Hanover, NY is a town located in Northwestern New York State. It is part of the Chautauqua-Allegheny region and has a population of approximately 5,500 people. According to BestPlaces, Hanover has an overall ranking of 86 out of 100. This means that Hanover is considered one of the better places to live when compared to other cities within the United States. It ranks high in categories such as education (ranking 21/100), amenities (54/100), cost of living (48/100), and diversity (60/100). Hanover also boasts a very low crime rate which contributes to its overall favorable ranking. As well as being a safe place to live, Hanover has plenty of job opportunities due to its close proximity to Buffalo, NY and Jamestown, NY. With all these factors taken into consideration, it is no wonder that Hanover ranks so highly on the BestPlaces rankings list.
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