Dover, OH

Ohio

Dover is a small city in Ohio with a population of 13,094. Residents earn $61,918 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,094 Population 2,261/sq mi density
$61,918 Median Income $33,431 per capita
$172,600 Home Value $223,684 Zillow
$1,004 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
47 Violent Crime/100K 606 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$61,918 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,600 home value, $1,004/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
47 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,918
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,600
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 47/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.3%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,004
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,094
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density2,261/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,918
Per Capita$33,431
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$5,338M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,600
Rent$1,004
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,684

Crime

F
Violent47/100K
Property606/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault31/100K
Burglary140/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation910 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.3%
High School+92.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
EV Stations2
Libraries12

Is Dover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $61,918, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover is $172,600, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,004 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dover is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 606 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dover experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dover has a population of 13,094 with a density of 2,261 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

13,094
Total Population
2,261
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover is $61,918, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Dover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,918
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,431
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$69,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,444
County GDP$5,338M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare199
Retail304
Manufacturing206

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $172,600, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,004 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,600
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,684
Median List Price$219,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$219,900
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio94.2%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,004
14% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,578
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Dover, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities199
Dover has a violent crime rate of 47 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 606 per 100,000 (69% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent46.7/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape7.8/100K
Robbery7.8/100K
Assault31.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property606.4/100K
69% below US avg
Burglary140.0/100K
Theft458.7/100K
Vehicle Theft7.8/100K
Arson15.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dover has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation910 ft (277 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density2,261/sq mi
Coordinates40.5300°N, 81.4810°W
County FIPS39157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.3%
13% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,261/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants201
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

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

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home6.3%

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