Arkansas
Dover is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 1,932. Residents earn $33,491 per year, which is 55% below the national average.
Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dover has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Dover is $33,491, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 20.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Dover is $106,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $801 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Dover is below the national average at 288 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,808 per 100,000, 43% above the national average.
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Dover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $33,491 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,379 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,734 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.8% |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,765 |
| County GDP | $4,153M |
| Restaurants | 150 |
| Healthcare | 217 |
| Retail | 263 |
| Manufacturing | 63 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,374 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.22% |
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $106,700 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $212,611 |
| Census Median Rent | $801 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,374 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
| Obesity | 45.9% |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.1% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,343/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
| Total Violent | 288.0/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Murder | 72.0/100K |
| 1043% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 216.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,807.8/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 648.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,159.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.4 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 409 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 683/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3910°N, 93.1142°W |
| County FIPS | 05115 |
Winner: Republican by 52.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.8% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 683/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
| Restaurants | 150 |
| Retail Stores | 263 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |