Anna Illinois Map

About Anna, Illinois

Anna is a locality in Union County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,196. The population density is 441.4 people per km². Anna is located at 37.4603°N, 89.2470°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62906.

Anna rests in a landscape shaped by the ancient forces that carved the Shawnee National Forest, where rolling hills meet the broader expanse of southern Illinois. It lies 18.3 miles north-east of Cape Girardeau, MO (from Cape Girardeau, MO: bearing 54°T), and is situated 1.3 miles east-north-east of Jonesboro. The land here is a study in subtle transitions, from dense woodlands that hold the cool, damp breath of shaded ravines to open fields where sunlight spills generously across the cultivated earth. Mature oak and hickory trees form a verdant canopy, their branches reaching towards a sky that often holds a soft, diffused light, particularly in the late afternoon. The air carries the scent of damp soil after a rain and the sweet, resinous perfume of pine. The history of Anna is intertwined with the fertile land and the robust spirit of those who settled it, drawn by the promise of agriculture and the rich mineral veins beneath the surface. Once a hub for iron production in the 19th century, the echoes of that industrial past can still be felt, though the economy has largely shifted to agriculture, with apple orchards and vineyards dotting the surrounding countryside. The annual Union County Fair, a vibrant showcase of local produce, crafts, and community spirit, draws visitors from far and wide, underscoring Anna's deep connection to its agricultural roots and its enduring traditions. The quiet dignity of its well-preserved historic buildings speaks to a past that continues to inform the present character of Anna.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Anna, Illinois with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Anna and Union County.

Detailed location data for Anna includes the ZIP code (62906), telephone area code (618), county seat of Union County (Jonesboro), and school district assignment (Anna Jonesboro Community High School District 81). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Anna is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.