Dover, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Lenoir County County
Dover, NC
At a Glance
How Dover Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dover's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dover a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dover residents earn a median household income of $37,143 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,879. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,412 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dover is $90,600 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,533. Median rent is $913/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Education
8.0% of adults in Dover hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 75.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dover has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.