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The current estimated population of Andover, Maine, is 788, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained relatively stable over the years, reflecting the town’s quiet, rural character.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1804
  • County Affiliated: Oxford County
  • Land Area: 57.0 square miles
  • Population Density: 14 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 207
  • Zip Codes: 04216

Geography and Location

Andover, Maine, is a small rural town located in the western part of the state, within Oxford County. It lies in the heart of Maine’s rugged mountain region, near the Appalachian Mountains and surrounded by the pristine wilderness of the White Mountain National Forest. Andover is characterized by its rolling hills, dense forests, and numerous rivers, including the Ellis River, which flows through the town. The area is popular among outdoor enthusiasts for activities like hiking, fishing, and hunting. Andover experiences a humid continental climate, with cold, snowy winters and mild summers. The town’s isolation and natural beauty make it a haven for those seeking a quiet, peaceful lifestyle. It is located about 50 miles from Lewiston and Auburn, providing access to urban amenities while preserving its rural tranquility. Andover’s proximity to the Appalachian Trail and other natural attractions makes it a destination for adventurers and nature lovers.

Demographics

Median resident age: 42.3 years
Median household income: $36,058
Median house value: $80,000

Population by Race

Races in Andover:

  • White Non-Hispanic (98.7%)

Ancestries: English (38.0%), French (20.8%), Irish (10.6%), German (9.7%), Scottish (6.3%), United States (5.4%).

Elevation: 723 feet

Map of Andover, ME

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Andover

  • High school or higher: 84.8%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 13.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.4%
  • Unemployed: 4.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 26.5 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Andover town

  • Never married: 21.4%
  • Now married: 64.5%
  • Separated: 1.9%
  • Widowed: 5.5%
  • Divorced: 6.6%

2.1% Foreign born (1.6% North America, 0.5% Europe).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Andover:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Andover:

  • PORTLAND INTL JETPORT (about 76 miles; PORTLAND, ME; Abbreviation: PWM)
  • BRUNSWICK NAS (about 77 miles; BRUNSWICK, ME; Abbreviation: NHZ)
  • PEASE INTERNATIONAL TRADEPORT (about 108 miles; PORTSMOUTH, NH; Abbreviation: PSM)

Other public-use airports nearest to Andover:

  • BETHEL REGIONAL (about 16 miles; BETHEL, ME; Abbreviation: 0B1)
  • RANGELEY LAKE (about 23 miles; RANGELEY, ME; Abbreviation: M57)
  • STEVEN A. BEAN MUNI (about 25 miles; RANGELEY, ME; Abbreviation: 8B0)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Andover:

  • UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FARMINGTON (about 44 miles; FARMINGTON, ME; Full-time enrollment: 2,229)
  • SAINT JOSEPHS COLLEGE (about 62 miles; STANDISH, ME; Full-time enrollment: 2,376)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA (about 72 miles; AUGUSTA, ME; Full-time enrollment: 3,172)
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE (about 73 miles; PORTLAND, ME; Full-time enrollment: 7,381)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND-UNIVERSITY CAMPUS (about 82 miles; BIDDEFORD, ME; Full-time enrollment: 2,251)
  • PLYMOUTH STATE COLLEGE (about 87 miles; PLYMOUTH, NH; Full-time enrollment: 3,542)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE-MAIN CAMPUS (about 105 miles; DURHAM, NH; Full-time enrollment: 12,586)

Public primary/middle school in Andover:

  • ANDOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 65; Location: 85 PINE ST PO BOX 70; Grades: KG – 05)

Libraries

Library in Andover:

  • ANDOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $24,308; Location: 46 CHURCH STREET; 10,750 books; 515 audio materials; 1,114 video materials; 28 serial subscriptions)

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