| ZIP Code | 66002 |
|---|---|
| City | Atchison |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Atchison County |
| Area Code | 913 |
| Elevation | 844 ft |
| Latitude | 39.55166 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -95.140354 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 20005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 90 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,614 (36.3%) |
| Some College | 1,029 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 987 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 518 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,956 (27.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,738 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,100 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $754/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,278 |
| Vacant Units | 706 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,278 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 706 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 66002 is located in Atchison, Kansas, within Atchison County. With a population of 13,197, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 66002 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,738 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 66002 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $145,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $754 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 66002 is primarily White (84.53%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 66002 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 66002 in Atchison, KS is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,197 residents, a median household income of $62,738, and a median home value of $145,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kansas.