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Dover, PA

Pennsylvania · Dauphin County · Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro

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.

3.1 /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 33.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
153 Violent Crime/100K 3,722 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 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
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
153 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,200
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 153/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher 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%
Veterans13.4%

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
Ownership69.8%
Zillow$288,065
Housing Units874
Rent Burden33.2%

Crime

F
Violent153/100K
Property3,722/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.0%
EV Stations26
Libraries10

Is Dover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dover receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dover is below the national average at 153 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,722 per 100,000, 90% above the national average.

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 5.3/10.

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. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 13.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,004
Total Population
3,711
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish 4.8%
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. Per capita income is $39,593. The average weekly wage is $1,308. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,552 business establishments, including 716 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 3.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.457 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $192,200, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,065, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $996 for a one-bedroom to $1,225 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 874 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $6,206 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

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
Rent Burden33.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.8%
Owner-Occupied69.8%
Renter-Occupied30.2%
Housing Units874
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,206
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Dover, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.6% of residents, above the national average. 35.0% have high blood pressure. 26.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 38.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:968. The dentist ratio is 1:1,350. 88.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.5%
Cancer5.9%
Kidney Disease4.3%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress20.5%
Short Sleep45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Primary Care1:968
Dentists1:1,350
Mental Health1:346
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death8,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access88.7%
Healthcare Facilities979
Dover has a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,722 per 100,000, 90% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 26 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Dover receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent153.2/100K
60% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,721.5/100K
90% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
Traffic Accidents587
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Dover experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 29.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

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)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density3,711/sq mi
Coordinates40.0033°N, 76.8484°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyDauphin County County
Nearest AirportHarrisburg International (MDT)
14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.2"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 29.9"
Wettest Month (May) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0450 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.9 / 100
Community Resilience96.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

27 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jan 16, 1994 2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.6 78 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M4.2 80 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 96 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 73 km
Oct 23, 1990 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey M3.2 127 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 14 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 113 km
Nov 14, 1997 0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania M3.0 53 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 17 km
Jan 16, 1994 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania M2.9 80 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 10 km
May 10, 1993 1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania M2.8 80 km
Jul 1, 2009 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey M2.8 123 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 15 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 40 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 81 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 86 km
Jan 25, 2015 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania M2.6 102 km
Oct 28, 1996 2 km W of Reinholds, Pennsylvania M2.6 67 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 265 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 270 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

395 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 225 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 14, 2004 EF3 38 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 96 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 57 km 0
Jul 27, 1994 EF3 96 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 17 km 0
Jun 18, 1970 EF3 64 km 1
Jun 9, 1961 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 57 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 25 km 0
Nov 4, 1950 EF3 66 km 0
Sep 1, 2021 EF2 79 km 0
May 28, 2019 EF2 82 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 86 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 88 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 78 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF2 70 km 0
May 23, 2011 EF2 78 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 51 km 0
Apr 28, 2011 EF2 13 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1840 PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA Earthquake 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HOPEWELL FIRE (812 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 HOPEWELL FIRE 812 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-0°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.3 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.0 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in

Dover has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.8").

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Dover is located in Dauphin County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 47% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 52.4% of the vote, a 5.9-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 26 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 979 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.4%

Winner: Democrat by 5.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
Traffic Accidents587
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Avg Download Speed208.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed76.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations26
Alt Fuel Stations39
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities979
Restaurants716
Retail Stores898

