Median Income
$65,375
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$114,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.4%
8% lower than US avg
How Anita Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,060
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,375
Per Capita$35,375
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$991M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$114,500
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,787
Health
Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation1,261 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Libraries6
Is Anita a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Anita receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Anita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Anita is $65,375, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Anita is $114,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Anita experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Anita has a population of 1,060 with a density of 596 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).
Population
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.5% |
| 89% below US avg |
The median household income in Anita is $65,375, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,375 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,375 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $942 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,633 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 541 |
| County GDP | $991M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 64 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,055 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
The median home value in Anita is $114,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,787.
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,500 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $161,787 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $717 |
| 38% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,055 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.54% |
In Anita, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Anita vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,565/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
Crime Rates: Anita vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Anita has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.1 inches |
| 2% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 27.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,261 ft (384 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 596/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4437°N, 94.7660°W |
| County FIPS | 19029 |