Aten, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Aten, Nebraska had a total population of 136, the 411th largest community in Nebraska. The poverty rate is 3.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.7% — among the lowest in Nebraska.
- 42.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Nebraska.
Aten Quick Facts
How Aten Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 85 | 136 | +60.0% |
How Aten Compares
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Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Aten Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Cedar County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartington | 1,621 | $80,577 | 2.4% | $178,100 |
| Laurel | 1,018 | $58,519 | 19.2% | $164,200 |
| Randolph | 877 | $84,531 | 6.5% | $119,000 |
| Coleridge | 553 | $46,818 | 13.4% | $87,100 |
| Wynot | 209 | $77,500 | 11.0% | $117,500 |
| Fordyce | 195 | $83,125 | 22.6% | $106,700 |
| Bow Valley | 106 | $86,250 | 0.0% | $170,800 |
| Belden | 101 | $70,625 | 11.9% | $107,500 |
| St. Helena | 97 | $85,625 | 4.1% | $156,700 |
| Magnet | 61 | $59,063 | 14.8% | $33,800 |
Cities Similar to Aten
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynch | 137 | $38,214 | $54,100 | 23.3% | 4.5% |
| Kilgore | 135 | N/A | $48,900 | 5.8% | 5.3% |
| Odessa | 138 | $39,792 | $139,600 | 8.6% | 3.6% |
| Elsie | 139 | $48,333 | $70,000 | 15.0% | 12.3% |
| Atlanta | 133 | $65,750 | N/A | 1.1% | 7.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 136, Aten's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Aten is a small community located in Nebraska, within Cedar County. The total population is 136. It ranks as the 411th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Aten is 45.6 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 37.2 years. 11.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 3.7%. This is 65% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Aten, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 91.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Aten was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
42.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Aten in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Aten, Nebraska is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Nebraska state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Aten, Nebraska?
Aten, Nebraska has a population of 136 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Aten, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Aten — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Aten, NE?
The poverty rate in Aten is 3.7%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Aten, Nebraska?
Aten's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Aten, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Aten — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Aten, Nebraska?
42.0% of adults (25+) in Aten hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.