Home Value $165,600

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.4%

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.7%

81% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 20.5%

65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population214

Median Age31.6 yrs

Density420/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 68%

Veterans7.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,190

Unemployment0.7%

Poverty20.5%

County GDP$1,501M

Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$165,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$531,589

Housing Units128

Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured11.3%

Smoking13.7%

Depression23.2%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain50.8 in/yr

Sunny Days306/yr

Elevation323 ft (98 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.4%

High School+83.6%

Graduate+23.5%

School Score5.13

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%

Commute19 min

Broadband60.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries2

Is Anderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anderson receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Anderson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anderson is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Anderson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Anderson has a population of 214 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.8%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 26.2% Black.

Population

214

Total Population

420

People / sq mi

31.6yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Anderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	87.4%
	11% above US avg
Spanish	12.6%
	6% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anderson is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Anderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,190
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,158
IRS Avg AGI	$70,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.7%
	81% below US avg
Poverty Rate	20.5%
	65% above US avg
Establishments (County)	597
County GDP	$1,501M

Business (County)

Restaurants	44
Healthcare	17
Retail	73
Manufacturing	45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,433
	84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Anderson is $165,600, 41% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $531,589.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$165,600
	41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$531,589

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$895
1 Bedroom	$901
2 Bedrooms	$1,117
3 Bedrooms	$1,339
4 Bedrooms	$1,686

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.0%
Housing Units	128
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,433
	84% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.88%

In Anderson, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	34.6%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	6.1%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.7%
	2% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.6%
Physical Inactivity	24.1%
Depression	23.2%
Mental Distress	18.7%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.4%
Uninsured	11.3%
	31% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	55.6%
Premature Death	9,963/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	31.5%
Healthcare Facilities	17

Anderson has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	69.8°F
	29% above US avg
January Average	53°F (12°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.8 inches
	34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	323 ft (98 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	420/sq mi
Coordinates	30.4868°N, 95.9903°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48185

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.3-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.7%

D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.4%
	25% below US avg
High School+	83.6%
Graduate Degree+	23.5%
School Test Score	5.13

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	420/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	60.0%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	17
Restaurants	44
Retail Stores	73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	71.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.8%

Anderson, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Anderson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Anderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Anderson vs U.S. Average

Income: Anderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Anderson 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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