% of women with births in Atchison 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Atchison
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total86 (81.1%)20 (18.9%)

Income in Atchison

Income Overview in Atchison

Per Capita Income in Atchison is $23,336, while median incomes of families and households are $59,970 and $50,344 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income10,834$23,336
Median Family Income2,370$59,970
Mean Family Income2,370$71,224
Median Household Income3,666$50,344
Mean Household Income3,666$62,701
Income Deficit2,370$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)10,83444.61%
Wage / Income Gap ($)10,83455.39¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index10,8340.43

Earnings by Sex in Atchison

Average Earnings in Atchison are $19,750, $29,559 for men and $16,373 for women, a difference of 44.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Atchison
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,852 (46.0%)$29,559
Female3,353 (54.0%)$16,373
Total6,205 (100.0%)$19,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Atchison

The most common earnings brackets in Atchison are $2,500 to $4,999 for men (281 | 9.9%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (580 | 17.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Atchison
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less259 (9.1%)411 (12.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999281 (9.9%)580 (17.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499249 (8.7%)199 (5.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99976 (2.7%)133 (4.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499133 (4.7%)134 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99921 (0.7%)130 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $17,49995 (3.3%)163 (4.9%)
$17,500 to $19,999171 (6.0%)94 (2.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49915 (0.5%)110 (3.3%)
$22,500 to $24,99967 (2.4%)58 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99971 (2.5%)274 (8.2%)
$30,000 to $34,99992 (3.2%)112 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $39,999109 (3.8%)210 (6.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999191 (6.7%)162 (4.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99969 (2.4%)183 (5.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999207 (7.3%)46 (1.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999249 (8.7%)112 (3.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999100 (3.5%)60 (1.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999228 (8.0%)154 (4.6%)
$100,000+169 (5.9%)28 (0.8%)
Total2,852 (100.0%)3,353 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Atchison

Average earnings in Atchison are $43,839 for men and $31,168 for women, a difference of 28.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $64,219, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $17,738. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $56,417, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $25,191.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Atchison
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$17,738$0
High School Diploma$34,671$25,191
College or Associate's Degree$41,985$35,867
Bachelor's Degree$57,056$42,377
Graduate Degree$64,219$56,417
Total$43,839$31,168

Family Income in Atchison

Family Income Brackets in Atchison

According to the Atchison family income data, there are 581 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.5% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 33 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Atchison
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001305.5%
$10,000 to $14,999552.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991456.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992209.3%
$35,000 to $49,99933414.1%
$50,000 to $74,99958124.5%
$75,000 to $99,99932513.7%
$100,000 to $149,99945019.0%
$150,000 to $199,999974.1%
$200,000+331.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Atchison

4-person families (301 | 12.7%) account for the highest median family income in Atchison with $101,114 per family, while 2-person families (1,220 | 51.5%) have the highest median income of $28,304 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Atchison
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,220 (51.5%)$56,607
3-Person Families558 (23.5%)$54,674
4-Person Families301 (12.7%)$101,114
5-Person Families193 (8.1%)$68,051
6-Person Families27 (1.1%)$0
7+ Person Families71 (3.0%)$0
Total2,370 (100.0%)$59,970

Family Income by Number of Earners in Atchison

The median family income in Atchison is $59,970, with families comprising 3+ earners (102) having the highest median family income of $107,500, while families with 1 earner (820) have the lowest median family income of $43,438, accounting for 4.3% and 34.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Atchison
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners260 (11.0%)$49,286
1 Earner820 (34.6%)$43,438
2 Earners1,188 (50.1%)$86,556
3+ Earners102 (4.3%)$107,500
Total2,370 (100.0%)$59,970

Household Income in Atchison

Household Income Brackets in Atchison

With 814 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Atchison, accounting for 22.2% of all households. In contrast, only 40 households (1.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Atchison
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0002206.0%
$10,000 to $14,9992095.7%
$15,000 to $24,99952114.2%
$25,000 to $34,9992647.2%
$35,000 to $49,99959816.3%
$50,000 to $74,99981422.2%
$75,000 to $99,9993529.6%
$100,000 to $149,99955415.1%
$150,000 to $199,999952.6%
$200,000+401.1%

