Hanover, NM

New Mexico

Hanover is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 276. Residents earn $32,194 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
276 Population 197/sq mi density
$32,194 Median Income $18,338 per capita
$95,400 Home Value $199,263 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$32,194 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,194
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher 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

Population276
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,194
Per Capita$18,338
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,407M

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,263

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation6,364 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
CommuteN/A
Broadband92.0%
Libraries3

Is Hanover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanover receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hanover stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanover is $32,194, 57% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanover is $95,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Hanover has a population of 276 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67%).

Population

276
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.4%
Female 32.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.2%
22% below US avg
Spanish38.8%
190% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanover is $32,194, which is 57% below 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.

Income: Hanover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,194
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,338
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)743
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare74
Retail82
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanover is $95,400, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,263.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Hanover, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Hanover has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,364 ft (1,940 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates32.8148°N, 108.0897°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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