Andover, OH vs Chesterville, OH

Andover is moderately more affordable than Chesterville, with a 10.7% lower cost of living index. Andover scores 64 compared to 72 for Chesterville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chesterville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Andover is $729/month compared to $971/month in Chesterville — a 25% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Andover has cheaper rent, Chesterville actually has lower median home values ($115,300 vs $117,900).

Median household income in Andover is $54,821 compared to $53,500 in Chesterville (+2.5%). Andover offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Andover spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Chesterville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.9°F vs 50.8°F). Chesterville receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.1" in Andover.