Anna, Illinois facts for kids
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Anna, Illinois
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The Anna State Asylum, built in 1869 in the Kirkbride Plan was a rambling four-story structure, part of which was destroyed in separate incidents, but most of which is still standing as the central complex to the C.L. Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center.
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Location of Anna in Union County, Illinois
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 Anna, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Anna, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Illinois | ||
| County | Union | ||
| Platted | March 3, 1854 | ||
| Incorporated | February 16, 1865 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.58 sq mi (9.27 km2) | ||
| • Land | 3.56 sq mi (9.22 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,303 | ||
| • Density | 1,209/sq mi (467/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
62906
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| Area code(s) | 618 | ||
| FIPS code | 17-01543 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 2393961 | ||
Anna is a city in Union County, Illinois, United States. It is the biggest city and main shopping area in the county. Anna is located in Southern Illinois.
In 2020, about 4,303 people lived there. Anna is often linked with its close neighbor, Jonesboro. The main public high school for both towns is even named after them. Anna is also home to the Choate Mental Health and Development Center, a state facility that opened in 1869.
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History of Anna
Anna was officially planned out on March 3, 1854. The city was named after the wife of the person who founded the town. It became an official city on February 16, 1865.
Where is Anna Located?
Anna is located at 37°27′40″N 89°14′20″W / 37.46111°N 89.23889°W.
The city covers a total area of about 3.5 square miles (9.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
People Living in Anna
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 769 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,269 | 65.0% | |
| 1880 | 1,494 | 17.7% | |
| 1890 | 2,295 | 53.6% | |
| 1900 | 2,618 | 14.1% | |
| 1910 | 2,809 | 7.3% | |
| 1920 | 3,019 | 7.5% | |
| 1930 | 3,436 | 13.8% | |
| 1940 | 4,092 | 19.1% | |
| 1950 | 4,380 | 7.0% | |
| 1960 | 4,280 | −2.3% | |
| 1970 | 4,766 | 11.4% | |
| 1980 | 5,408 | 13.5% | |
| 1990 | 4,805 | −11.2% | |
| 2000 | 5,136 | 6.9% | |
| 2010 | 4,442 | −13.5% | |
| 2020 | 4,303 | −3.1% | |
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In 2010, there were 4,442 people living in Anna. There were 1,893 households and 1,097 families. This means there were about 1,269 people per square mile.
Most people in Anna were White (95.7%). About 1.1% were African American, and other groups made up smaller percentages. About 2.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Anna was 42.8 years old. About 22.7% of the population was 19 years old or younger.
Schools in Anna
Anna has several public schools. These include Anna Jr. High School, Davie School, and Lincoln School. All of these are part of Anna District #37. Students from Anna also attend Anna-Jonesboro Community High School District #81.
Famous People from Anna
- James E. Bonner: A major general in the U.S. Army.
- Delos Brown: A baseball player for the Chicago White Sox.
- Kenneth Buzbee: A politician.
- Clyde L. Choate: A politician and soldier.
- Townsend F. Dodd: A famous aviator (pilot).
- George M.C. Fisher: Former CEO of big companies like Motorola and Kodak.
- Frank E. Midkiff: A High Commissioner for the Trust Territory of the Pacific.
- King Neptune: A famous pig that helped raise money for war bonds.
- Frank Willard: A cartoonist.
See Also
In Spanish: Anna (Illinois) para niños
