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Hanover, VA

Virginia · Hanover County · Richmond Metro

Hanover is a small town in Virginia with a population of 52.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
52 Population 44/sq mi density
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
260 Violent Crime/100K 3,725 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
260 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 260/100K
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% 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

Population52
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,225M

Housing

Ownership100.0%
Zillow$410,221
Housing Units98
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

F
Violent260/100K
Property3,725/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking11.2%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation100 ft (30 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.72

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Broadband35.0%
EV Stations15
Libraries6

Is Hanover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanover receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hanover has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hanover is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,725 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hanover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hanover has a population of 52 with a density of 44 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.2% female and 53.8% male. The city is predominantly Black (55.8%), with 44.2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.4% of residents, while 14.6% speak Spanish. 35.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

52
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish 14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanover vs U.S. Average

The average weekly wage is $1,072, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,310 business establishments, including 237 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hanover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,072
IRS Avg AGI$103,253
Gini Index0.419 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,310
County GDP$9,225M

Business (County)

Restaurants237
Healthcare308
Retail365
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,963
13% above US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $410,221. Fair market rent ranges from $1,507 for a one-bedroom to $1,655 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 98 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $3,963. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$410,221

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,442
1 Bedroom$1,507
2 Bedrooms$1,655
3 Bedrooms$2,072
4 Bedrooms$2,553

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,963
13% above US avg
In Hanover, 32.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 28.0% have high blood pressure. 11.2% are current smokers. 17.1% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 5.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,378. The dentist ratio is 1:1,394. 85.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,378
Dentists1:1,394
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits73.1%
Premature Death6,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access85.7%
Healthcare Facilities308
Hanover has a violent crime rate of 260 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,725 per 100,000, 90% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 17 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hanover receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent260.2/100K
32% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,724.5/100K
90% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents46
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Hanover enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 100 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation100 ft (30 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates37.7721°N, 77.3750°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyHanover County County
Nearest AirportRichmond International (RIC)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.8"
21% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.09"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.1%
Unhealthy Days0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0435 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score53.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience88.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 6, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M5.8 52 km
Aug 25, 2011 8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M4.5 56 km
Aug 24, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M4.2 53 km
Oct 21, 1998 13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.8 102 km
Mar 15, 1991 7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.8 47 km
May 5, 2003 Virginia M3.6 54 km
Aug 24, 2011 16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.4 51 km
Sep 1, 2011 7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M3.4 53 km
Sep 22, 2001 5 km E of Pantops, Virginia M3.2 94 km
May 22, 2014 15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia M3.1 67 km
Jan 30, 2012 9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia M3.1 57 km
Oct 2, 2010 10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia M3.0 16 km
Oct 12, 2011 9 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 57 km
Mar 26, 2012 13 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 56 km
May 6, 2025 8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.0 102 km
Aug 3, 1995 13 km N of Williamsburg, Virginia M2.9 73 km
Mar 15, 2015 6 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 55 km
Aug 23, 2011 9 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 52 km
Apr 21, 1998 1 km NNW of Free Union, Virginia M2.8 114 km
Jan 14, 2025 1 km NNE of Wyndham, Virginia M2.8 22 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Arthur (2014, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2014 Arthur Category 2 276 km
2011 Irene Category 1 182 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 123 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 156 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 256 km
1993 Emily Category 3 294 km
1991 Bob Category 3 292 km
1986 Charley Category 1 179 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 227 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

