Atkins is a city in Benton County, Iowa, United States.

Atkins was founded in 1881, following construction of the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad through the territory.

[3] Atkins is located approximately 10 miles (16 km) west of downtown Cedar Rapids.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.09 square miles (2.82 km2), all land.

There were 747 housing units at an average density of 680.9 per square mile (262.9/km2).

There were 610 housing units at an average density of 559.6 per square mile (216.1/km2).

14.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The racial makeup of the city was 99.69% White, 0.10% Native American, and 0.20% from two or more races.

20.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.