Household Income by Householder Age in Atchison

The median household income in Atchison is $50,344, with the highest median household income of $51,748 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,296 households (35.3%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,253, with 226 households (6.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Atchison
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years226 (6.2%)$23,253
25 to 44 Years1,296 (35.3%)$51,748
45 to 64 Years1,326 (36.2%)$50,927
65+ Years818 (22.3%)$46,618
Total3,666 (100.0%)$50,344

Poverty in Atchison

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Atchison

With 13.0% poverty level for males and 21.2% for females among the residents of Atchison, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 169 males (34.8%) and 202 females (45.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Atchison
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years34 (13.9%)15 (4.7%)
5 Years7 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years62 (11.3%)65 (14.5%)
12 to 14 Years15 (12.6%)51 (25.8%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)29 (29.3%)
16 and 17 Years22 (22.2%)8 (5.4%)
18 to 24 Years169 (34.8%)202 (45.2%)
25 to 34 Years82 (14.3%)157 (25.8%)
35 to 44 Years8 (2.1%)192 (31.4%)
45 to 54 Years101 (19.2%)68 (14.0%)
55 to 64 Years61 (9.9%)100 (15.9%)
65 to 74 Years14 (4.5%)26 (5.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)136 (28.9%)
Total575 (13.0%)1,049 (21.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Atchison

According to the poverty statistics in Atchison, males aged 15 years and females aged 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 Atchison
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years210 (86.1%)302 (95.3%)
5 Years164 (95.9%)9 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years487 (88.7%)383 (85.5%)
12 to 14 Years104 (87.4%)147 (74.2%)
15 Years132 (100.0%)70 (70.7%)
16 and 17 Years77 (77.8%)141 (94.6%)
18 to 24 Years316 (65.1%)245 (54.8%)
25 to 34 Years490 (85.7%)451 (74.2%)
35 to 44 Years377 (97.9%)420 (68.6%)
45 to 54 Years425 (80.8%)417 (86.0%)
55 to 64 Years554 (90.1%)528 (84.1%)
65 to 74 Years294 (95.5%)456 (94.6%)
75 Years and over216 (100.0%)335 (71.1%)
Total3,846 (87.0%)3,904 (78.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Atchison

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Atchison show that 4.2% or 58 of the total 1,386 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.8%, comprising of 54 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Atchison
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children797 (99.5%)4 (0.5%)
1 or 2 Children368 (87.2%)54 (12.8%)
3 or 4 Children110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,328 (95.8%)58 (4.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Atchison

According to the poverty data in Atchison, 6.4% or 18 single-father households and 35.4% or 249 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 44 households (40.7%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Atchison
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children13 (6.1%)44 (40.7%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)190 (37.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)15 (18.1%)
5 or more Children5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18 (6.4%)249 (35.4%)

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

The poverty data for Atchison shows that 58 of the married-couple family households (4.2%) and 267 of the single-parent households (27.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 54 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.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Atchison
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children4 (0.5%)57 (17.8%)
1 or 2 Children54 (12.8%)190 (34.5%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)15 (14.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Total58 (4.2%)267 (27.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Atchison

Employment by Class of Employer in Atchison

Among the 4,760 employed individuals in Atchison, private company employees (3,083 | 64.8%), not-for-profit organizations (711 | 14.9%), and local government employees (512 | 10.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Atchison
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees3,08364.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)611.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1292.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations71114.9%
Local Government Employees51210.8%
State Government Employees1012.1%
Federal Government Employees1413.0%
Unpaid Family Workers220.5%
Total4,760100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Atchison

According to the labor force statistics for Atchison, out of the total population over 16 years of age (8,494), 61.5% or 5,224 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 324 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 87.4% or 451 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.1% or 81 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Atchison
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years504 (42.6%)68 (13.5%)
20 to 24 Years790 (61.7%)22 (2.8%)
25 to 29 Years551 (80.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years451 (87.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years866 (86.2%)16 (1.8%)
45 to 54 Years869 (85.0%)114 (13.1%)
55 to 59 Years536 (82.6%)81 (15.1%)
60 to 64 Years437 (72.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years184 (23.0%)24 (13.0%)
75 Years and over39 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,224 (61.5%)324 (6.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Atchison

According to labor force statistics for Atchison, 82.8% of individuals (3,709) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,480) are in the labor force, with 5.7% or 211 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 93.5% or 1,043 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.0% or 104 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Atchison
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School119 (44.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,437 (79.8%)133 (7.4%)
College / Associate Degree1,112 (85.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,043 (93.5%)112 (10.0%)
Total3,709 (82.8%)255 (5.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Atchison

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Atchison are Community & Social Service (779 | 15.9%), Education Instruction & Library (548 | 11.2%), Management (318 | 6.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (240 | 4.9%), and Business & Financial (169 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Atchison

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Atchison, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (88.4%), Legal Services & Support (84.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (83.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (96.5%), Health Technologists (95.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (83.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Atchison
OccupationMaleFemale
Management148 (46.5%)170 (53.5%)
Business & Financial30 (17.7%)139 (82.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science147 (61.3%)93 (38.8%)
Computers & Mathematics48 (46.2%)56 (53.8%)
Architecture & Engineering61 (88.4%)8 (11.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science38 (56.7%)29 (43.3%)
Community & Social Service 228 (29.3%)551 (70.7%)
Education, Arts & Media36 (34.0%)70 (66.0%)
Legal Services & Support16 (84.2%)3 (15.8%)
Education Instruction & Library88 (16.1%)460 (83.9%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment88 (83.0%)18 (17.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating6 (3.5%)163 (96.5%)
Health Technologists6 (4.7%)122 (95.3%)
Total (Category)559 (33.4%)1,116 (66.6%)
Total (Overall)2,291 (46.7%)2,611 (53.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Atchison are Food Preparation & Serving (386 | 7.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (286 | 5.8%), Security & Protection (231 | 4.7%), Law Enforcement (218 | 4.4%), and Healthcare Support (213 | 4.3%).
Services Occupations in Atchison

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Atchison, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (76.2%), and Security & Protection (60.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (68.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (62.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Atchison
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)213 (100.0%)
Security & Protection140 (60.6%)91 (39.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement127 (58.3%)91 (41.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving145 (37.6%)241 (62.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance218 (76.2%)68 (23.8%)
Personal Care & Service33 (31.7%)71 (68.3%)
Total (Category)536 (43.9%)684 (56.1%)
Total (Overall)2,291 (46.7%)2,611 (53.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Atchison are Office & Administration (491 | 10.0%), and Sales & Related (300 | 6.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Atchison

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Atchison
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related116 (38.7%)184 (61.3%)
Office & Administration140 (28.5%)351 (71.5%)
Total (Category)256 (32.4%)535 (67.6%)
Total (Overall)2,291 (46.7%)2,611 (53.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Atchison are Construction & Extraction (279 | 5.7%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (93 | 1.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (23 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Atchison

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Atchison
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry55 (59.1%)38 (40.9%)
Construction & Extraction279 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)357 (90.4%)38 (9.6%)
Total (Overall)2,291 (46.7%)2,611 (53.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Atchison are Material Moving (389 | 7.9%), Production (273 | 5.6%), and Transportation (159 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Atchison

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Atchison
OccupationMaleFemale
Production205 (75.1%)68 (24.9%)
Transportation137 (86.2%)22 (13.8%)
Material Moving241 (62.0%)148 (38.1%)
Total (Category)583 (71.0%)238 (29.0%)
Total (Overall)2,291 (46.7%)2,611 (53.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Atchison

Employment Industries in Atchison

The major employment industries in Atchison include Educational Services (964 | 19.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (660 | 13.5%), Retail Trade (553 | 11.3%), Manufacturing (409 | 8.3%), and Accommodation & Food Services (359 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Atchison

