Andover, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Andover is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 716. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
716 Population 530/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $40,985 per capita
$355,400 Home Value $550,364 Zillow
$1,549 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$355,400 home value, $1,549/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $355,400
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,549
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population716
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density530/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$40,985
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$74,395M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$355,400
Rent$1,549
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$550,364
Housing Units309
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity25.8%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking11.3%
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation667 ft (203 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+85.6%
Graduate+10.4%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute39 min
Broadband96.7%
Libraries37

Is Andover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andover receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andover is $355,400, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,549 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Andover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°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 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Andover has a population of 716 with a density of 530 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.3%).

Population

716
Total Population
530
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.7%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.3%
44% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Andover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andover is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,985
Avg Weekly Wage$1,946
IRS Avg AGI$156,784

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,002
County GDP$74,395M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,349
Healthcare1,822
Retail1,639
Manufacturing496

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Andover is $355,400, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,549 (33% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $550,364.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$355,400
26% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$550,364

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,549
33% above US avg
Rent Burden33.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.2%
Housing Units309
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,570
288% above US avg
Effective Rate3.82%
In Andover, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 18.9% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits71.9%
Premature Death4,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Andover has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density530/sq mi
Coordinates40.9857°N, 74.7437°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.7-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+85.6%
Graduate Degree+10.4%
School Test Score6.24
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density530/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.7%
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities1,822
Restaurants1,349
Retail Stores1,639

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home11.1%

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