Andover, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Andover, Iowa had a total population of 124, the 817th largest city in Iowa. The poverty rate is 35.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (35.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Andover Quick Facts
How Andover Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 120 | 124 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $115,000 | $118,800 | +3.3% |
How Andover Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Andover Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Clinton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton | 24,322 | $60,230 | 18.5% | $118,200 |
| Maquoketa | 6,075 | $60,240 | 14.2% | $132,500 |
| DeWitt | 5,546 | $92,587 | 2.8% | $237,100 |
| Camanche | 4,550 | $64,153 | 11.5% | $172,400 |
| Wheatland | 925 | $39,167 | 2.5% | $119,100 |
| Grand Mound | 510 | $82,143 | 7.6% | $145,200 |
| Delmar | 480 | $68,750 | 4.2% | $147,500 |
| Charlotte | 454 | $61,711 | 16.3% | $101,500 |
| Calamus | 417 | $68,250 | 2.9% | $148,100 |
| Lost Nation | 390 | $57,000 | 14.1% | $77,300 |
Cities Similar to Andover
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater | 124 | $59,167 | $56,700 | 25.8% | 16.7% |
| West Amana | 124 | $55,977 | $184,100 | 6.0% | 0.0% |
| Beaman | 125 | $80,000 | $96,700 | 9.2% | 0.8% |
| Springbrook | 125 | $53,750 | $151,000 | 10.2% | 28.0% |
| Keomah Village | 123 | $79,688 | $200,000 | 46.7% | 11.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 124, Andover's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Andover is a small community located in Iowa, within Clinton County. The total population is 124. It ranks as the 817th most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Andover is 33.5 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 33.1% of the population under 18, Andover has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 35.5%. This is 220% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Andover, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $118,800. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $208,000. 61.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 71.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Andover was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Andover, Iowa is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Andover, Iowa?
Andover, Iowa has a population of 124 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Andover, IA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Andover — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Andover, IA?
The poverty rate in Andover is 35.5%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Andover, Iowa?
Andover's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Andover, IA?
The median home value in Andover is $118,800.
How educated is Andover, Iowa?
11.7% of adults (25+) in Andover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.