Dover, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Dover is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,004. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,004 Population 3,711/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $39,593 per capita
$192,200 Home Value $288,065 Zillow
$1,102 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,200 home value, $1,102/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,200
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,004
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density3,711/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$39,593
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$28,909M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,200
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$288,065

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation430 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute24 min
Libraries10

Is Dover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover is $192,200, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% 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 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dover has a population of 2,004 with a density of 3,711 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 3% Black.

Population

2,004
Total Population
3,711
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,593
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$74,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,552
County GDP$28,909M

Business (County)

Restaurants716
Healthcare979
Retail898
Manufacturing194

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $192,200, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,065.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,200
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,065

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,102
5% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

Dover has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density3,711/sq mi
Coordinates40.0033°N, 76.8484°W
County FIPS42043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,711/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home3.7%

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