Employment Industries by Sex in Atchison

The Atchison industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (97.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (87.6%), Educational Services (78.4%), and Accommodation & Food Services (60.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Atchison
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting62 (62.0%)38 (38.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction226 (97.0%)7 (3.0%)
Manufacturing284 (69.4%)125 (30.6%)
Wholesale Trade38 (52.0%)35 (47.9%)
Retail Trade283 (51.2%)270 (48.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing224 (76.7%)68 (23.3%)
Utilities59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information75 (64.1%)42 (35.9%)
Finance & Insurance111 (62.7%)66 (37.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific62 (48.4%)66 (51.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support67 (52.3%)61 (47.7%)
Educational Services208 (21.6%)756 (78.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance82 (12.4%)578 (87.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation60 (67.4%)29 (32.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services141 (39.3%)218 (60.7%)
Public Administration199 (60.5%)130 (39.5%)
Total2,291 (46.7%)2,611 (53.3%)

Education in Atchison

School Enrollment in Atchison

The most common levels of schooling among the 3,754 students in Atchison are college / undergraduate (1,660 | 44.2%), elementary school (640 | 17.1%), and high school (554 | 14.8%).
School Enrollment in Atchison
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1203.2%
Kindergarten2135.7%
Elementary School64017.1%
Middle School52414.0%
High School55414.8%
College / Undergraduate1,66044.2%
Graduate / Professional431.1%
Total3,754100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Atchison

Out of a total of 3,754 students who are enrolled in schools in Atchison, 2,016 (53.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,738 (46.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 37 (100.0% 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 115 (92.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Atchison
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds49 (46.2%)57 (53.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old591 (77.6%)171 (22.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds482 (71.2%)195 (28.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds320 (64.8%)174 (35.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds105 (13.9%)650 (86.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds76 (9.5%)722 (90.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds115 (92.0%)10 (8.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)37 (100.0%)
Total1,738 (46.3%)2,016 (53.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Atchison

Education (548 | 31.8%), business (235 | 13.7%), arts & humanities (209 | 12.1%), liberal arts & history (139 | 8.1%), and bio, nature & agricultural (124 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 1,721 individuals in Atchison who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Atchison
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics432.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1247.2%
Physical & Health Sciences231.3%
Psychology432.5%
Social Sciences1005.8%
Engineering150.9%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1116.5%
Business23513.7%
Education54831.8%
Literature & Languages814.7%
Liberal Arts & History1398.1%
Visual & Performing Arts412.4%
Communications90.5%
Arts & Humanities20912.1%
Total1,721100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Atchison

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Atchison

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Atchison are males with 2 vehicles (754, accounting for 37.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (997, making up 35.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Atchison
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle132 (6.5%)27 (1.3%)
1 Vehicle408 (20.1%)538 (25.1%)
2 Vehicles754 (37.1%)997 (46.6%)
3 Vehicles630 (31.0%)458 (21.4%)
4 Vehicles71 (3.5%)57 (2.7%)
5 or more Vehicles39 (1.9%)65 (3.0%)
Total2,034 (100.0%)2,142 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Atchison

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Atchison are 5 to 9 minutes (1,650 commuters, 36.6%), 10 to 14 minutes (704 commuters, 15.6%), and less than 5 minutes (500 commuters, 11.1%).
Commute Time in Atchison
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes50011.1%
5 to 9 Minutes1,65036.6%
10 to 14 Minutes70415.6%
15 to 19 Minutes2545.6%
20 to 24 Minutes2325.1%
25 to 29 Minutes250.5%
30 to 34 Minutes4139.2%
35 to 39 Minutes400.9%
40 to 44 Minutes781.7%
45 to 59 Minutes2024.5%
60 to 89 Minutes3628.0%
90 or more Minutes511.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Atchison

