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Anderson, IA

Iowa

Anderson is a small town in Iowa with a population of 28.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
28 Population 85/sq mi density
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population28
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans28.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,914
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$394M
Commute17 min

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation995 ft (303 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute17 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries5

Is Anderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anderson receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, 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 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.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Anderson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Anderson has a population of 28 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

28
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Anderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anderson 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: Anderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,914
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$72,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)285
County GDP$394M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare13
Retail30
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,425
2% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Anderson has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates40.7983°N, 95.6085°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.6-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 44.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants14
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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