Atkins is a city located in Pope County, in the state of Arkansas (AR), United States. Nestled in the West South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 6.1 square miles (16.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 369 ft. With a population of approximately 2,878 residents, Atkins offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.93% males and 54.07% females, and it has a population density of 469.49 people per square mile (181.27/km²). Atkins lies at a latitude of 35.24 and a longitude of -92.94, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (23.9%), followed by English (2.5%), German (10.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72823.