The most common commute times in Atchison are 5 to 9 minutes (729 commuters, 33.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (921 commuters, 39.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Atchison
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes219 (10.1%)281 (12.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes729 (33.4%)921 (39.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes377 (17.3%)327 (14.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes107 (4.9%)147 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes118 (5.4%)114 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes22 (1.0%)3 (0.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes228 (10.5%)185 (7.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes28 (1.3%)12 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes56 (2.6%)22 (0.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes72 (3.3%)130 (5.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes209 (9.6%)153 (6.6%)
90 or more Minutes15 (0.7%)36 (1.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Atchison

The most frequent times of departure to work in Atchison are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (279, 12.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (617, 26.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Atchison
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM134 (6.1%)101 (4.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM174 (8.0%)28 (1.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM63 (2.9%)100 (4.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM272 (12.5%)256 (11.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM183 (8.4%)263 (11.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM196 (9.0%)231 (9.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM215 (9.9%)617 (26.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM203 (9.3%)175 (7.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM186 (8.5%)33 (1.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM71 (3.3%)224 (9.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM64 (2.9%)20 (0.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)60 (2.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM279 (12.8%)78 (3.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM140 (6.4%)145 (6.2%)
Total2,180 (100.0%)2,331 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Atchison

Occupancy by Ownership in Atchison

Of the total 3,666 dwellings in Atchison, owner-occupied units account for 2,103 (57.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,563 (42.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Atchison
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,10357.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,56342.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,666100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Atchison

Occupancy by Household Size in Atchison
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,15031.4%
2-Person Household1,24433.9%
3-Person Household58115.9%
4+ Person Household69118.9%
Total Housing Units3,666100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Atchison

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Atchison
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household502 (43.6%)648 (56.4%)
2-Person Household873 (70.2%)371 (29.8%)
3-Person Household266 (45.8%)315 (54.2%)
4+ Person Household462 (66.9%)229 (33.1%)
Total Housing Units2,103 (57.4%)1,563 (42.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Atchison

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Atchison
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School51 (26.8%)139 (73.2%)
High School Diploma653 (45.4%)786 (54.6%)
College/Associate Degree751 (69.3%)332 (30.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher648 (67.9%)306 (32.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Atchison

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Atchison
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years92025.1%
35 to 44 Years60216.4%
45 to 54 Years51814.1%
55 to 64 Years80822.0%
65 to 74 Years44512.1%
75 to 84 Years1915.2%
85 Years and Over1825.0%
Total3,666100.0%

Housing Finances in Atchison

Median Income by Occupancy in Atchison

Median Income by Occupancy in Atchison
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,103 (57.4%)$62,871
Renter-Occupied1,563 (42.6%)$27,043
Average3,666 (100.0%)$50,344

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Atchison

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Atchison
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00039 (1.8%)61 (3.9%)
$5,000 to $9,99934 (1.6%)85 (5.4%)
$10,000 to $14,99965 (3.1%)145 (9.3%)
$15,000 to $19,9995 (0.2%)225 (14.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99966 (3.1%)223 (14.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999106 (5.0%)157 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999361 (17.2%)235 (15.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999583 (27.7%)231 (14.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999220 (10.5%)132 (8.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999486 (23.1%)69 (4.4%)
$150,000 or more138 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,103 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Atchison

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Atchison
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300116 (5.5%)103 (6.6%)
$300 to $499386 (18.3%)174 (11.1%)
$500 to $799584 (27.8%)469 (30.0%)
$800 to $999170 (8.1%)192 (12.3%)
$1,000 to $1,499491 (23.4%)350 (22.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999205 (9.8%)34 (2.2%)
$2,000 to $2,499135 (6.4%)29 (1.9%)
$2,500 to $2,9996 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more10 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,103 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Atchison

Housing Structures in Atchison

Housing Structures in Atchison
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,80976.6%
Single Unit, Attached320.9%
2 Unit Apartments1494.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2125.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments411.1%
10 or more Apartments37510.2%
Mobile Home / Other481.3%
Total3,666100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Atchison

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Atchison
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,022 (72.0%)787 (28.0%)
Single Unit, Attached27 (84.4%)5 (15.6%)
2 Unit Apartments10 (6.7%)139 (93.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)212 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)375 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other44 (91.7%)4 (8.3%)
Total2,103 (57.4%)1,563 (42.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Atchison

