Anderson

Madison County, Indiana

Population 132K |Median income $63,037 |3 hospitals

Population

131,900

Madison County

Median Income

$63,037

-7% vs avg

Median Home Value

$161,300

-29% vs avg

Median Age

40.9

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

132K+1%

Median Income

$63,037+46%

Median Home Value

$161,300+74%

Poverty Rate

13.4%-23%

Unemployment

5.9%-50%

Economics

Median Rent

$939/mo

Poverty Rate

13.4% -6% vs avg

Unemployment 5.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20.5%

Work From Home 10.4%

Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 83.6%

African American 6.1%

Two or More Ethnicities 4.2%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

40.6%

Short Sleep Duration

37.1%

Obesity

36.4%

Physical Inactivity

29.1%

Current Smoking

18.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

18.3%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.9%

Binge Drinking

14.7%

Diabetes

14%

Current Asthma

11.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 57.7%

Annual Checkup 80.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

Coronary Heart Disease

7.5%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF ANDERSON AND MADISON COUNTY

ANDERSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

ASCENSION ST VINCENT ANDERSON

ANDERSON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Anderson Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Anderson, IN? ▼

Anderson, IN has a population of 131,900 people, located in Madison County, Indiana.

What is the median household income in Anderson? ▼

The median household income in Anderson, IN is $63,037 per year. The poverty rate is 13.4%.

What is the median home value in Anderson? ▼

The median home value in Anderson, IN is $161,300. Median rent is $939/month.

What are the top health concerns in Anderson? ▼

The top health indicators in Anderson include High Blood Pressure (40.6%), Short Sleep Duration (37.1%), Obesity (36.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Anderson? ▼

Anderson has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Anderson? ▼

The median age in Anderson, IN is 40.9 years. 20.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Anderson, IN is located in Madison County, Indiana. With a population of 132K and a median household income of $63,037, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Anderson area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Madison County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.