Atlas, Michigan
Atlas: township in Genesee County, Michigan
About
Atlas is a township located in the county of Genesee in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population at the 2010 census was 7,993 and a population density of 222 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 7,851 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Atlas
| Population | 7,851 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Michigan (United States) |
| County | Genesee County |
| Area | 36 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.9378,-83.5344 |
| Altitude | 846 feet / 258 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Detroit |
| Local time | 12:34:37 (26th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 48411 |
| Density | 218 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Atlas is located at 42°56'16"N 83°32'4"W (42.9378100, -83.5343900).
Atlas map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. East northeast wind 5 to 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Atlas decreased by 1.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7,993 | - | census |
| 2011 | 7,928 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,860 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,825 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,808 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,786 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,811 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,819 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 7,850 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,853 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 7,851 | -0.03% | estimation process |
People born in Atlas (1)
United States Army Brigadier General, Medal of Honor awardee Wilber Elliott Wilder was born in Atlas
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Atlas, MI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 391759 | Sharps Academy of Hair Styling | Grand Blanc (MI) | 48439 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Atlas, MI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLN | Flint station | 1407 South Dort Highway | RAIL |
| LPE | Lapeer station | 73 Howard St. | RAIL |
| DRD | Durand Union Station | 200 South Railroad St. | RAIL |
| PNT | Pontiac Transportation Center | 51000 Woodward Avenue | RAIL |
| TRM | Troy Transit Center | 1201 Doyle Drive | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Atlas.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Atla Post Office | Atlas (MI) | 48411 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Atlas, Pennsylvania census-designated place in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania with a population of 809 people.
- Atlas, Illinois human settlement in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 530 people.
Other cities in Genesee County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Genesee County , MI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Flint | 94,968 | The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan. |
| Burton | 28,462 | City in Michigan, USA |
| Mount Morris | 20,211 | Village in Illinois |
| Davison | 19,254 | City in Michigan |
| Beecher | 10,232 | Unincorporated community in Michigan |
| Flushing | 7,840 | City in Michigan |
| Grand Blanc | 7,828 | City in Genesee County, Michigan, United States |
| Argentine | 6,479 | Unincorporated community in Michigan |
| Lake Fenton | 5,559 | Census designation in Genesee County, Michigan, USA |
| Swartz Creek | 5,491 | City in Michigan, US |
| Linden | 3,954 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Clio | 2,480 | City in Michigan, United States |
| Goodrich | 1,883 | Human settlement in Genesee County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Montrose | 1,538 | Human settlement in Genesee County, Michigan, United States of America |
| Otisville | 824 | Town |
| Gaines | 357 | Human settlement in Genesee County, Michigan, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Atlas distances to largest Michigan cities