Atoka, Tennessee
Atoka: city in Oklahoma
About
Atoka is a city located in the county of Tipton in the U.S. state of Tennessee. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,387 and a population density of 380 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,732 inhabitants.
The city was created 159 years ago in 1866.
Atoka is a local government area with a town charter in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States. In 1888, Atoka was a stop on the Newport News & Mississippi Valley Railroad. Today the City of New Orleans Amtrak passenger train makes its daily route between New Orleans and Chicago, through Atoka.
Atoka is located at 32°34'05" North, 88°43'06" West (32.563692, -88.725076). It is bordered by the Tennessee River on the east and by Tipton County on the north, west and south. The city is part of the Jackson metropolitan area along with Jackson and Madisonville
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Atoka has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.
Atoka residents enjoy attending events at the Atoka Community Center such as concerts or plays put on by local performers; if you're looking for something more active try out one of their sports leagues like baseball or softball! You'll meet lots of new people while having fun getting active!
Atoka is also home to several neighborhoods including Sterling Ridge, Lochmeade Estates and Blaydes Estates.
Quick Facts about Atoka
| Population | 9,732 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Tennessee (United States) |
| County | Tipton County |
| Phone Area Codes | 580 |
| Area | 22.06 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.4412,-89.7781 |
| Altitude | 581 feet / 177 meters |
| Capital city | Atoka is capital of Atoka County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1867 (159 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 20:58:18 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 38004 |
| Density | 441 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 13.82% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Atoka is located at 35°26'28"N 89°46'41"W (35.4411900, -89.7781400).
Atoka map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Atoka increased by 13.82% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,387 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,642 | 2.95% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,746 | 1.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,843 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,945 | 1.14% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,023 | 0.86% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,086 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,220 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,388 | 1.79% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,517 | 1.36% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,732 | 2.21% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Atoka
1Atoka City Hall
334 Atoka-Munford Rd, Atoka, TN 38004 View details
Phone: +19018375300 | Website available
People born in Atoka (3)
People born in Atoka, including basketball player Crystal Robinson, football and baseball player and coach Lloyd Russell, Charles A. McCall, .
More notable people
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Atoka, TN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 219921 | Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington | Covington (TN) | 38019 |
| 493150 | Gould's Academy | Bartlett (TN) | 38133-4067 |
| 484747 | University of Phoenix-Tennessee | Cordova (TN) | 38018 |
| 221351 | Rhodes College | Memphis (TN) | 38112-1690 |
| 219903 | Concorde Career College-Memphis | Memphis (TN) | 38137-0132 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Atoka, TN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEM | Central Station | Central Station | RAIL |
| NBN | Newbern–Dyersburg | 108 Jefferson St | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Atoka.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Atoka Post Office | Atoka (TN) | 38004 |
| Munford Post Office | Munford (TN) | 38058 |
| Brighton Post Office | Brighton (TN) | 38011 |
| Tipton Post Office | Tipton (TN) | 38071 |
| Drummond Post Office | Drummonds (TN) | 38023 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Atoka, Oklahoma city in Oklahoma with a population of 3,033 people.
Other cities in Tipton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tipton County , TN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Covington | 8,810 | City in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States |
| Munford | 6,201 | City in Talladega County, Alabama, United States of America |
| Mason | 1,535 | Town in Tipton County, Tennessee, USA |
| Gilt Edge | 454 | Human settlement in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States of America |
| Burlison | 409 | Human settlement in Tipton County, Tennessee, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Atoka distances to largest Tennessee cities