Median Income
$101,250
35% higher than US avg
Home Value
$176,100
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.7%
54% lower than US avg
How Anderson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population160
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans86.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$101,250
Per Capita$41,338
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$413M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$176,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp27°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain14.1 in/yr
Elevation561 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute18 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries3
Is Anderson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Anderson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Anderson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Anderson is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Anderson among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Anderson is $176,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Anderson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 27°F. Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Anderson has a population of 160 with a density of 4 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 4.4% Black.
Population
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
The median household income in Anderson is $101,250, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,250 |
| 35% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $41,338 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,289 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,914 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.7% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $413M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 13 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Anderson is $176,100, 38% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $176,100 |
| 38% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Anderson, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Anderson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.6% |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
Crime Rates: Anderson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Anderson has an average annual temperature of 27°F (-3°C). Winters average -8°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
-8°F Jan (-22°C)
62°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 27.3°F |
| 49% below US avg |
| January Average | -8°F (-22°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 14.1 inches |
| 63% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 42.2 sq mi (109.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 64.3083°N, 149.1632°W |
| County FIPS | 02068 |