Where is Anderson, California

Written and Fact-checked by | Updated On: August 5, 2026

Anderson is a city in the Shasta Cascade region of Northern California and is part of the Redding metropolitan area in Shasta County. It is located about 10 miles south of Redding and is known for the Anderson River Park, the nearby Sacramento River, and its convenient access to outdoor recreation. The city offers a blend of small-town living and scenic natural surroundings.

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Where is Anderson Located in Shasta County, California

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Where is Anderson Located?

Anderson is a city located in Shasta County, California, the United States. The city is situated in Northern California along Interstate 5, approximately 10 miles (16 km) south of Redding, 55 miles (89 km) north of Red Bluff, and about 160 miles (257 km) north of Sacramento. Anderson is located at 40.4482° North latitude and 122.2978° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 11,323. Anderson covers approximately 6.64 square miles (17.20 sq km). The city is best known for Anderson River Park, its location near the Sacramento River, and its close proximity to Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and Shasta Lake.

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Anderson City Facts

CityAnderson
StateCalifornia
CountyShasta County
CountryUnited States
RegionShasta Cascade, Northern California
Incorporated1956
Founded1872
Total Area6.64 sq mi (17.20 sq km)
Land Area6.57 sq mi (17.02 sq km)
Water Area0.07 sq mi (0.18 sq km)
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Population (2023 estimate)Approximately 11,500
Population (2020 Census)11,323
Population DensityAbout 1,720 people per sq mi
Time ZonePacific Time (PT) (UTC−8/UTC−7)
ZIP Codes96007
Area Code530
Major HighwaysInterstate 5, California State Route 273
Public TransitRABA (Redding Area Bus Authority)
Major AttractionsAnderson River Park, Sacramento River, Anderson Historical Society Museum, Shasta District Fairgrounds
Official Websitehttps://www.cityofanderson.org/

Distance from Anderson, CA to Nearby Cities

  • Redding, CA – 10 miles (16 km)
  • Red Bluff, CA – 24 miles (39 km)
  • Shasta Lake, CA – 18 miles (29 km)
  • Palo Cedro, CA – 13 miles (21 km)
  • Cottonwood, CA – 8 miles (13 km)
  • Mount Shasta, CA – 72 miles (116 km)
  • Corning, CA – 43 miles (69 km)
  • Orland, CA – 63 miles (101 km)
  • Chico, CA – 82 miles (132 km)
  • Willows, CA – 75 miles (121 km)
  • Yreka, CA – 95 miles (153 km)
  • Paradise, CA – 96 miles (154 km)
  • Susanville, CA – 108 miles (174 km)
  • Oroville, CA – 110 miles (177 km)
  • Weed, CA – 78 miles (126 km)
  • Grass Valley, CA – 136 miles (219 km)
  • Sacramento, CA – 160 miles (257 km)
  • Eureka, CA – 150 miles (241 km)
  • Reno, NV – 190 miles (306 km)
  • Medford, OR – 175 miles (282 km)

Top Attractions in Anderson

  • Anderson River Park
  • Sacramento River
  • Shasta District Fairgrounds
  • Anderson Historical Society Museum
  • Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
  • Shasta Lake
  • Turtle Bay Exploration Park (nearby)
  • Sundial Bridge
  • Coleman National Fish Hatchery
  • Clear Creek Greenway Trail

Airports Near Anderson

  • Redding Regional Airport (RDD) – 6 miles (10 km)
  • Benton Field Airport (O85) – 12 miles (19 km)
  • Red Bluff Municipal Airport (RBL) – 24 miles (39 km)
  • Rogers Field Airport (SIY) – 95 miles (153 km)
  • Chico Regional Airport (CIC) – 82 miles (132 km)

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Anderson Website.

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