Andover, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Andover is a small town in Illinois with a population of 425. Residents earn $68,281 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
425 Population 429/sq mi density
$68,281 Median Income $33,666 per capita
$139,600 Home Value
$906 Median Rent 18.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,281 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value, $906/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,281
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population425
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density429/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,281
Per Capita$33,666
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$2,048M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation769 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+98.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries9

Is Andover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andover receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Andover stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Andover is $68,281, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andover is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.3% 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 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Andover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Andover has a population of 425 with a density of 429 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

425
Total Population
429
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andover is $68,281, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,281
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,666
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$74,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,020
County GDP$2,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare90
Retail148
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Andover is $139,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg
Median List Price$227,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$227,500
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below US avg
Rent Burden18.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Effective Rate4.11%
In Andover, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death7,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities90

Crime Rates: Andover vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Andover has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation769 ft (234 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density429/sq mi
Coordinates41.2949°N, 90.2907°W
County FIPS17073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.5-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density429/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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