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Overview for Fort Atkinson, WI

18,813 people live in Fort Atkinson, where the median age is 44.6 and the average individual income is $41,516. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

18,813

Total Population

44.6 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$41,516

Average individual Income

Around Fort Atkinson, WI

There's plenty to do around Fort Atkinson, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

30
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Redi Serve Foods, Fort Plaza Mini Warehouses, and Lions Quick Mart.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.97 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.13 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 1.13 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining · $ 1.13 miles 2 reviews 2.5/5 stars
Dining 1.14 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining · $ 1.2 miles 29 reviews 3.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Fort Atkinson, WI

Population Households Employment

Fort Atkinson has 7,960 households, with an average household size of 2.33. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fort Atkinson do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 18,813 people call Fort Atkinson home. The population density is 194 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

18,813

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44.6 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,960

Total Households

2.33

Average Household Size

$41,516

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Fort Atkinson, WI

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The following schools are within or nearby Fort Atkinson. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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