Anoka, IN

Indiana

Anoka is a small town in Indiana with a population of 400. Residents earn $34,167 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
400 Population 1,667/sq mi density
$34,167 Median Income $24,312 per capita
$11,800 Home Value
$941 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$34,167 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$11,800 home value, $941/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,167
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $11,800
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $941
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population400
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density1,667/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,167
Per Capita$24,312
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$1,960M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$11,800
Rent$941
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation701 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+83.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Anoka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anoka receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Anoka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anoka is $34,167, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anoka is $11,800, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $941 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Anoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Anoka has a population of 400 with a density of 1,667 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

400
Total Population
1,667
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Anoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Anoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anoka is $34,167, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Anoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,167
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,312
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$55,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)738
County GDP$1,960M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare65
Retail108
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,606
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate22.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home16.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Anoka is $11,800, 96% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $941 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$11,800
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$941
19% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,606
26% below US avg
Effective Rate22.08%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Premature Death9,871/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Anoka has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation701 ft (214 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,667/sq mi
Coordinates40.7235°N, 86.2851°W
County FIPS18017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,667/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants74
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home16.0%

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