Moving to Aneta, North Dakota
The current estimated population of Aneta, North Dakota, is 194, with approximately 51% male and 49% female. The population has remained small and stable, reflecting the town’s rural nature and close-knit community.
City Facts
- Year Founded: 1893
- County Affiliated: Nelson County
- Land Area: 0.27 square miles
- Population Density: 720 people per square mile
- Area Code: 701
- Zip Codes: 58212
Geography and Location
Aneta, North Dakota, is a small rural town located in Nelson County, in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated in the heart of the Great Plains, surrounded by vast expanses of farmland, primarily used for growing wheat, corn, and soybeans. The town experiences a continental climate, with long, cold winters and short, warm summers, typical of the northern plains. The geography around Aneta is mostly flat, with gently rolling fields and prairies that stretch for miles in every direction. The town is located approximately 70 miles west of Grand Forks, which provides access to larger city amenities. Aneta’s rural setting is ideal for those who enjoy a quiet, agricultural lifestyle, with the community primarily centered around farming and local events. Despite its small size, Aneta has a strong sense of community, with local gatherings and festivals that bring residents together. The surrounding natural environment offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and hiking.
Demographics
Median resident age: 59.7 years
Median household income: $24,792
Median house value: $19,800
Population by Race
Races in Aneta:
- White Non-Hispanic (97.5%)
- American Indian (1.1%)
- Hispanic (0.7%)
- Filipino (0.7%)
Ancestries: Norwegian (46.1%), German (13.7%), Swedish (6.3%), English (3.9%), Irish (2.8%), Italian (1.8%).
Elevation: 1503 feet
Land area: 1.0 square miles
Population by Education
For population 25 years and over in Aneta
- High school or higher: 70.6%
- Bachelor’s degree or higher: 14.2%
- Graduate or professional degree: 3.3%
- Unemployed: 15.9%
- Mean travel time to work: 28.7 minutes
For population 15 years and over in Aneta city
- Never married: 16.6%
- Now married: 54.5%
- Separated: 1.7%
- Widowed: 17.4%
- Divorced: 9.8%
1.1% Foreign born
Population change in the 1990s: -28 (-9.0%).
Hospitals
Hospitals/medical centers near Aneta:
- NELSON COUNTY HEALTH SYSTEM – CAH (about 14 miles; MCVILLE, ND)
- COOPERSTOWN MEDICAL CENTER – CAH (about 19 miles; COOPERSTOWN, ND)
- NORTHWOOD DEACONESS HEALTH CENTER-CAH (about 29 miles; NORTHWOOD, ND)
Airports
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Aneta:
- GRAND FORKS INTL (about 60 miles; GRAND FORKS, ND; Abbreviation: GFK)
- DEVILS LAKE MUNI (about 70 miles; DEVILS LAKE, ND; Abbreviation: DVL)
- JAMESTOWN REGIONAL (about 71 miles; JAMESTOWN, ND; Abbreviation: JMS)
Other public-use airports nearest to Aneta:
- MC VILLE MUNI (about 15 miles; MC VILLE, ND; Abbreviation: 8M6)
- COOPERSTOWN MUNI (about 20 miles; COOPERSTOWN, ND; Abbreviation: S32)
- NORTHWOOD MUNI-VINCE FIELD (about 29 miles; NORTHWOOD, ND; Abbreviation: 4V4)
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Aneta:
- UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA-MAIN CAMPUS (about 66 miles; GRAND FORKS, ND; Full-time enrollment: 9,935)
- NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 88 miles; FARGO, ND; Full-time enrollment: 8,836)
- MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY-MOORHEAD (about 117 miles; MOORHEAD, MN; Full-time enrollment: 6,400)
- CONCORDIA COLLEGE AT MOORHEAD (about 117 miles; MOORHEAD, MN; Full-time enrollment: 2,771)
- NORTH DAKOTA STATE COLLEGE OF SCIENCE (about 136 miles; WAHPETON, ND; Full-time enrollment: 2,176)
- NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY (about 156 miles; ABERDEEN, SD; Full-time enrollment: 2,356)
- BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE (about 201 miles; BISMARCK, ND; Full-time enrollment: 2,205)