Anderson is home to a variety of industries including advanced manufacturing, alternative energy, technology and distribution. Anderson is home to facilities of prominent companies such as Northstar Aerospace, Nestle, Muhlen Sohn and HDP Home Products. The call centers of AT&T and Affiliated Computer Services also provide jobs. The region is also home to a large IBM call center. In addition, Anderson includes jobs for metal and plastic workers and assemblers and fabricators.
The major employment sectors in Anderson Indiana include healthcare, education, accommodation and food services, manufacturing and construction. About 25% of the workforce is employed in sales and office jobs. About 21% of the workforce is employed in management, professional and related occupations.
A list of the largest employers in Anderson Indiana is shown below:
- Remy Worldwide Holdings Inc
- Remy International Inc
- Reman Holdings LLC
- Vista Corporation of Saint John's
- Anderson Community School Corporation
- Community Hospital of Anderson and Madison County
- St John Hospital
- City of Anderson
- Madison County
- E & B Paving Inc
- Park Hossier L P
- Community Ltd Inc
- Frankton-Lapel School Building Corporation
- Carter Logistics LLC
- Resin Partners
- Star Financial Bank
- JP Holdings
- ConAgra Foods
- Baxter International
Some of the most popular jobs filled by college graduates in Anderson include registered nurses, teachers, wholesale and manufacturing sales representatives, medical and health services managers, pharmacists, lawyers, industrial engineers and medical and clinical laboratory technicians.
Notable information regarding Anderson Indiana: The Flagship Enterprise Center acts as a small business incubator as well as a growth stage business accelerator. In 2008 the cost of living index was at 77.1 which is low when compared to the national average of 100. The estimated median household income in 2007 was $36,000. Regarding the adult population, about 14% have a bachelor's degree or better.
Business organizations offering assistance to Anderson companies include:
- Anderson Chamber of Commerce
- Anderson Corporation-Economic Development
- Indiana Economic Development Corporation
The Herald Bulletin offers up-to-date information regarding the business endeavors in Anderson Indiana.