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%
Average costs for common services in Dover. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $244 ($146–$390)
Specialist Visit $342 ($195–$537)
Urgent Care Visit $195 ($98–$342)
Emergency Room Visit $2,147 ($781–$4,880)
Dental Cleaning $127 ($73–$195)
Dental Filling $244 ($146–$390)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $293 ($146–$488)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $586 ($390–$976)
Battery Replacement $195 ($98–$342)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $98 ($59–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair $390 ($146–$781)
HVAC System Install $6,832 ($3,904–$11,712)
Roof Repair $976 ($390–$1,952)
Roof Replacement $8,784 ($5,368–$14,640)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,464 ($488–$3,416)
Divorce (Contested) $14,640 ($4,880–$29,280)
DUI Defense $4,880 ($1,952–$9,760)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,464 ($781–$2,928)
Will Preparation $488 ($195–$976)
Trust Preparation $2,440 ($976–$4,880)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$244)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$127)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.00 ($2.93–$5.37)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.42 ($2.44–$4.88)
Loaf of Bread $3.71 ($2.44–$5.37)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.39 ($2.93–$6.34)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.37 ($3.90–$7.32)
Rice (per lb) $0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $137 ($78–$244)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $195 ($73–$488)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,952 ($1,171–$3,416)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.81–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $98 ($29–$244)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,171 ($586–$2,440)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $976 ($488–$1,952)
After-School Care (Monthly) $390 ($195–$683)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $976 ($390–$2,440)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,200 ($4,880–$29,280)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $98 ($49–$195)
Dog Grooming $59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $293 ($146–$488)
Cat Spay/Neuter $195 ($98–$390)
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Top Industries in Dauphin County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 39,478 1,221 $72,781 1.45
Retail Trade 13,747 866 $36,338 0.72
Transportation & Warehousing 13,694 239 $58,359 1.70
Accommodation & Food Services 12,508 667 $26,473 0.72
Manufacturing 12,447 208 $81,746 0.80
Administrative & Waste Services 9,317 422 $44,831 0.83
Professional & Technical Services 8,144 837 $101,399 0.62
Wholesale Trade 6,892 329 $85,005 0.92
Arts & Entertainment 6,317 148 $28,205 1.97
Other Services 6,138 806 $54,178 1.07
Construction 6,052 452 $84,308 0.61
Finance & Insurance 5,516 392 $109,541 0.71
Management of Companies 4,304 114 $170,600 1.34
Educational Services 3,809 103 $56,126 0.97
Real Estate 1,805 256 $68,997 0.61
Information & Technology 1,466 129 $82,141 0.41
Utilities 290 13 $126,974 0.40
Agriculture & Forestry 188 31 $35,997 0.12
Mining & Oil/Gas 57 5 $94,998 0.08

Schools in Dover

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dover Area HS High 1,016 63 16.1:1
Dover Area MS Middle 803 60 13.4:1
Leib El Sch Elementary 398 25 15.9:1
North Salem El Sch Elementary 388 28 13.9:1
Dover Area El Sch Elementary 361 24 15.0:1
Weigelstown El Sch Elementary 302 25 12.1:1
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Radio Stations near Dover

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHP 580 news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Dover

3 campgrounds found near Dover.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Historic Bushman House (Gettysburg) 5.0/5 1 $400
Slyder Farmhouse 5.0/5 1 $250
Historic Rose Farmhouse 4.9/5 1 $450

National Parks Near Dover

89 national parks and monuments found near Dover.

ParkTypeFee
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Appalachian National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Big Elk Creek State Park State Park Free
Bohemia River State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Elk Neck Sp State Park Free
Fair Hill Nrma State Park Free
Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine National Monument and Historic Shrine $15
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Greenwood Furnace State Park State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls Sp State Park Free
Gunpowder Falls State Park State Park Free
Hampton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Hart-Miller Island Sp State Park Free
Ibberson Conservation Area State Park State Park Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Little Buffalo State Park State Park Free
Locust Lake State Park State Park Free
Love Point State Park State Park Free
Matthew Henson Sp State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
Memorial Lake State Park State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
North Point Sb State Park Free
North Point Sp State Park Free
North Point State Park State Park Free
Palmer Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Penn Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Poe Paddy State Park State Park Free
Poe Valley State Park State Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Raymond B. Winter State Park State Park Free
Reeds Gap State Park State Park Free
Rocks Sp State Park Free
Samuel S. Lewis State Park State Park Free
Sand Bridge State Park State Park Free
Sandy Point State Park State Park Free
Sassafrass Nrma State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Severn Run Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Shikellamy State Park State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
South Mountain Sb State Park Free
South Mountain Sp State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Riverlands State Park State Park Free
Susquehanna Sp State Park Free
Susquehanna State Park State Park Free
Susquehannock State Park State Park Free
Swatara State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
Torrey C Brown Rail Trail State Park Free
Tuscarora State Park State Park Free
Uhler Nrma State Park Free
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free

