Anna, IL

Illinois

Anna is a small town in Illinois with a population of 4,222. Residents earn $36,238 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,222 Population 1,144/sq mi density
$36,238 Median Income $25,577 per capita
$128,200 Home Value $139,379 Zillow
$607 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
320 Violent Crime/100K 4,280 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$36,238 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$128,200 home value, $607/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
320 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,238
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,200
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 320/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $607
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,222
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density1,144/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,238
Per Capita$25,577
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$533M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,200
Rent$607
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,379

Crime

F
Violent320/100K
Property4,280/100K
Murder22.9/100K
Assault183/100K
Burglary641/100K

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Elevation629 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Libraries4

Is Anna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anna receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Anna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anna is $36,238, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anna is $128,200, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $607 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Anna is below the national average at 320 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,280 per 100,000, 118% above the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Anna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Anna has a population of 4,222 with a density of 1,144 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%).

Population

4,222
Total Population
1,144
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Anna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anna is $36,238, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Anna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,238
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,577
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$59,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)329
County GDP$533M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare60
Retail57
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Anna is $128,200, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $607 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,379.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,200
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,379

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$607
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.20%
In Anna, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death10,018/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Anna has a violent crime rate of 320 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,280 per 100,000 (118% above US avg). The murder rate is 22.9 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Anna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent320.4/100K
16% below US avg
Murder22.9/100K
263% above US avg
Rape114.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault183.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,280.2/100K
118% above US avg
Burglary640.9/100K
Theft3,456.2/100K
Vehicle Theft183.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Anna has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation629 ft (192 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Coordinates37.4611°N, 89.2375°W
County FIPS17181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants41
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home4.4%

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