Anderson, MO is a small town in the Midwest with an estimated population of 2,274 people according to the most recent census. Its population density is 842 people per square mile and the US Population Density is 93 people per square mile.
For its small size, Anderson has plenty of activities to offer year-round. There are several local businesses such as the Anderson General Store, Jake's Bar & Grill, and The Feed Mill Café that serve up great food and create a sense of community. Outdoor summer activities include visits to Turner Recreational Center which offers access to two tennis courts, one basketball court, playground equipment and picnic areas as well as a hiking trail provided by Anderson’s Conservation Nature Trail. During the winter months visitors can take advantage of nearby Snow Creek Ski Area for skiing or snowboarding. Other organizations around town include the Anderson Public Library which has programs for all ages as well as being part of the Mid-Continent Public Library system; Anderson R-2 School District which serves more than 1,000 students; and Anderson Lions Club which provides resources for projects that serve youth development and promote community service initiatives. Sports events are also popular in town with high school football games at South Holt High School drawing large crowds during fall season.
The population in Anderson is 2,274. There are 1,000 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Anderson is 33.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Anderson is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Anderson
- 49.1% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 40.4% are married with children
- 16.8% have children, but are single
Race in Anderson
- 62.3% are White
- 1.5% are Black
- 4.8% are Asian
- 2.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 18.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 4.7% Two or more races
- 6.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander