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Andover, Ohio
Village
Downtown Andover
Downtown Andover
Flag of Andover, Ohio
Flag
Motto(s): 
" Together For A Better Future "
Location of Andover in Ashtabula County
Location of Andover in Ashtabula County
Andover, Ohio is located in Ohio
Andover, Ohio
Andover, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Andover, Ohio is located in the United States
Andover, Ohio
Andover, Ohio
Location in the United States
Andover, Ohio is located in North America
Andover, Ohio
Andover, Ohio
Location in North America
Country United States
State Ohio
County Ashtabula
Area
 • Total 1.41 sq mi (3.65 km2)
 • Land 1.41 sq mi (3.65 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
1,093 ft (333 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 972
 • Estimate 
(2023)
944
 • Density 690.34/sq mi (266.49/km2)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
44003
Area code(s) 440
FIPS code 39-02050
GNIS feature ID 1064328
Website http://www.andovervillage.com/

Andover is a small town in the southeastern part of Ashtabula County, Ohio, in the United States. In 2020, about 972 people lived there.

Andover's Story: A Look Back

Andover got its name from a town in Tolland County, Connecticut. Many early settlers came from there in 1798. They moved into an area of Ohio called the Connecticut Western Reserve.

A post office first opened in 1815. It was called Sharon, but its name changed to Andover in 1826. Andover officially became a village in 1883.

Where is Andover?

Andover is a small place. It covers about 1.41 square miles (3.65 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the village limits.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Andover has changed over time. Here is a quick look at the population from different years:

Historical population
Census Pop.
1890 733
1900 815 11.2%
1910 902 10.7%
1920 921 2.1%
1930 906 −1.6%
1940 945 4.3%
1950 1,102 16.6%
1960 1,116 1.3%
1970 1,179 5.6%
1980 1,205 2.2%
1990 1,216 0.9%
2000 1,269 4.4%
2010 1,145 −9.8%
2020 972 −15.1%
2023 (est.) 944 −17.6%
U.S. Decennial Census

A Closer Look at 2010

In 2010, there were 1,145 people living in Andover. They lived in 411 homes. About 31.9% of these homes had children under 18. Most people were White (95.5%).

The average age of people in Andover was 44.2 years. About 22.9% of residents were under 18. Also, 21.4% were 65 years old or older.

Fun Things to Do: Parks and Recreation

Andover is close to some great outdoor spots. Pymatuning Lake and Pymatuning State Park are just east of the village. These are popular places for outdoor activities.

Andover also has its own park called John R. Overly Recreation Park. It has a playground for younger kids. There are also paths for hiking or biking. You can have a picnic there or play sports like baseball and volleyball.

Learning in Andover: Education

The Pymatuning Valley School District serves Andover. This district has both elementary and high schools. In 2006, the schools were updated. Now, the high school, middle school, and elementary school are all on the same campus. This campus is just west of town.

Important Services: Infrastructure

Andover Ohio Police Ford Interceptor Utility (37445987334)
Andover police vehicle

Andover has important services for its residents. These include:

  • A medical center called Greenville Hospital.
  • Emergency services like ambulance and fire. The Andover Volunteer Fire Department helps keep everyone safe.

Famous People from Andover

Some notable people have connections to Andover:

  • Maxwell Anderson - A well-known writer, poet, and journalist.
  • Clarence Darrow - A famous lawyer who started his first law office in Andover in the early 1880s.

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