Andover, city in Butler County, Kansas, United States
Andover is a city in Butler County, Kansas, spanning about 11 square miles with a population over 15,000. The layout combines small-town character with modern residential neighborhoods, local parks, and everyday shops and services for families and residents.
The city was founded in 1880 as Cloud City and officially became Andover in 1957. Its character was shaped by two major tornadoes: an F5 tornado in 1991 that destroyed entire neighborhoods, and another tornado in 2022, both leading to significant infrastructure improvements and community rebuilding.
Andover is a community where residents regularly gather for local events, festivals, and sports games, creating a strong sense of belonging and shared identity. These gatherings show how much the people value spending time together and supporting one another through everyday life and times of challenge.
Andover is accessible via US Highways 400 and 54, located about 20 minutes from Wichita, offering a good balance between small-town quietness and city amenities. The city features well-maintained streets, safe neighborhoods, and local parks perfect for walking and biking, especially for families with children.
The city experienced a devastating F5 tornado in 1991 that destroyed entire neighborhoods, forcing the community to rebuild from scratch. This catastrophic event led to modernized roads, water, and sewer systems, making Andover an example of community resilience and recovery.
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