Dover, ID

Idaho

Dover is a small town in Idaho with a population of 628. Residents earn $108,393 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
628 Population 199/sq mi density
$108,393 Median Income $49,444 per capita
$644,400 Home Value $767,508 Zillow
$1,141 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,393 median income, 1.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$644,400 home value, $1,141/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,393
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $644,400
129% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.4%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,141
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population628
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,393
Per Capita$49,444
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$2,546M
Commute19 min

Housing

B
Home Value$644,400
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$767,508

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation2,448 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.4%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Dover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. 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 $108,393, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Dover among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover is $644,400, making it a premium housing market at 129% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches, including 62.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Dover has a population of 628 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

628
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover is $108,393, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Dover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,393
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,444
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$85,752

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,496
County GDP$2,546M

Business (County)

Restaurants144
Healthcare179
Retail202
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,433
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home28.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $644,400, 129% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $767,508.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$644,400
129% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$767,508

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,433
27% above US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In Dover, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death7,636/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access53.6%
Healthcare Facilities179

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Dover has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall62.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,448 ft (746 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates48.2592°N, 116.6098°W
County FIPS16017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.4%
20% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.43
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants144
Retail Stores202

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home28.9%

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