Andover, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Andover, New York had a total population of 915, the 887th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $66,136, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 10.1% is notably above the national average.
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 | 968 | 915 | -5.5% |
| Median household income | $69,375 | $66,136 | -4.7% |
| Median home value | $74,300 | $72,000 | -3.1% |
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: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Andover Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Allegany County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellsville | 4,923 | $55,096 | 19.9% | $91,200 |
| Alfred | 4,819 | $40,625 | 37.4% | $170,800 |
| Cuba | 1,807 | $61,776 | 14.1% | $85,900 |
| Houghton | 1,728 | $83,571 | 20.4% | $163,200 |
| Bolivar | 1,124 | $56,413 | 18.7% | $71,900 |
| Belmont | 955 | $65,313 | 14.2% | $94,600 |
| Scio | 727 | $57,143 | 22.8% | $127,400 |
| Friendship | 712 | $35,417 | 27.1% | $71,600 |
| Richburg | 650 | $47,083 | 28.8% | $71,400 |
| Stannards | 642 | $74,286 | 3.8% | $124,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Bend | 938 | N/A | $172,600 | 17.3% | 31.3% |
| High Falls | 887 | N/A | $234,000 | 41.9% | 11.5% |
| Cohocton | 946 | $66,250 | $84,100 | 12.5% | 14.1% |
| Schroon Lake | 898 | $69,531 | $268,100 | 32.9% | 8.6% |
| Claverack-Red Mills | 925 | $61,902 | $392,000 | 48.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 915, 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 New York, within Allegany County. The total population is 915. It ranks as the 887th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Andover is 43.3 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Andover is $66,136. This is 23% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 21% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 10.1%. This is 58% higher than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $72,000. Housing costs are 83% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.1x, Andover is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Andover has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.5% vs 52.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
29.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Andover, New York 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 New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,289 Census-designated places in New York. 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, New York?
Andover, New York has a population of 915 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Andover, NY?
The median household income in Andover is $66,136, which is 18% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Andover, NY?
The poverty rate in Andover is 11.1%. This means approximately 100 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Andover, New York?
Andover's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Andover, NY?
The median home value in Andover is $72,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.1x.
How educated is Andover, New York?
29.6% of adults (25+) in Andover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.