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Anderson is a city in Madison County, Indiana, United States. It is the principal city of the Anderson, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area which encompasses Madison County. Anderson is located about 25 miles northeast of Indianapolis.

As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 54,036 making it the 24th largest city in Indiana. Anderson was platted in 1827. The city was named for Chief William Anderson, whose mother was a Delaware Indian and whose father was of Swedish descent. Chief Anderson's Indian name was Kikthawenund meaning "makes praying noises."

Population

According to the 2020 census, Anderson had a population of 54,036 residents. The racial makeup of the city was 73.3% White, 20.2% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 2.6% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents of any race made up 5.2% of the population.

There were 22,166 households, of which 28.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them. 39.9% were married couples living together, 16.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 31.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 26.5% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36.3 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.5 males.

History

The area was inhabited for thousands of years by various cultures of indigenous peoples. In the 17th century, the Delaware, Miami and Potawatomi inhabited this area. A French trading post was established near the present day site of Anderson in the 1770s.

Anderson was founded in 1827 by John and Sarah Berry as Berrytown. The town was platted and recorded in 1828 by John Berry. In 1829, the name was changed to Anderson based on the recommendation of William Conner who thought the town should be named after Chief William Anderson. Anderson was incorporated as a town in 1838.

When Madison County was created in 1836, Anderson became the county seat. The rapid growth in Anderson led to it becoming incorporated as a city in 1866. The historic Madison County courthouse was built in 1909.

Anderson grew as an industrial city with several automobile factories like Delco Remy, Guide Lamp, and the Fisher Body Division of General Motors opening plants in the city. This earned Anderson the nickname "Little Detroit". The city saw rapid growth through the 1920s. During the Great Depression and World War II, manufacturing continued to thrive in the city.

In 1970, Anderson was severely impacted by an F4 tornado that caused heavy damage to the downtown area. The city was rebuilt but many residents moved to the suburbs. The population declined until the 1990s when it began to stabilize.

Over the years, Anderson has struggled with population decline and loss of jobs due to deindustrialization. However, it remains the economic hub of Madison County.

Economy

Anderson has a diverse economy with major sectors including advanced manufacturing, healthcare, education, and retail. Historically, the city was known as a center for auto parts and manufacturing. Major employers in Anderson today include:

• St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital - 2600 employees
• Anderson Community Schools - 1,336 employees
• Hoosier Park Racing & Casino - 1,300 employees
• Red Gold - 700 employees
• Walmart - 500 employees
• Payless Super Markets - 375 employees
• City of Anderson - 325 employees

Other major employers are focused on auto parts manufacturing, metal stamping and fabrication, plastics, food production, insurance, commercial printing, and technology.

For additional information on the economy and major employers in Anderson see: Major Employers on the City of Anderson website.

Landmarks and Tourism

Some of the notable landmarks and attractions in Anderson, Indiana include:

Anderson Center for the Arts

The Anderson Center for the Arts is a regional cultural center with a 400 seat theatre, art galleries, and studios located in downtown Anderson. The Center offers exhibits, performances, classes, and events year-round.

Anderson Center for the Arts website

203 E 4th St, Anderson, IN 46016

(765) 643-5775

Mounds State Park

Mounds State Park contains some of the best preserved mounds built by prehistoric Native Americans in Indiana dating back to the Adena and Hopewell cultures. The park features hiking trails, a visitor center with museum, and camping.

Mounds State Park website

4306 Mounds Rd, Anderson, IN 46017

(765) 649-8128

Anderson County Museum

The Anderson County Museum is located in the historic Carnegie library building and contains exhibits on the history of Anderson and Madison County.

Anderson County Museum website

PO Box 738, Anderson, IN 46015

(765) 683-0077

Public Library

The Anderson Public Library serves the residents of Anderson and Madison County. The Main Library is located downtown with four branch locations throughout the county.

Anderson Public Library website

111 E. 12th St., Anderson, IN 46016

(765) 641-2456

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Anderson is provided by Anderson Transit System (ATS). ATS operates nine bus routes with service Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturday from 9 AM to 3 PM.

Anderson Transit System website

220 E. 11th St, Anderson, IN 46016

(765) 649-4265

School Districts

Public schools in Anderson are part of the Anderson Community School Corporation which serves all of Anderson and adjacent parts of Madison County. The district has 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school.

Anderson Community School Corporation website

1670 W 22nd St, Anderson, IN 46016

(765) 641-2080

Nearby school districts serving other parts of Madison County include:

Frankton-Lapel Community Schools

7760 S 600 W, Frankton, IN 46044

(765) 754-7355

Alexandria Community School Corporation

312 N Harrison St, Alexandria, IN 46001

(765) 724-4496

Elwood Community School Corporation

1404 N 19th St, Elwood, IN 46036

(765) 552-9841

South Madison Community School Corporation

203 South Heritage Way, Pendleton, IN 46064

(765) 778-2152

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources and community websites for Anderson, Indiana:

City of Anderson - Official city government website

120 E. 8th Street, Anderson, IN 46016

(765) 648-6000

Madison County - Website for Madison County government

Madison County Government Center, 16 E 9th St, Anderson, IN 46016

(765) 641-9470

Visit Anderson Madison County - Convention and visitors bureau tourism website

City of Anderson Facebook - Official Facebook page for the City of Anderson

Hoosier Park Racing & Casino - Racing track and casino located in Anderson

4500 Dan Patch Circle, Anderson, IN 46013

(765) 642-0500

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