Explore Anderson, Indiana, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Anderson, Indiana. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Indiana or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Anderson.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Anderson |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| County | Madison County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) |
| Latitude | 40.089766 |
| Longitude | -85.689449 |
| Population | 54,788 |
| Density | 508.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 46016, 46011, 46012, 46013, 46014 |
| Area Code | 260 |
| County Seat | Anderson |
| School District | Anderson Community School Corporation |
Anderson rests upon a landscape defined by the persistent, quiet passage of the White River, which carves a deliberate path through the center of the region’s expansive, fertile plains. It lies 10.9 miles west-southwest of Yorktown, IN (from Yorktown, IN: bearing 244°T), and is situated 8.2 miles north-northeast of Pendleton. The terrain around Anderson is characterized by a mosaic of farmland and woodlot, where the horizon stretches wide and flat under a sky that shifts from pale morning violet to a deep, heavy gold at dusk. Within the immediate footprint of the town, Citizens' Park offers a localized expanse of green space that anchors the urban sprawl, providing a tranquil contrast to the industrious hum of the streets. Those seeking a broader horizon often travel toward the inland expanse of Emerald Lake, which lies fifteen miles away, offering a still reflection of the surrounding temperate woods.
Anderson began as a modest settlement, growing from the strength of the land and the strategic importance of the nearby waterways that facilitated early trade and movement. The settlement flourished as it drew people who sought to cultivate the rich soil and harness the local resources that define this portion of the interior. Over time, the character of Anderson matured through the labor of those who built its brick foundations and established the grids that still dictate the flow of traffic today. This history is not merely a record of dates, but a tangible presence felt in the solid architecture and the enduring pride of a place that remains deeply connected to its origins in the heart of the Midwest.
The economic identity of Anderson has transitioned through the decades, evolving from its early industrial roots into a modern landscape of diverse enterprise. The infrastructure of the region supports a network of commerce and small-scale industry, while local educational institutions like Anderson University provide a steady infusion of intellectual and social vitality. These schools serve as the primary engines for professional growth, training a new generation of workers who navigate a shifting economy with resilience. The roads and public utilities that bind Anderson together reflect a commitment to functionality, ensuring that the daily movement of goods and people continues with a steady, predictable pace.
Culture in Anderson thrives through an appreciation for the seasons, marked by annual festivals that bring a vibrant energy to the streets and a collective focus on community spirit. While professional sports remain a distant spectacle to be viewed on screens, the local passion for basketball is palpable, visible in the frequent sight of courts where the game is played with a rhythmic, percussive intensity. The town claims a legacy that includes influential figures such as the jazz musician Bill Gaither, whose work resonates far beyond these borders. Landmarks of brick and stone offer a sense of continuity, standing as silent witnesses to the evolving rhythms of a populace that values its quiet, inland character and the simple beauty of the plains that stretch toward the horizon.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Anderson, Indiana. Coordinates: 40.089766, -85.689449. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Anderson includes the ZIP code (46016, 46011, 46012), telephone area code (260), county seat of Madison County (Anderson), and school district assignment (Anderson Community School Corporation).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |