Anderson, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Madison County County
Anderson, IN
At a Glance
How Anderson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Anderson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Anderson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Anderson residents earn a median household income of $47,221 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,479. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,484 business establishments, including 230 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Anderson is $104,300 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $135,767. Median rent is $909/month, with 29.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Anderson reports 425 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,271/100K. The murder rate is 5.4/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Anderson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Anderson has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.