383 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 18 fatalities, 564 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 28, 2002 EF4 88 km 3
Aug 6, 1993 EF4 64 km 4
Feb 24, 2016 EF3 33 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 91 km 2
Sep 17, 2004 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 1, 1998 EF3 25 km 2
Aug 6, 1993 EF3 73 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 30 km 1
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 79 km 0
May 4, 1990 EF3 64 km 0
Oct 14, 1986 EF3 65 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 62 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 53 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 93 km 0
Jan 26, 1978 EF3 81 km 1
Jul 9, 1977 EF3 55 km 0
Nov 2, 1966 EF3 59 km 0
Sep 30, 1959 EF3 82 km 0
May 3, 2021 EF2 73 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 93 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OLD STAGE ROAD (2,238 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 OLD STAGE ROAD 2,238 88 km
2011 CHOPPING ROAD 889 55 km
1999 NCO 816 86 km
2008 GOLD HILL 807 94 km
2017 VAGDR FY17 RX DGIF SUPPORT 674 97 km
2019 VAJRR-FY19-RX-FUEL REDUCTION 514 59 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
March 47°F (9°C) 3.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
November 49°F (9°C) 3.3 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in

Hanover has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (3.0").

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Hanover is located in Hanover County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.4% of the vote, a 25.8-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 15 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 308 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.6%

Winner: Republican by 25.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
Traffic Accidents46
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.72
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyHanover County County

Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Avg Download Speed93.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations15
Alt Fuel Stations15
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities308
Restaurants237
Retail Stores365

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Hanover. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,052
Toddler$850
Preschool$832
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$727
Toddler$603
Preschool$600
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hanover County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 7,659 352 $44,599 1.29
Health Care & Social Assistance 6,494 688 $65,616 0.76
Transportation & Warehousing 6,346 114 $32,910 2.52
Construction 6,229 617 $74,486 1.99
Wholesale Trade 4,889 291 $82,955 2.09
Accommodation & Food Services 3,984 243 $24,088 0.74
Administrative & Waste Services 3,872 261 $42,082 1.11
Manufacturing 3,355 174 $68,471 0.69
Professional & Technical Services 2,664 517 $82,866 0.64
Arts & Entertainment 2,334 64 $22,873 2.33
Other Services 1,708 349 $50,749 0.95
Educational Services 860 45 $47,519 0.70
Finance & Insurance 801 167 $94,634 0.33
Real Estate 719 185 $63,400 0.78
Management of Companies 518 26 $126,339 0.52
Information & Technology 437 54 $48,398 0.39
Agriculture & Forestry 435 30 $41,347 0.90
Unclassified 129 53 $50,066 1.55
Utilities 59 8 $119,609 0.26
Mining & Oil/Gas 55 6 $81,749 0.24

Radio Stations near Hanover

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92.5 The Breeze AAC
Death.FM death, death.fm broadcasts a brutal & beautiful blend of black MP3 128 kbps
The Breeze (UM) MP3 320 kbps
106.1 The Breeze adult contemporary AAC
WCVEFM news, public radio MP3 64 kbps
100.9 The Breeze AAC
The Breeze AAC
La Pantera 101.7 FM mexican music MP3 128 kbps
97.7 The Bay MP3 128 kbps
100.7 The Bay classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Hanover

1 campgrounds found near Hanover.

National Parks Near Hanover

54 national parks and monuments found near Hanover.

ParkTypeFee
Bear Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Belle Isle State Park State Park Free
Caledon State Park State Park Free
Calvert Cliffs Sp State Park Free
Chapel Point Sp State Park Free
Chapman Sp State Park Free
Chippokes Plantation State Park State Park Free
Colonial National Historical Park National Historical Park $15
Croom Nrma State Park Free
Fort Foote Park Park Free
Fort Washington Park Park Free
Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park National Military Park Free
Full Mill Branch Nrma State Park Free
George Washington Birthplace National Monument National Monument Free
Green Springs Free
Greenwell Sp State Park Free
Hall Creek NRMA (DNR) State Park Free
Harmony Hall Free
Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
House Creek Nrma State Park Free
Kings Landing Nrma State Park Free
Lake Anna State Park State Park Free
Leesylvania State Park State Park Free
Machicomoco State Park State Park Free
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Mason Neck State Park State Park Free
Mattawoman Nea State Park Free
MATTAWOMAN NEA - Mattawoman Wildland State Park Free
Maxwell Hall Nrma State Park Free
Merkle Nrma State Park Free
Middle Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Milltown Landing Nrma State Park Free
Nanjemoy Natural Resource Management Area State Park Free
Newtowne Neck Sp State Park Free
Petersburg National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Piscataway Park Park Free
Pocahontas State Park State Park Free
Powhatan State Park State Park Free
Prince William Forest Park Park $20
Richmond National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Sailors Creek Battlefield Historic State Park State Park Free
Sailors Creek Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Smallwood Sp State Park Free
Spice Creek Nrma State Park Free
St Marys River Sp State Park Free
St. Clements Island Sp State Park Free
Thomas Stone National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Twin Lakes State Park State Park Free
Westmoreland State Park State Park Free
Widewater State Park State Park Free
York River State Park State Park Free
Yorktown Battlefield Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
Zekiah Swamp Nea State Park Free
ZEKIAH SWAMP NEA - Zekiah Swamp Wildland State Park Free

