Dover, KY

Kentucky

Dover is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 258. Residents earn $65,250 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
258 Population 600/sq mi density
$65,250 Median Income $22,922 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $184,814 Zillow
$594 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $594/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,250
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $594
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population258
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,250
Per Capita$22,922
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,543M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$594
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,814

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation536 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Dover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Dover offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dover is $65,250, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $594 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dover has a population of 258 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

258
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover is $65,250, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Dover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,250
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,922
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$59,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)717
County GDP$1,543M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare59
Retail89
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,010
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $594 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,814

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$594
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,010
14% below US avg
Effective Rate3.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Premature Death12,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access65.2%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dover has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation536 ft (163 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates38.7567°N, 83.8883°W
County FIPS21161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.2%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants49
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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