Atchison city, Kansas
Atchison city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Atchison city is a geographic entity located in Atchison County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,789. The land area covers 8.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 10,789 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 29.1 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,482 | ±233 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 4,175 | ±173 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,482 | ±233 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 693 | ±200 |
| Median Home Value | $129,700 | ±$20,622 |
| Median Gross Rent | $737 | ±$140 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,474 | ±$9,077 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,812 | ±$2,335 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,451 | ±426 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.3% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,990 | ±318 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±4.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 10,813 (2024)
ID: 164673
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: STAFF ACCOUNTANT
515 KANSAS AVE, ATCHISON KS 66002-2424
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GUS Population: 16,249 (2024)
ID: 164620
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
423 N 5TH ST, ATCHISON KS 66002-1872
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Atchison | PK-05 | Atchison, KS | |
| Regular School Atchison | 09-12 | Atchison, KS | |
| Regular School Atchison | 06-08 | Atchison, KS | |
| Regular School Atchison | 02-12 | Atchison, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Effingham, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Effingham, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ST JOSEPH, MO | |
| 3 Nearby | 14-17 | ATCHISON, KS | |
| 1 Nearby | 2-13 | ATCHISON, KS | |
| 1 Nearby | 2-13 | SAINT JOSEPH, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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AMBERWELL ATCHISON ASSOCIATION
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Hospital | City address association | 800 RAVEN HILL DRIVE, ATCHISON, KS, 66002 |
(913) 360-2131
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Benedictine College
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College | 1.4 mi away | 1020 N 2nd St, Atchison, KS, 66002-1499 |
9133675340
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ATCHISON LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 401 KANSAS AVENUE, ATCHISON, KS, 66002 |
(913) 367-1902
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Highland Community College
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College | 21.8 mi away | 606 W Main, Highland, KS, 66035-4165 |
7854426000
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EFFINGHAM COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 414 MAIN STREET, EFFINGHAM, KS, 66023 |
(913) 833-5881
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Missouri Western State University
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College | 23.0 mi away | 4525 Downs Dr, Saint Joseph, MO, 64507 |
8162714200
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NORTONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 407 MAIN, NORTONVILLE, KS, 66060 |
(913) 886-2060
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University of Saint Mary
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College | 23.1 mi away | 4100 S 4th St, Leavenworth, KS, 66048-5082 |
9136825151
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LIBRARY DISTRICT #1, DONIPHAN COUNTY
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 105 N. MAIN, TROY, KS, 66087 |
(785) 985-2597
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WESTON BRANCH
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 18204 LIBRARY DR, WESTON, MO, 64098 |
(816) 640-2874
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ATCHISON, KS US, located 1.6 miles from Atchison city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.2° | 18.4° | 27.3° | 0.93" | 5.0" |
| February | 41.6° | 22.8° | 32.2° | 1.20" | 4.8" |
| March | 54.0° | 32.4° | 43.2° | 1.92" | 1.8" |
| April | 65.0° | 42.9° | 54.0° | 3.42" | 0.4" |
| May | 74.4° | 55.4° | 64.9° | 5.32" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.7° | 65.2° | 74.4° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.6° | 69.3° | 78.4° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 66.5° | 76.5° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.9° | 58.1° | 68.5° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.6° | 46.2° | 56.4° | 3.10" | 0.3" |
| November | 51.9° | 33.3° | 42.6° | 1.81" | 0.9" |
| December | 40.1° | 23.4° | 31.8° | 1.41" | 3.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atchison city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lewis and Clark Village town | Town | 4.9 mi | — |
| Rushville village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Lancaster city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Iatan village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
| De Kalb town | Town | 11.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2000502900. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.