Museums in Hanover

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FLIPPO GALLERYART MUSEUM8047527200$74,588,035
VIRGINIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION428 NORTH BLVD8043584901$14,514,315
VIRGINIA HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8043534251$14,514,315
TREDEGAR IRON WORKSHISTORY MUSEUM500 TREDEGAR ST8047801865$12,305,040
SCIENCE MUSEUM OF VIRGINIASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2500 W BROAD ST8048641400$7,674,611
MAYMONT FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8043587166$6,339,699
VALENTINE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8046490711$4,441,848
RICHMOND CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM8044747000$4,178,423
MUSEUM OF THE CONFEDERACYGENERAL MUSEUM8046491861$1,766,682
BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM00 CLAY STREET8047809093$1,349,320
BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER OF VAHISTORY MUSEUMPO BOX 610528047809093$1,349,320
LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8042629887$1,227,635
VIRGINIA HOLOCAUST MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8042575400$875,646
LIBRARY OF VIRGINIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION8046923500$739,337
ORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8043539226$660,627
ST. JOHN'S CHURCHHISTORIC PRESERVATION2401 EAST BROAD STREET8046485015$514,157
VIRGINIA CIVIL WAR TRAILSHISTORIC PRESERVATION8047822777$483,807
VIRGINIA WAR MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION8047862060$430,258
ROCKVILLE CENTERVILLE STEAM GAS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$381,963
POE FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM8046485523$378,347
1708 GALLERYART MUSEUM8046437829$328,248
FRENCH REGIONAL AMERICAN MUSEUMEXCHANGEGENERAL MUSEUM$242,346
JOHN MARSHALL HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8046487998$177,624
COUNCIL FOR AMERICAS FIRST FREEDOMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8046431786$163,670
OLD DOMINION RAILWAY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8042336237$148,166
VIRGINIANS FOR ARTSART MUSEUM1 E CARY ST8046442787$132,147
ELEGBA FOLKLORE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8046443900$99,185
FOLK ART SOCIETY OF AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION1904 BYRD AVENUE8042854532$52,347
JAMES MONROE MUSEUM & MEMORIAL LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM5406541043$31,880
ART6 GALLERYART MUSEUM$25,719
JAMESTOWN SLAVE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$8,000
TOTOPOTOMOY CREEK BATTLEFIELD AT RURAL PLAINSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$1,106
AGECROFT HALLHISTORIC PRESERVATION8043534241
ALLEN E ROBERTS MASONIC LIBRARYHISTORY MUSEUM8042223110
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR CENTER AT HISTORIC TREDEGARGENERAL MUSEUM
AMERICAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ANDERSON GALLERYART MUSEUM
APVA-SCOTCHTOWNGENERAL MUSEUM8046481889
ART METALLIC GRAPHICSGENERAL MUSEUM8043532676
ASH ENTERPRISES INTERNATIONALGENERAL MUSEUM8045432499
ASHLAND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM105 HANOVER AVENUE8043687314
BACON'S CASTLEGENERAL MUSEUM
BEARING GROUNDGENERAL MUSEUM8044185770
CENTRAL VIRGINIA HISTORIC PRESERVATIONARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
COLUMBIA RIFLESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
EDGAR ALLEN POE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1914 EAST MAIN STREET8046485523
FEDERAL RESERVE MONEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
GOOCHLAND HERITAGE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM8047413936
HANOVER COUNTY BLACK HERITAGE SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM
HANOVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION13182 HANOVER COURTHOUSE ROAD8044496702
HENRICO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1590 E PARHAM RD8045015682
HERITAGE AND HISTORY OF HANOVER COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE US DIST COURT FOR EASTERN DIST OFHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IMAX DOME AND PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2500 WEST BROAD STREET
JOEL AND LILA HARNETT MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM8042898276
JOEL AND LILA HARNETT PRINT STUDY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM8042898276
LORA ROBINS GALLERY OF DESIGN FROM NATUREART MUSEUM
MAGGIE L. WALKER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8047712017
MARSH ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
MEADOW FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8045012130
PICKETT SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RICHMOND HISTORIC RIVERFRONT FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION115 S 15TH ST 2018047751812
RICHMOND LINKS - 3321 MONUMENT AVENUEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RICHMOND NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION8047712017
SAINT ANDREWS SOCIETY OF RICHMOND VIRGINIAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCIENCE PLACESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8043401777
TAMAROA MARITIME FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
U.S. HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4019 MACARTHUR AVE8042629403
UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM8042898276
VIRGINIA BAPTIST HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION28 WESTHAMPTON WAY8042898434
VIRGINIA FIRE AND POLICE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8046441849
VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM8043401580
VIRGINIA STATE ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATION
VIRGINIA STATE PARKSGENERAL MUSEUM8047864388
WAR BIRDS ON REVUEHISTORY MUSEUM

