Anita
City in Cass County, Iowa

Anita is a city in Cass County, Iowa, with 963 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,276 ft (389 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Wiota, 6.9 miles SW.
- 963residents (2020 Census)
- 1,276 ftelevation · 389 m
- 1.8 sq miland area · 4.6 km²
- 540 / sq mipopulation density
- 50020ZIP code
About Anita
Anita is a city in Cass County, Iowa, United States, platted in 1869 and incorporated in 1875. The population was 963 at the 2020 census. Lake Anita State Park is located just outside the town.
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Living in Anita
- Median household income
- $66,307
- Median home value
- $134,400
- Median rent
- $579/mo
- Median age
- 45.4
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Anita had 963 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 963 |
|---|---|
| Density | 540 per sq mi (209 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Anita at a glance
| State | Iowa (IA) |
|---|---|
| County | Cass County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 963 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.78 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Coordinates | 41.4437° N, 94.7660° W |
| ZIP code | 50020 |
| Official website | anitaiowa.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1902260 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Anita
- Wiota6.9 mi SW
- Adair7.4 mi NE
- Brayton11.0 mi NW
- Exira11.8 mi NW
- Cumberland13.0 mi SW
- Massena13.3 mi S
- Casey13.4 mi E
- Atlantic13.7 mi W
- Bridgewater14.5 mi S
- Fontanelle15.1 mi SE
- Marne17.9 mi W
- Elk Horn18.4 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Anita
What county is Anita in?
Anita is in Cass County, Iowa.
What is the population of Anita, IA?
963 people lived in Anita at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Anita, IA?
The ZIP code of Anita is 50020.
What is the elevation of Anita?
1,276 feet (389 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Anita?
Wiota (6.9 mi), Adair (7.4 mi), Brayton (11.0 mi), Exira (11.8 mi), Cumberland (13.0 mi).
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