Hanover, AL

Alabama

Hanover is a small town in Alabama with a population of 163. Residents earn $105,429 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
163 Population 39/sq mi density
$105,429 Median Income $35,410 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,429 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,429
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age27.9 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,429
Per Capita$35,410
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,496M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Elevation771 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+72.4%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries5

Is Hanover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanover receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hanover offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanover is $105,429, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Hanover among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hanover has a population of 163 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 27.9 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

163
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
27.9yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanover is $105,429, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hanover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,429
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,410
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$54,961

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,578
County GDP$4,496M

Business (County)

Restaurants125
Healthcare138
Retail254
Manufacturing91

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,668
52% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,668
52% below US avg
In Hanover, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma8.2%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression20.6%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate62.3%
Premature Death15,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities138

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Hanover has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.1 inches
50% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates33.0029°N, 86.2009°W
County FIPS01121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+72.4%
School Test Score4.40
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities138
Restaurants125
Retail Stores254

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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