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Established in 1881, this town now has 758 residents.
25% of residents live below the poverty line in Atlanta, where Michigan’s towns sit at 8.9% and U.S. towns at 9.6%. Only 5 of the 702 Michigan towns we compare have a lower share of adults with a bachelor’s degree than Atlanta. Atlanta has fewer than 1,000 residents, too few for fair grades; the figures below are still real.
Census counts: 757 in 2000, 720 in 2020. The archive holds 6 old photos and papers going back to 2017 and 2 maps from 1955 on.
In a town this size, neighbors are the best guide. Ask them anything.
Ordered by what stands out in Atlanta.
Half commute less than 33 miles. For Atlanta, the median household income is $43,000. Only just over a tenth of working residents stay in Atlanta for work; the rest commute out. The top destinations are Briley Township (17%), Gaylord (9%) and Albert Township (5%).
| Atlanta | Michigan towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average trip to work | 18 minutes | 25 minutes | 25 minutes |
| Median household income | $43,000 | $77,000 | $80,000 |
| Working residents who work in town | 12% | 5.9% | 8% |
Census LEHD 2021 · ACS
For Atlanta, the going rate for rent is $699 a month. Home values are up 1.7% over the year to September 2026. The share of households in Atlanta who are owner-occupiers: 77%.
| Atlanta | Michigan towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $699 a month | $1,046 a month | $1,185 a month |
| Households that own their home | 77% | 84% | 73% |
Census ACS, 2020–24 · Zillow Home Value Index · Redfin Data Center
The natural-hazard score from FEMA in Atlanta is 32 of 100. Expected losses in Atlanta break down as 80% from inland flooding and 8% from cold waves.
FEMA National Risk Index · OpenFEMA
Atlanta’s typical July afternoon high is 81°F.
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals, 1991–2020
31% of adults feel lonely in Atlanta. Of 32 CDC measures, Atlanta beats the Michigan average on 4 and trails it on 9. Two figures for adults locally: 17% report frequent physical distress, 15% have diabetes.
| Atlanta | Michigan towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| High blood pressure (CDC PLACES) | 43% | 36% | 35% |
| Frequent physical distress (CDC PLACES) | 17% | 14% | 14% |
| Diabetes (CDC PLACES) | 15% | 12% | 12% |
| Binge drink (CDC PLACES) | 14% | 17% | 16% |
| What stands out | Atlanta | MI |
|---|---|---|
| Fewer adults facing housing insecurity | 9.7% | 11.9% |
| Fewer adults facing a utility shut-off | 7.3% | 8.7% |
| More adults with heart disease | 9.9% | 7% |
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CMS · HRSA
Trails run 0.2 miles in 2 parks and preserves. Parks and preserves in Atlanta: 2, covering 12 acres.
| Atlanta | Michigan towns | U.S. towns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conserved land | 0.1% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Miles of trail per square mile | 0.1 miles per square mile | 0.3 | 0.4 |
| Biggest places to walk | Trails | Acres |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Briley Township Ski Trail Parking Area | — | 6 |
| 2. Briley Township Park | — | 6 |
Trails & parks © OpenStreetMap contributors · Conserved land: USGS PAD-US
Atlanta is unincorporated, so Montmorency County and regional agencies provide most services.
EPA SDWIS (Oct 9, 2026) · HIFLD + EIA-861 2025 · Census 2020 ZCTAs · NCES 2024–25 · registration: vote.gov, updated Sep 12, 2025.
Where Atlanta’s working residents go each day. Line width shows the share.
Census LEHD 2021
None within 15 miles of Atlanta; the nearest are
About 2 of every 100 Atlanta residents are enrolled in college, against 6 across Michigan.
Census-designated place & unincorporated community in Michigan, United States
Atlanta is a census-designated place and unincorporated community in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the county seat of Montmorency County. The community had a population of 720 at the 2020 census, down from 827 in 2010. Atlanta has been nicknamed the "Elk Capital of Michigan". Atlanta is home to the annual Sno*Drift rally racing event. The event is currently the first Rally America National Rally Championship event of the season.
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