Home Value $115,000

59% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.1%

67% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.1%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 46.5%

275% higher than US avg

How Andover Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population120

Median Age31.0 yrs

Density667/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans67.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$23,333

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty46.5%

County GDP$2,951M

Commute18 min

Housing

Home Value$115,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units51

Health

Obesity39.1%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking17.7%

Depression22.5%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain34.3 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation727 ft (222 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.1%

High School+98.4%

Graduate+3.1%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute18 min

Broadband44.0%

Libraries7

Is Andover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andover receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Andover faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 46.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andover is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Andover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Andover has a population of 120 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

120

Total Population

667

People / sq mi

31.0yrs

Median Age

20% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.2%

Female 60.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andover is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 46.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$23,333
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,014
IRS Avg AGI	$65,940

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	46.5%
	275% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,498
County GDP	$2,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants	117
Healthcare	128
Retail	162
Manufacturing	60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,438
	27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.9 min
Drive Alone	97.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Andover is $115,000, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$115,000
	59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$738
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$989
3 Bedrooms	$1,282
4 Bedrooms	$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	54.5%
Housing Units	51
Median Year Built	2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,438
	27% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.86%

In Andover, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Andover vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.1%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.7%
	26% above US avg
Binge Drinking	23.7%
Physical Inactivity	24.9%
Depression	22.5%
Mental Distress	18.8%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.9%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	64.1%
Premature Death	8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	76.9%
Healthcare Facilities	128

Andover has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	49.9°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.3 inches
	10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	727 ft (222 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	667/sq mi
Coordinates	41.9801°N, 90.2528°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19045

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%

D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.1%
	67% below US avg
High School+	98.4%
Graduate Degree+	3.1%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	667/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	44.0%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	128
Restaurants	117
Retail Stores	162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.9 min
Drive Alone	97.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Andover, IA

How Andover Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Andover a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Andover vs U.S. Average

Income: Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Andover vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities