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Hanover, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Hanover is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 143. Residents earn $58,281 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
143 Population 247/sq mi density
$58,281 Median Income $34,743 per capita
$146,900 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,900 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,281
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,900
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,281
Per Capita$34,743
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$10,849M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units70
Rent Burden26.2%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking15.8%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation805 ft (245 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute28 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries9

Is Hanover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanover receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $58,281, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanover is $146,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 36.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hanover has a population of 143 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

143
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

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 $58,281, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hanover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,281
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,743
Avg Weekly Wage$1,142
IRS Avg AGI$69,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,943
County GDP$10,849M

Business (County)

Restaurants389
Healthcare357
Retail495
Manufacturing208

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanover is $146,900, 48% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,900
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units70
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Hanover, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,957
Dentists1:1,402
Mental Health1:438
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death8,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities357
Hanover has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall36.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates42.6389°N, 89.1710°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.3-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.6%
D 52.9%

Winner: Democrat by 7.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities357
Restaurants389
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Nearby Cities

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