Anderson, IN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 57,030 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Anderson is located in east-central Indiana, in Madison County.
Cultural Attractions
Mounds State Park, just east of the city, features prehistoric artifacts.
Recreation
Anderson's trail system boasts 6.5 miles of trails for hiking or biking along the White River.
Historical
Anderson rapidly developed after natural gas was discovered in the area in 1886.
Economy
Small-to-medium-sized manufacturing businesses have been a mainstay in this midwestern town.
| Population [details] | 57,030 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 64.2% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 262.64 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 17.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 29.1 °F/12.83 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.52 °F/60.62 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 36.28 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 40 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.5 |
| State sales tax | 7.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Indianapolis (26.83 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | INDIANAPOLIS INTERNATIONAL (42.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Sporting events |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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