Yes, that is exactly what happens where there are no to precious few in your area when you search with specific criteria. But I am going to help you out a little.
So you are looking for a specific type of woman that generally does not fit into the culture that you live in. You have three options:
1. Sometimes it really is about location and not the individual. If being an atheist is something that is a requirement in a partner, and if having a partner is important to you, then you need to move to an area where religion is less prominent. No arguments or excuses. You cannot expect everyone around you to change themselves for you.
2. If you don't want to move or can't move, then you have two options left. Broaden your horizons. So you've found that there aren't any atheists in your area, and that's important for you. Maybe start being a little more inclusive in your searches. Some people take their listed religion very seriously, other don't. Some worship deities, some just like the community aspect of it. Some grew up Christian, Jewish, Muslim, etc. and merely identify with the culture, but don't actually believe in a god. You're not going to know how seriously someone takes their religion until you actually get to know them.
3. And your last option is to keep looking for that rare gem of a person who fits every single trait you've ever dreamed of. By doing this, you are excluding tons and tons of women, so don't be surprised when they exclude you because you don't fit their exact criteria.
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