Andover, VA Utility & Living Guide

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Andover, VA Utility & Living Guide

Andover may refer to:

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$280/mo
1BR Rent$1100/mo
Sales Tax5.3%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$300,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Dominion Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Andover County Water Authority
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms$1500/mo
3 Bedrooms$2000/mo
Median Home Price$300,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

The housing market in Andover is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices have increased slightly over the past year. Homeowners can expect to pay around 1.1% of their home’s value in property taxes annually.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

105

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+5% above national average

Groceries

102

Transportation

98

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax5.3%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 4.3% + County 1% + City 0%</p>

Virginia has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 2% to 5.75%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

60

Higher = safer
School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple description
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in technology and healthcare
Top Local Concerns
Traffic, education, public safety
🚌 Transit for Families

Andover has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and accessible parks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Andover Park
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    Andover Library
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    Andover Community Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The neighborhoods of Downtown Andover and Andover Heights are popular with families, offering a mix of older and newer homes, good schools, and easy access to parks and community amenities.

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Andover has regulations in place to preserve its natural environment and historic districts

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📊 Andover — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Utility costs in Andover tend to be higher in the summer months due to air conditioning usage, with the average electric bill increasing by around 20% from June to August. In the winter, heating costs are relatively low, with the average gas bill remaining at $0 due to the prevalence of electric heat pumps.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

The ZIP code 24215 has a property tax millage rate of 0.85, with no local surtaxes

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

8/10: Andover has wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, making it easy to navigate with a stroller. However, some areas lack elevator access in public buildings, and the public transportation system is limited.

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