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Atchison
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)137 (8.8%)
2 or 3 Rooms18 (0.9%)287 (18.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms586 (27.9%)587 (37.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms988 (47.0%)336 (21.5%)
8 or more Rooms511 (24.3%)216 (13.8%)
Total2,103 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Atchison

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Atchison
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,758 (83.6%)983 (62.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas32 (1.5%)14 (0.9%)
Electricity305 (14.5%)543 (34.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels8 (0.4%)15 (1.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)8 (0.5%)
Total2,103 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Atchison

Household Vehicle Usage in Atchison
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle89 (4.2%)264 (16.9%)
1 Vehicle503 (23.9%)791 (50.6%)
2 Vehicles940 (44.7%)411 (26.3%)
3 or more Vehicles571 (27.2%)97 (6.2%)
Total2,103 (100.0%)1,563 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Atchison

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Atchison

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,0471,056
Median Property Value$111,500$123,000
Median Household Income$54,901$65
Monthly Housing Costs$539$10
Real Estate Taxes$1,620$25

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Atchison

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Atchison
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000132 (12.6%)136 (12.9%)
$50,000 to $99,999308 (29.4%)347 (32.9%)
$100,000 to $299,999496 (47.4%)512 (48.5%)
$300,000 to $499,999110 (10.5%)61 (5.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,047 (100.0%)1,056 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Atchison

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Atchison
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00054 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999126 (12.0%)19 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99986 (8.2%)10 (0.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999211 (20.2%)20 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999271 (25.9%)150 (14.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99944 (4.2%)312 (29.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999182 (17.4%)176 (16.7%)
$150,000 or more73 (7.0%)304 (28.8%)
Total1,047 (100.0%)1,056 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Atchison

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Atchison
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x492 (47.0%)80,917 (7,662.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x184 (17.6%)795 (75.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x92 (8.8%)199 (18.8%)
4.0x or more279 (26.7%)13 (1.2%)
Total1,047 (100.0%)1,056 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Atchison

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Atchison
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800133 (12.7%)9 (0.9%)
$800 to $1,499354 (33.8%)89 (8.4%)
$800 to $1,499560 (53.5%)220 (20.8%)
Total1,047 (100.0%)1,056 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Atchison

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atchison

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atchison
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years763 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,060 (95.9%)89 (4.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,731 (89.0%)214 (11.0%)
26 to 34 Years978 (88.3%)130 (11.7%)
35 to 44 Years787 (78.9%)210 (21.1%)
45 to 54 Years840 (83.1%)171 (16.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,152 (92.7%)91 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years790 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older687 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,788 (91.5%)905 (8.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Atchison

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Atchison
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born763 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,060 (95.9%)89 (4.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,731 (89.0%)214 (11.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Atchison

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Atchison
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,282 (85.4%)220 (14.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,563 (82.9%)323 (17.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,810 (93.4%)128 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,490 (92.1%)128 (7.9%)
$100,000 and over2,112 (98.9%)23 (1.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atchison

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Atchison
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6252 (33.0%)700 (91.7%)
6 to 18 Years781 (36.3%)1,368 (63.7%)
19 to 25 Years131 (6.7%)1,636 (84.1%)
25 to 34 Years308 (27.8%)794 (71.7%)
35 to 44 Years110 (11.0%)677 (67.9%)
45 to 54 Years242 (23.9%)631 (62.4%)
55 to 64 Years380 (30.6%)841 (67.7%)
65 to 74 Years779 (98.6%)570 (72.2%)
75 Years and over687 (100.0%)530 (77.1%)
Total3,670 (34.3%)7,747 (72.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Atchison

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Atchison
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years128 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years127 (8.6%)100 (5.2%)
35 to 64 Years402 (26.3%)258 (15.0%)
65 to 74 Years74 (24.0%)162 (33.6%)
75 Years and over128 (59.3%)233 (49.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Atchison

