Home Value $71,900

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 37.6%

12% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.5%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Aten Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population85

Median Age48.3 yrs

Density50/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans85.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$80,978

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$562M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$71,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units45

Health

Obesity35.5%

Uninsured6.6%

Smoking11.4%

Depression16.6%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI32 (Good)

Rain28.7 in/yr

Sunny Days291/yr

Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)

Education

Bachelor's+37.6%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%

Commute17 min

Broadband48.0%

Libraries3

Is Aten a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aten receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Aten stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aten is $71,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Aten experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Aten has a population of 85 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

48.3yrs

Median Age

24% above US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%

Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Aten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aten vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aten is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Aten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$80,978
Avg Weekly Wage	$857
IRS Avg AGI	$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	342
County GDP	$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants	17
Healthcare	18
Retail	52
Manufacturing	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,860
	18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Aten is $71,900, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$71,900
	74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$706
1 Bedroom	$791
2 Bedrooms	$1,001
3 Bedrooms	$1,274
4 Bedrooms	$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	45
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,860
	18% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.98%

In Aten, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 16.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aten vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.5%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	7.6%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	25.4%
Asthma	8.7%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.4%
	19% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	21.3%
Depression	16.6%
Mental Distress	13.9%
Physical Distress	9.6%
Short Sleep	25.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	67.3%
Uninsured	6.6%
	23% below US avg
Checkup Rate	65.0%
Dental Visits	60.9%
Premature Death	5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	53.9%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Aten has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.7°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	28.7 inches
	25% below US avg
Snowfall	38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	32.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,204 ft (367 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density	50/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8367°N, 97.4408°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	31027

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%

D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	37.6%
	12% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.81

A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	50/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	48.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	17
Retail Stores	52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Aten, NE

How Aten Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Aten a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Aten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Aten vs U.S. Average

Income: Aten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Aten vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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