Libraries in Hanover

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HENRICO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY1700 NORTH PARHAM ROAD0.02,032,388
RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY101 EAST FRANKLIN STREET0.01,034,533
PAMUNKEY REGIONAL LIBRARY7527 LIBRARY DRIVE0.0564,778

Farmers Markets in Hanover

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
17th Street Farmers Market100 North 17th St.06/08/2017 to Thu: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
Ashland Farmers Market101 Thompson St.05/07/2016 to 11/05/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Byrd House MarketIdlewood Ave and S. Linden St.05/07/2013 to 10/29/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Farmers Market@St. Stephen's6000 Grove Ave04/05/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Lakeside Farmers Market - Saturday - year round6110 Lakeside Avenue01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Lakeside Farmers' Market1606 lakeside ave.01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Monument Market2581 Monument Avenue
New Highland Baptist Church Farmers Market9200 New Ashcake Road05/16/2018 to 10/17/2018Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
RT 639 Farmers Market7278 Ladysmith Road, 05/17/2018 to 09/13/2018Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;
Sunday Brunch Market2880 Mountain Road05/03/2015 to 10/25/2015Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
The Carytown Farmers Market3201 West Cary Street04/23/2017 to 10/29/2017Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Tricycle Gardens Four Season Farmers' Market 31st Street Baptist Church, 823 North 31st StreetThu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Virginia Street Farmers Market114 Virginia StreetMay to OctoberThu:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Hanover

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blind Dog Cafe
Crossroads Italian Bistro
El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant
Hanover Tavern

Monuments in Hanover

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanover Confederate Soldiers Monument

