Atchison
City in Kansas, United States
Overview
Atchison, perched on the bluffs of the Missouri River, is a charming Kansas city known for its rich history and friendly Midwestern atmosphere. Visitors can explore historic mansions, scenic parks, and lively community events. Its small-town feel and fascinating past draw travelers interested in Americana and haunted tales.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Kansas
Population
10,885
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
39.56°, -95.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,078
Local Cost
$1,190
Local Income
$3,100
Cashless
70
English
98
Temperature
12.1°C
Summer Avg
24.9°C
Winter Avg
-1.4°C
Record High
43.4°C
Record Low
-23.9°C
Humidity
74%
Precipitation
959 mm
Internet Speed
1 Mbps
Upload
1 Mbps
Latency
679 ms
City Vibrancy
13
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
3
Parks
9
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
951.0
Airport
FLV
Distance
28 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.