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Andover, NY

New York

Andover is a small town in New York with a population of 968. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
968 Population 968/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $38,895 per capita
$74,300 Home Value $119,731 Zillow
$760 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,300 home value, $760/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population968
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$38,895
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$5,787M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,300
Rent$760
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,731
Housing Units442
Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking16.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries16

Is Andover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andover receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Andover offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Andover is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andover is $74,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Andover has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 54.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Andover has a population of 968 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

968
Total Population
968
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andover is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,895
Avg Weekly Wage$1,387
IRS Avg AGI$69,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,170
County GDP$5,787M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare206
Retail294
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Andover is $74,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,731.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,731

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units442
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,139
161% above US avg
Effective Rate12.30%
In Andover, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death8,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities206
Andover has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall54.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,660 ft (506 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density968/sq mi
Coordinates42.1570°N, 77.7961°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density968/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities206
Restaurants220
Retail Stores294

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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