Gas Stations in Hanover

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanover County Fleet
Shell

Banks in Hanover

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Bank and Trust Company

Breweries in Hanover

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
7 Hills Brewing CompanyBrewery Shockoe Slip100 S 15th St
Ardent Craft Ales BreweryBrewery Carytown - Museum District, Brewery3200 W Leigh StVisit
Baron Von Crimson-staches LabBrewery5620 Bloomingdale Ave8042404266
Blue Bee CiderBrewery1320 Summit Ave
Buskey CiderBrewery and Winery Carytown - Museum District2910 W Leigh St8043550100Visit
Commercial Taphouse, Commercial Taphouse GrillTake Out Restaurants, Bars, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Gastropub, Brewery, and Bar, Nightlife, Gastr111 N Robinson St8043596544
Final Gravity Brewing Co.Brewery6118 Lakeside Ave8042644808
Firebirds Wood Fired GrillAmerican Restaurant, Steakhouse, Seafood Restaurant, Kids Store, Comedy Club, Cosmetics Shop, Miscel11800 W Broad St8042371684, 8043600022, 8042853473, 8043603681, 80
Garden Grove Brewing Companyshop, shades, Restaurants, home and garden, Beer & Ale, used merchandise, Home Stores Home Furnishin3445 W Cary St8043580386, 8049186158Visit
Hardywood Park Craft BreweryBrewery, Beer Garden, and Event Space, Brewery, Beer Garden, and Event Space Carytown - Museum Distr2408 Ownby Ln(804) 420-2420, 8044202420Visit
Isley Brewing CompanyBrew Pubs, Brewery Carytown - Museum District, Brewery, Beer & Ale1715 Summit Ave8044990721, 8047164008, 8047162132Visit
Jack and Laura's New HouseBrewery, VA>Brewery823 Arlington Cir
Keagan's Irish Pub & RestaurantPub, Brewery, Cocktail Bar2251 Old Brick Rd8043609240Visit
Legend Brewing CompanyBars, Caterers, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery and Bar, Brewery, Beer & Ale, Bar, Brewery and Bar O321 W 7th St8046163099, 8042328871, (804) 232-3446, 8042323446Visit
Maple Shade BreweryBrewery Northside1909 Maple Shade Ln
Richmond Brewery ToursTours & Activities, Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, tour, TourRichmond Va8044042739
Rusty Beaver BreweryBrew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Beer & Ale, Breweries, Liquor Stores18043 Jefferson Davis Hwy8554787892, 5402208100Visit
Strangeways BrewingBrew Pubs, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Liquor Stores2277 Dabney Rd8043034336, (804) 303-4336Visit
The Answer Brewpub CoBars, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery6008 W Broad St8042821248, 8042421248Visit
The Veil Brewing Co.Brewery1301 Roseneath RdVisit
Triple Crossing Brewing - Downtown, Triple Crossing Brewing CompanyBeer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, Beverages, Brew Pubs, Brewery Monroe Ward, Restaurants, Food &113 S Foushee St8044951955, 8043080475, (804) 308-0475, 1804308047Visit

Cell Towers in Hanover

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
STATE ROAD 608 7.2 KM W (84936)LTOWER98
State Road 603 (Landora Bridge Road) (87951)LTOWER93
22091 Jefferson Davis HwyTOWER92
22091 Jefferson Davis HwyTOWER92
(Ashland) 15108 Washington HighwayLTOWER91
( Manquin) ROUTE 662LTOWER91
( Manquin) ROUTE 662LTOWER91
(Hanover 2) RT 651LTOWER91
(Hanover 2) RT 651LTOWER91
201 MACHINE SHOP RDTOWER91
170 Dabney Mill Rd. (49997)LTOWER77
14335 Concord Road (86265)MTOWER61
7213 Foxal RoadTOWER58
7500 West Broad StreetTOWER50
12155 WASHINGTON HWYTOWER50

Fire Stations in Hanover

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Hanover Courthouse Volunteer Fire Company (Hanover County, Station 5)13326 Hanover Courthouse RDVolunteer804-365-4905
Hanover Fire- EMS13326 Hanover Courthouse RDMostly volunteer804-365-6195

Bridges in Hanover

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1932437,993F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2005857,733G
CulvertConcrete1962277,047G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19783035,729F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19662743,523F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20083073,523F
SlabConcrete1971443,410F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1971261,929P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1982601,439F
CulvertSteel1976311,023F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19682851,023F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200554966G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201483819F
CulvertConcrete199625680F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1980302639F
Truss (Thru)Steel2019105636G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201350576G
SlabConcrete195922158F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195820133F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1986183124F
SlabConcrete20163294G
SlabPrestressed concrete20174046G

Correctional Facilities in Hanover

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
PAMUNKEY REGIONAL JAIL7240 COURTLAND FARM RDCOUNTY402519OPEN
HANOVER JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL CENTER7093 BROAD NECK RDSTATE144CLOSED
CAROLINE CORRECTIONAL UNIT #231285 CAMP RDSTATE135144OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Hanover

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Ashland, VA112 North Railroad AvenueTRAIN
Richmond, VA1500 East Main StreetTRAIN
Richmond, VA7519 Staples Mill RoadTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Hanover

13 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BEAR ISLAND PAPER CO LLC10026 OLD RIDGE RDHANOVER
BEAR ISLAND PAPER CO LLC10026 OLD RIDGE RDHANOVER
CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION3RD AND MAURY STREETRICHMOND
DOMINION - INNSBROOK5000 DOMINION BLVDHENRICO
DOSWELL ENERGY CENTER10098 OLD RIDGE ROADHANOVER
DOSWELL ENERGY CENTER10098 OLD RIDGE ROADHANOVER
INGENCO DABNEY ROAD2250 DABNEY ROADRICHMOND
INGENCO DABNEY ROAD2250 DABNEY ROADRICHMOND
ODEC - LOUISA FACILITY4201 DOMINION BOULEVARDHENRICO
ODEC - MARSH RUN FACILITY4201 DOMINION BLVD.HENRICO
QG LLC7400 IMPALA DRIVEHENRICO
SWEC-FALLS TOWNSHIP5000 DOMINION BLVDBUCKS
VCU EAST PLANT1020 OLIVER HILL WAYRICHMOND CITY

Airports Near Hanover

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Richmond International AirportRICLarge Airport
Quantico Marine Corps Airfield / Turner FieldNYGMedium Airport
Allen C Perkinson Blackstone Army Air FieldBKTSmall Airport
Arrowpoint AirportSmall Airport
Bachman Farm UltralightportSmall Airport
Barton Hall AirfieldSmall Airport
Belmont Farm AirportSmall Airport
Bill Davenport Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Branham Mill AirparkSmall Airport
Brooklyn AirportSmall Airport
Buds Ferry AirportSmall Airport
Burgess FieldSmall Airport
Byrd Creek AirportSmall Airport
Camp Peary Landing StripSmall Airport
Castle Landing StripSmall Airport
Chimney View AirportSmall Airport
Christian's AirportSmall Airport
Clements AirportSmall Airport
Cool Water AirportSmall Airport
Crabbe AirportSmall Airport
Crewe Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cub FieldSmall Airport
D&B AirportSmall Airport
Dahlgren Naval Surface Warfare Center AirportDGNSmall Airport
Deerfield AirportSmall Airport
Devil's Reach Landing AirportSmall Airport
Dinwiddie County AirportPTBSmall Airport
Dogwood AirparkSmall Airport
Doves Nest FieldSmall Airport
Edelen FieldSmall Airport
Fighting Creek Farm AirportSmall Airport
Finagin AirfieldSmall Airport
Flatrock Air StripSmall Airport
Flying T Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Folly Neck AirportSmall Airport
Hampton AirportSmall Airport
Hanover County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Hartwood AirportSmall Airport
Henshaw AirportSmall Airport
Holly Springs AirportSmall Airport
Holly Springs Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Jayarz AirportSmall Airport
Lake Anna AirportSmall Airport
Lanseair Farms AirportSmall Airport
Lee FieldSmall Airport
Louisa County Airport / Freeman FieldLOWSmall Airport
Manquin Flight Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Mary Walker LZ AirportAPHSmall Airport

Police Stations in Hanover

17 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ashland Police Department601 England Street
Hanover County Sheriff's Office
Henrico County Police Department7721 East Parham Road
Henrico County Sheriff's Office
Richmond City Sheriff's Office
Richmond Police Department 1st Precinct2505 Q Street
Richmond Police Department 4th Precinct2219 Chamberlayne Avenue
Richmond Police Department Training Division1202 West Graham Road
Richmond Police Headquarters200 West Grace Street
Third Police Precinct301 South Meadow Street
VCU Community Police Station6 South Cherry Street
VCU Police938 West Grace Street
VCU Police224 East Broad Street
VCU Police Annex920 West Grace Street
Virginia State Police Division 1 Area 1 Office
Virginia State Police Division 1 Area 8 Office3751 Nine Mile Road
Virginia State Police First Division Headquarters9300 Brook Road

Grocery Stores in Hanover

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
301 ExpressConvenience Store13234 Hanover Courthouse Road
600 MarketConvenience Store20236 Frog Level Rd
Dick's Country StoreConvenience Store842 King William Rd
Dollar General 19596Other31361 Richmond Tpke
Hanover CitgoConvenience Store11155 Chamberlayne Rd

Treatment Centers in Hanover

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Archstone Counseling and TreatmentBoth804-288-1788
ChildSavers - Memorial Child Guidance ClinicMental Health804-644-9590
Daily Planet Health ServicesSubstance Abuse804-783-2505
Dominion CareBoth804-272-2000
Family Counseling Center for Recovery - Pinnacle TreatmentSubstance Abuse804-354-1996
Hanover County Comm Services BoardBoth804-365-4222
Hanover County Comm Services BoardBoth804-365-4222
Henrico Area Mental Health and - Developmental ServicesSubstance Abuse804-727-8967
Henrico Area Mental Health and - Developmental ServicesBoth804-727-8500
Rappahannock Area Comm Servs Board - Caroline clinicBoth804-633-9997
Richmond Behavioral Health AuthorityBoth804-819-4000
Richmond Private Methadone Clinic - (RPMC)Substance Abuse804-673-5241
River City - Integrate Counseling ServicesSubstance Abuse804-681-2525
Summit Hill Wellness - Outpatient ProgramsSubstance Abuse804-559-9959 x207
United Methodist Family Services - Child and Family Healing CenterBoth804-353-4461 x1100
Williamsville Wellness Center - Residential ProgramsSubstance Abuse804-559-9959 x123

DOL Wage Violations in Hanover

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $103,051 in back wages owed to 111 employees.

4
Violations
$103,051
Back Wages Owed
111
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
BRYAN'S COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE INC [OSHA] 23005 Landscaping Services 2 $94,185 $1,308 72
PNC CORPORATION 23005 Glass and Glazing Contractors 1 $5,668 $177 32
Engel Family Farms 23069 1 $3,074 $769 4
Signal Hill Memorial Park 23069 1 $124 $41 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hanover

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
DAWN COMMUNITY FAMILY LIFE CENTER31220 OLD DAWN RD
HANOVER CHRISTIAN FIREWOOD MINISTRY8492 PEAKS RD
HILLCREST BAPTIST CHURCH11342 HILLCREST RD
MEGSMILES11537 HANOVER COURTHOUSE RD

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hanover

What is the population of Hanover?

Hanover has a population of 52 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 46.2% female and 53.8% male.

Is Hanover expensive to live in?

Hanover has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100).

Is Hanover safe?

Hanover is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 260 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,725 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Hanover receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hanover?

Hanover enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Hanover?

The job market in Hanover is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,072. There are 4,310 business establishments in the area, including 237 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Hanover?

Schools in Hanover score 6.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.3% of adults in Hanover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hanover?

The obesity rate in Hanover is 32.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.2% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 5.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 85.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,378.

What are the demographics of Hanover?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hanover is 44.2% White, 55.8% Black or African American. 85.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 14.6% speak Spanish. 35.0% of the population are military veterans. 19.8% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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