Atlanta, Nebraska Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Atlanta, Nebraska had a total population of 133, the 413th largest village in Nebraska, with a median household income of $65,750, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 1.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Atlanta Quick Facts
How Atlanta 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 | 117 | 133 | +13.7% |
| Median household income | $70,417 | $65,750 | -6.6% |
How Atlanta Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
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+)
Atlanta Rankings in Nebraska
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Other Cities in Phelps County
Cities Similar to Atlanta
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilgore | 135 | N/A | $48,900 | 5.8% | 5.3% |
| Aten | 136 | N/A | N/A | 42.0% | 3.7% |
| Jansen | 123 | $65,625 | $60,000 | 7.2% | 20.3% |
| Cheney | 144 | N/A | $167,200 | 12.8% | 0.0% |
| Memphis | 130 | $73,750 | $168,800 | 6.3% | 3.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 133, Atlanta'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
Atlanta is a small community located in Nebraska, within Phelps County. The total population is 133. It ranks as the 413th most populous out of 583 Census-designated places in Nebraska.
Age Demographics
The median age in Atlanta is 36.8 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 37.2 years. With 28.6% of the population under 18, Atlanta has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Atlanta is $65,750. This is 14% lower than the state median of $76,475. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Atlanta, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 94.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Atlanta has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 12.7%.
Education
1.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 97% lower than the state rate of 34.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Atlanta, 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 Atlanta, Nebraska?
Atlanta, Nebraska has a population of 133 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Atlanta, NE?
The median household income in Atlanta is $65,750, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Atlanta, NE?
The poverty rate in Atlanta is 7.5%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Atlanta, Nebraska?
Atlanta's population is 91.0% White, 0.0% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Atlanta, NE?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Atlanta — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Atlanta, Nebraska?
1.1% of adults (25+) in Atlanta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.