Andover, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Andover is a small town in Ohio with a population of 680. Residents earn $54,821 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
680 Population 489/sq mi density
$54,821 Median Income $25,762 per capita
$117,900 Home Value $65,275 Zillow
$729 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,821 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,900 home value, $729/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,821
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,900
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.2%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population680
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,821
Per Capita$25,762
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$4,396M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,900
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$65,275
Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation1,087 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Broadband73.2%
Libraries10

Is Andover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andover receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $54,821, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Andover is $117,900, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Andover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 89.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Andover has a population of 680 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

680
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Andover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andover is $54,821, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Andover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,821
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,762
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$55,518

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,250
County GDP$4,396M

Business (County)

Restaurants245
Healthcare186
Retail297
Manufacturing150

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Andover is $117,900, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $65,275.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,900
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$65,275
Median List Price$129,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$129,000
$/Sq Ft$37
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio76.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,978
14% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Andover, 46.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.4% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.2%
44% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression31.4%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death10,961/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.6%
Healthcare Facilities186

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Andover has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall89.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,087 ft (331 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates41.6062°N, 80.5684°W
County FIPS39007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin. 73.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.2%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities186
Restaurants245
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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