Anderson was born in Lyngstad in the municipality of Gran, Norway.[2] He settled with his parents in Argyle, Wisconsin in 1851. There he became involved in business and farming. He married Lucinda A. Million (1841–1924) in 1862, and they had four children.[2] He died in Neligh, Nebraska in 1916.[2]
Anderson was a member of the Assembly during the 1877 session.[3] Other positions he held include chairman (similar to mayor) and town clerk of Argyle. He was a Republican.[4]
