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Dover, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Dover is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 41,709. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
41,709 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,980 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,980 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,980
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population41,709
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,980
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population41,709
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates51.1260°, 1.3126°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (656 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,980
Median Age40.6 years

Is Dover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dover stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dover is $50,980, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Dover has a population of 41,709. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (94.9%), with 2.1% White, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

41,709
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Other Languages4.2%

Social Characteristics

Dover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover is $50,980, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 24.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,980
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Dover, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Dover vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Dover experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 289 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.8 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates51.1260°N, 1.3126°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 39°F (4°C)
2.5"
Feb 39°F (4°C)
1.7"
Mar 43°F (6°C)
1.9"
Apr 46°F (8°C)
1.7"
May 52°F (11°C)
1.7"
Jun 57°F (14°C)
1.9"
Jul 62°F (17°C)
1.7"
Aug 62°F (17°C)
1.9"
Sep 58°F (14°C)
2.6"
Oct 52°F (11°C)
2.9"
Nov 45°F (7°C)
3.0"
Dec 41°F (5°C)
2.6"

The warmest month is August at 62°F, while the coldest is February at 39°F — a seasonal swing of 23°F. November sees the most rain (3.0"), while February is the driest (1.7").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home24.1%

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