Hanover, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Hanover is a small town in Michigan with a population of 413. Residents earn $68,333 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
413 Population 983/sq mi density
$68,333 Median Income $29,872 per capita
$142,700 Home Value $233,385 Zillow
$938 Median Rent 32.9% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,333 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,700 home value, $938/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,333
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,700
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population413
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density983/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,333
Per Capita$29,872
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$9,061M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,700
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,385
Housing Units167
Rent Burden32.9%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.9%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.5%
Libraries14

Is Hanover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanover receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, 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 $68,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanover is $142,700, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hanover has a population of 413 with a density of 983 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 5.6% Black.

Population

413
Total Population
983
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanover is $68,333, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hanover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,333
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,872
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,973

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,104
County GDP$9,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants259
Healthcare404
Retail484
Manufacturing251

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,416
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanover is $142,700, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,385.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,700
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,385

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$262
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% below US avg
Rent Burden32.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.3%
Housing Units167
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,416
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.80%
In Hanover, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death9,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities404
Hanover has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density983/sq mi
Coordinates42.1005°N, 84.5545°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.23
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density983/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities404
Restaurants259
Retail Stores484

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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