Moving to Anniston, Missouri

The current estimated population of Anniston, Missouri, is 181, with approximately 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting its rural, agricultural roots.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1890s
  • County Affiliated: Mississippi County
  • Land Area: 0.2 square miles
  • Population Density: 905 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 573
  • Zip Codes: 63820

Geography and Location

Anniston, Missouri, is a small rural town located in southeastern Missouri, within Mississippi County. The town is situated in the Mississippi River Delta region, an area known for its fertile soil and agricultural productivity. Anniston is located about 15 miles from the Mississippi River and is surrounded by farmland, primarily used for growing cotton, soybeans, and corn. The town experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The geography surrounding Anniston is largely flat, with the rich delta soil contributing to the town’s agricultural economy. The town is located near U.S. Route 62, providing access to nearby cities like Charleston and Sikeston. Anniston’s rural setting and small population make it a quiet and peaceful community, ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life in a farming region.

Demographics

Median resident age: 37.9 years
Median household income: $22,232
Median house value: $23,500

Population by Race

Races in Anniston:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.2%)
  • Black (2.5%)

Ancestries: Irish (16.1%), United States (10.5%), German (9.8%), English (3.9%), Dutch (2.1%).

Elevation: 312 feet

Land area: 0.4 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Anniston

  • High school or higher: 54.4%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 0.0%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 0.0%
  • Unemployed: 7.9%
  • Mean travel time to work: 26.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Anniston town

  • Never married: 15.5%
  • Now married: 66.5%
  • Separated: 0.0%
  • Widowed: 7.7%
  • Divorced: 10.3%

0.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -38 (-11.8%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Anniston:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Anniston:

  • CAPE GIRARDEAU REGIONAL (about 32 miles; CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO; Abbreviation: CGI)
  • BARKLEY REGIONAL (about 42 miles; PADUCAH, KY; Abbreviation: PAH)
  • SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (about 65 miles; CARBONDALE/MURPHYSBORO, IL; Abbreviation: MDH)

Other public-use airports nearest to Anniston:

  • MISSISSIPPI COUNTY (about 2 miles; CHARLESTON, MO; Abbreviation: CHQ)
  • SIKESTON MEML MUNI (about 16 miles; SIKESTON, MO; Abbreviation: SIK)
  • CAIRO RGNL (about 18 miles; CAIRO, IL; Abbreviation: CIR)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Anniston:

  • SOUTHEAST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY (about 39 miles; CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO; Full-time enrollment: 7,227)
  • THE UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-MARTIN (about 56 miles; MARTIN, TN; Full-time enrollment: 5,131)
  • SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY-CARBONDALE (about 62 miles; CARBONDALE, IL; Full-time enrollment: 19,742)
  • JOHN A LOGAN COLLEGE (about 67 miles; CARTERVILLE, IL; Full-time enrollment: 4,255)
  • MURRAY STATE UNIVERSITY (about 74 miles; MURRAY, KY; Full-time enrollment: 7,676)
  • UNION UNIVERSITY (about 86 miles; JACKSON, TN; Full-time enrollment: 2,144)
  • JACKSON STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 91 miles; JACKSON, TN; Full-time enrollment: 2,534)