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Atchison: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years5 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years63 (4.1%)20 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years63 (20.4%)86 (17.8%)
75 Years and over73 (33.8%)113 (24.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Atchison: <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 Years8 (0.5%)10 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years20 (1.3%)42 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)52 (10.8%)
75 Years and over34 (15.7%)17 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Atchison: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years128 (11.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years121 (8.2%)90 (4.7%)
35 to 64 Years262 (17.2%)119 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.0%)53 (11.0%)
75 Years and over45 (20.8%)56 (11.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Atchison: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years149 (9.8%)146 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years55 (17.9%)93 (19.3%)
75 Years and over58 (26.9%)148 (31.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Atchison: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years22 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years29 (1.9%)13 (0.7%)
65 to 74 Years3 (1.0%)25 (5.2%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)99 (21.0%)

Technology Access in Atchison

Computing Device Access in Atchison

Computing Device Access in Atchison
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,49568.1%
Smartphone3,05783.4%
Tablet1,84650.3%
No Computing Device37610.3%
Total3,666100.0%

Internet Access in Atchison

Internet Access in Atchison
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,23460.9%
Cellular Data Only60916.6%
Satellite Internet3629.9%
No Internet68518.7%
Total3,666100.0%

Atchison Summary

Atchison, Kansas is a city located in the northeastern corner of the state, along the Missouri River. It is the county seat of Atchison County and has a population of around 11,000 people. The city was founded in 1854 and was named after David Rice Atchison, a United States Senator from Missouri.

Geography

Atchison is located in the northeastern corner of Kansas, along the Missouri River. It is situated on the bluffs of the river, and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland. The city is located about 40 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and about 80 miles west of St. Louis, Missouri. The climate in Atchison is humid continental, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

Atchison’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large companies, including MGP Ingredients, a producer of industrial alcohols and food ingredients, and Atchison Casting, a manufacturer of aluminum and steel castings. The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

Atchison’s population is approximately 11,000 people, with a median age of 38.7 years. The racial makeup of the city is 87.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 2.1% from other races. The median household income is $41,945, and the median home value is $90,000.

History

Atchison was founded in 1854 by David Rice Atchison, a United States Senator from Missouri. The city was originally a trading post and ferry crossing on the Missouri River. In 1859, the city was incorporated and became the county seat of Atchison County. During the Civil War, Atchison was a major supply center for the Union Army. After the war, the city experienced a period of growth and prosperity, and by the late 19th century, it was a major railroad hub.
Atchison continued to grow and prosper throughout the 20th century, and today it is a vibrant and thriving city. The city is home to several historic sites, including the Atchison County Courthouse, the Atchison County Museum, and the Atchison Railroad Museum. The city is also home to Benedictine College, a private Catholic college.
Atchison is a vibrant and diverse city, with a rich history and a bright future. The city is home to a variety of businesses, attractions, and cultural activities, and is a great place to live, work, and play.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Atchison?
Total Population of Atchison is 10,834.
What is the Total Male Population of Atchison?
Total Male Population of Atchison is 4,921.
What is the Total Female Population of Atchison?
Total Female Population of Atchison is 5,913.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Atchison?
There are 83.22 Males per 100 Females in Atchison.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Atchison?
There are 120.16 Females per 100 Males in Atchison.
What is the Median Population Age in Atchison?
Median Population Age in Atchison is 29.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Atchison
Average Family Size in Atchison is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Atchison
Average Household Size in Atchison is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Atchison?
Per Capita income in Atchison is $23,336.
What is the Median Family Income in Atchison?
Median Family Income in Atchison is $59,970.
What is the Median Household income in Atchison?
Median Household Income in Atchison is $50,344.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Atchison?
Income or Wage Gap in Atchison is 44.6%.
Women in Atchison earn 55.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Atchison?
Inequality or Gini Index in Atchison is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Atchison?
There are 5,224 People in the Labor Forcein in Atchison.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Atchison?
61.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Atchison.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Atchison?
Unemployment Rate in Atchison is 6.2%.