Dover-Foxcroft, ME

Maine

Dover-Foxcroft is a small town in Maine with a population of 2,758. Residents earn $51,919 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,758 Population 329/sq mi density
$51,919 Median Income $29,349 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $225,056 Zillow
$880 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
321 Violent Crime/100K 2,074 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,919 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value, $880/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
321 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,919
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 321/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

How Dover-Foxcroft Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,758
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density329/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,919
Per Capita$29,349
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$2,439M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,056

Crime

F
Violent321/100K
Property2,074/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault272/100K
Burglary247/100K

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI34 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Elevation504 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.64

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute20 min
EV Stations3
Libraries13

Is Dover-Foxcroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover-Foxcroft receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dover-Foxcroft offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dover-Foxcroft is $51,919, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover-Foxcroft is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dover-Foxcroft is below the national average at 321 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,074 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dover-Foxcroft has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.7 inches, including 77.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Dover-Foxcroft has a population of 2,758 with a density of 329 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

2,758
Total Population
329
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
8.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover-Foxcroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dover-Foxcroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover-Foxcroft is $51,919, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Dover-Foxcroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,919
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,349
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$56,434

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,574
County GDP$2,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare124
Retail193
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover-Foxcroft is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,056.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,056

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,108
1 Bedroom$1,186
2 Bedrooms$1,497
3 Bedrooms$1,951
4 Bedrooms$2,190

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,357
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Dover-Foxcroft, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access39.2%
Healthcare Facilities124
Dover-Foxcroft has a violent crime rate of 321 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,074 per 100,000 (6% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Dover-Foxcroft vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent320.9/100K
16% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape49.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault271.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,073.6/100K
6% above US avg
Burglary246.9/100K
Theft1,777.3/100K
Vehicle Theft49.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dover-Foxcroft has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall77.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation504 ft (154 m)
Area8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²)
Population Density329/sq mi
Coordinates45.2051°N, 69.2232°W
County FIPS23025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.64
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density329/sq mi
Total Area8.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants115
Retail Stores193

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home4.0%

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