Museums in Dover

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
YORK COLLEGE GALLERIESART MUSEUM7178156622$123,299,897
M. LOUISE AUGHINBAUGH GALLERYART MUSEUM7177662511$122,347,155
OAKES MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM1 COLLEGE AVENUE7176916082$122,347,155
YORK COUNTY HERITAGE TRUSTHISTORY MUSEUM7178461977$1,363,787
WILLIAMS GROVE STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$493,734
CAMP SECURITYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$396,624
HANOVER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176323207$280,989
WILLIAMS GROVE OLD TIMERSHISTORY MUSEUM100 BALTIMORE ROAD7175288279$212,316
ROLLS-ROYCE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM7177959400$190,370
WINTERS HERITAGE HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173674672$94,917
SUSQUEHANNA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7179322348$93,092
MARYLAND AND PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$88,559
MECHANICSBURG MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7176976088$82,664
EAST BERLIN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$50,367
AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF VETERINARY MEDICINEHISTORY MUSEUM
BONHAM HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION7178452422
CODORUS VALLEY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COLLECTORS MUSEUM & RES CENTER IGENERAL MUSEUM
CONFECTIONERS MILL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CONSERVATION SOCIETY OF YORK COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177411527
DALLASTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DONEGAL TOWNSHIP RIFLEMENHISTORIC PRESERVATION7176525482
EASTERN MUSEUM OF MOTOR RACINGGENERAL MUSEUM7175288279
ELIZABETHTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7173619382
GATES HOUSE AND PLOUGH TAVERNHISTORIC PRESERVATION7178452951
GATEWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177639043
GENERAL AVIATION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GLEN ROCK HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1 MANCHESTER STREET
GREATER DOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HALDEMAN MANSION PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7174263794
HALLOWED GROUND COALITION FOR HISTORIC CONSERVATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF CAMP HILLHISTORIC PRESERVATION7177373456
JOHN TIMON REILY HISTORIAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONREAR 363 MAIN STREET7176302454
KEYSTONE MODEL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION833 WEST TRINDLE ROAD7176918033
MIDDLETOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION29 E MAIN ST
NEW OXFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3537176246240
NORTHERN YORK COUNTY HISTORICAL AND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7175021440
OAKES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMONE COLLEGE AVENUE7176916082
POLICE HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM54 WEST MARKET STREET7178452677
RED LION AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION10 E BROADWAY STREET7172441912
RED LION AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION10 E BROADWAY7172441912
SHIREMANSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHREWSBURY AREA PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM
SPRING GROVE AREA HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION50 N EAST ST #3
ST. PETER'S MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL & PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2500 CARLISLE ROAD7177642909

Libraries in Dover

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MARTIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY159 EAST MARKET ST0.0438,403
CLEVE J. FREDRICKSEN LIBRARY100 NORTH 19TH STREET0.0301,536
YORK SYS ADMIN UNIT159 EAST MARKET STREET0.0285,820
JOSEPH T. SIMPSON PUBLIC LIBRARY16 N WALNUT ST0.0247,418
GUTHRIE MEMORIAL LIBRARY - HANOVER'S PUBLIC LIBRARY2 LIBRARY PLACE0.0185,469
ELIZABETHTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY10 SOUTH MARKET STREET0.0179,599
KALTREIDER-BENFER LIBRARY147 S CHARLES ST0.0167,362
NEW CUMBERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY1 BENJAMIN PLAZA0.0125,442
PAUL SMITH LIBRARY OF SOUTHERN YORK COUNTY80 CONSTITUTION AVE0.092,235
GLATFELTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY101 GLENVIEW RD0.066,641
MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY20 NORTH CATHERINE ST0.048,828
DILLSBURG AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY17 SOUTH BALTIMORE STREET0.048,176
EAST BERLIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY105 LOCUST STREET0.036,086
A HUFNAGEL PUBLIC LIBRARY OF GLEN ROCK32 MAIN STREET0.028,895

Farmers Markets in Dover

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Market York34 W. Philadelphia Street01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Tue: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Dillsburg Farmers' Market1 N. 2nd Street 05/12/2018 to 10/13/2018Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Glen Rock Farmer's Market30 Enterprise Street05/15/2016 to 10/16/2016Sun: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Hanover Market House210 East Chestnut Street01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Sat: 6:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Market & Penn Streets Farmers' Market380 W. Market StreetJanuary to DecemberTue:6:00 am - 3:00 pm;Fri:6:00 am - 3:00 pm;Sat:6:00 am - 3:00 pm;Visit
Mechanicsburg Farmers Market6 W. Strawberry Alley
Morningstar Marketplace5209 Lincoln Highway, West
New Eastern Market201 Memory Lane
Saturday's Market3751 East Harriburg PikeVisit
Strite's Orchard Farm Market and Bakery 1000 Strites RoadVisit
The Markets at Shrewsbury12025 Susquehanna Trail S01/01/2019 to 01/01/2019Thu: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM;Visit
West Shore Farmers Market900 Market St.Visit

Breweries in Dover

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aldus Brewing CoBrewers555 Centennial Ave7176342407
Appalachian Brewing CompanyBrewery, American Restaurant3721 Market St7179202739Visit
Crystal Ball Brewing CompanyBrewery1612 W King StVisit
Dawn's Cafe IncTake Out Restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, cafes, breweries &523 Baltimore St7176300335
DylansBars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurants321 Harrisburg St7172590212Visit
Lancaster Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Caterers, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Ba469 Eisenhower Blvd7175644448Visit
Liquid Hero BreweryBrewers50 E North St7178149250Visit
Mah PorchBrewery316 11th St
Marburg Estate Winery LtdVineyards, , manufacturing, Beverages, (4), Wines, Wineries, Spring Grove, (2), Wines Brandy and Bra2025 Locust Rd7176337760
Mexitaly BrewhouseBrewery2440 E Market St7176008226
Miller's Glenn Western Prime Beef & DeliRestaurant, Restaurant, Deli / Bodega, and Brewery, Deli / Bodega, Brewery1029A Market St7172164825Visit
Moo-duck BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink79 S Wilson Ave
Mudhook Brewing Co.Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery, Brewery, Bar, and Event Space, Bar, Brewery, Bar, and Event Space 34 N Cherry Ln7177473605Visit
Naylor Wines Antiques MarketsWineries, Brewers12035 Susquehanna Trl S7172272228
North York Beverage Co IncFood Stores, Liquor Store, Breweries, Liquor Stores1848 N Susquehanna Trl7178486054
Pa Beer and BeveragesBeer & Beverages, Propane Gas, Beer & Beverages-wholesale & Distributors, Lottery Ticket Agents, Tob680 York Haven Rd7172663751Visit
Quick 6 Beer & FoodFood & Beverage Services, Food and Beverage, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Sandwich Shops, Bar, Brewery,1510 W Market St7178468646, (717) 900-5628
Race Horse TavernBars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Grill Restaurants, L738 N Biesecker Rd7177929838Visit
Spielgrund Wine & Beer SuppliesAir Fresheners, Wine Storage Equipment & Supplies, Wineries Equipment & Supplies, Soap, Wine Stores,3528 E Market St7177553384
Stadium Club Sports TavernBars, food and drink, Breweries & Brew Pubs, drinking, Restaurants, Beer Taverns & Pubs, sport, recr61 2nd St7179399193Visit
Supreme Jazz WineBreweryHarrisburg Pa 171117179141307Visit
The Vineyard and Brewery At HersheyPerforming Arts Venue, Wineries & Vineyards, Winery and Performing Arts Venue, Brew Pubs, Restaurant598 Schoolhouse Rd7176168228, 7179441569, 7176168076, 17179441569Visit
U-tote-m Incfood and drink, beverage, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors, recreation1440 Bannister St7178435940

Pharmacies in Dover

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 6042 3210 CARLISLE ROAD 717-292-6665
GIANT 2130 PALOMINO ROAD 717-292-3043
RITE AID - 1894 2901 CARLISLE ROAD 717-764-9831
WALGREENS - 9673 3180 CARLISLE ROAD 717-767-5322
WEIS MARKETS 2850 CARLISLE ROAD 717-764-3382

Daycare Centers in Dover

3 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
CREATIVE KIDS DAY CARE II
4090 CARLISLE RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 292-0818 OPEN
DOVER BETHANY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CHILD CARE
4510 BULL RD
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 292-0147 OPEN
DOVER KIDS CLUB
109 E CANAL ST
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER (717) 292-5622 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Dover

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Giant Companies #6306 - Dover2130 Palomino RoadVolta2J1772public

Cell Towers in Dover

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
761 Hilltop Road (48859)LTOWER99
587 Garrett Lane (4391)LTOWER78
(Hanover) 752 High Rock RdLTOWER61
2993 Mill Road (66183)LTOWER60
3602 Jefferson Avenue (113231)MTOWER59
(Dillsburg) 104 Old York RdLTOWER58
70 CEMETARY ROAD (4455)LTOWER56
373 PLEASANT VIEW ROAD (2519)LTOWER44
3524 Foxianna Road (2549)MTOWER38

Fire Stations in Dover

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Dover Township Volunteer Fire Department3700-1 Davidsburg RDVolunteer717-292-3634
Union Fire and Hose Company 130 E Canal STVolunteer717-292-1493

Bridges in Dover

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19573110,225F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1937476,502P
Tee BeamConcrete1930273,584F
SlabConcrete1964232,681F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1974322,050F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1970511,500F
CulvertConcrete2001241,427G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1986501,257F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194933700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete202346700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19732575F

Amtrak Stations in Dover

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Elizabethtown, PA50 South Wilson Avenue TRAIN
Middletown, PA270 West Emaus StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Dover

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BRUNNER ISLAND LLC/BRUNNER ISLAND1400 WAGO RDYORK
CP CONVERTERS INC15 GRUMBACHER ROADYORK
J.E. BAKER COMPANY232 E MARKET ST, PO BOX 1189YORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
PIXELLE SPECIALTY SOLUTIONS228 SOUTH MAIN STREETYORK
YORK COUNTY ENERGY PARTNERSNORTH CODORUS TWP. ROUTE 116YORK
YORK COUNTY SOLID WASTE & REFUSE AUTHORITY2700 BLACKBRIDGE ROADYORK

Airports Near Dover

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Harrisburg International AirportMDTMedium Airport
Lancaster AirportLNSMedium Airport
Martin State AirportMTNMedium Airport
Muir Army Air Field (Fort Indiantown Gap) AirportMUIMedium Airport
Phillips Army Air FieldAPGMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Albrecht AirstripSmall Airport
Auer FieldSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Baublitz Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Baugher's Orchard AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Bendigo AirportSmall Airport
Bermudian Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Black Landing FieldSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Boyer AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Capital City AirportHARSmall Airport
Carlisle AirportSmall Airport
Carroll County Regional Jack B Poage FieldSmall Airport
Carsonville AirportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Chestnut Hill AirportSmall Airport
Cider FieldSmall Airport
Circle W AirfieldSmall Airport
Clearview AirparkSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
D.Evans Farm AirportSmall Airport
Deck AirportSmall Airport
Dee Jay AirportSmall Airport
Deitch AirportSmall Airport
Derick Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Donegal Springs AirparkSmall Airport
Draco STOLportSmall Airport
Ecko FieldSmall Airport
Egolf AirportSmall Airport
Essex Skypark AirportSmall Airport
Fairview Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fallston AirportSmall Airport
Farmers Pride AirportSmall Airport
Flying Eagle AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Forest Hill AirportSmall Airport
Fox FieldSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Gilbert AirportSmall Airport
Glenair AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Dover

29 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Baltimore County Police Department Precinct 07 Cockeysville
Campus Police
Carroll Township Police Department555 Chestnut Grove Road
Conewago Township Police Department541 Oxford Avenue
Elizabethtown Police Department600 South Hanover Street
Fairview Township Police Department
Hampden Township Police Department
Hanover Police Department
Lower Swatara Police Department
Messiah College Campus Safety - Greenbrier HouseGrantham Road
Middletown Police300 East Emaus Street
New Cumberland Police
Newberry Township Police Department
Northeastern Regional Police Department
Northern York County Regional Police Department
Penn Township Police Department
Penn Township Police Department
Pennsylvania State Police101 North Main Street
Shiremanstown Police Department
Springettsbury Township Police Department
Steelton Police Department123 North Front Street
Upper Allen Township Police Department100 Gettysburg Pike
West Manchester Township Police Department
West Manheim Township Police Department
West York Borough - Police Department1381 West Poplar Street
York Area Regional Police Department33 Oak Street
York City Police Department
York College Campus Safety
York County Sheriff's Department

Grocery Stores in Dover

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 14651Other4911 Carlisle Rd
Giant Food Store 6306Supermarket2130 Palomino Rd
Rutters 22Convenience Store35 E Canal St
Turkey Hill Minit Markets 950218Convenience Store4001 Carlisle Rd
Wags Brothers MeatsSpecialty Store7 W Canal St

Treatment Centers in Dover

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Arkview Recovery CenterSubstance Abuse717-573-7973
Catholic Charities - York Counseling OfficeMental Health717-845-2696
Colonial House IncSubstance Abuse717-792-9702 x2
Conewago PlaceSubstance Abuse717-533-0428
Folium Inc - DBA Laurel Life ServicesMental Health717-845-7652
Gaudenzia Inc - Integrity HouseSubstance Abuse717-447-8650
Lebanon VAMC - Cumberland County Outpatient ClinicBoth717-730-9782
Lebanon VAMC - York VA Outpatient ClinicBoth717-840-2730
Naaman CenterSubstance Abuse717-367-9115
New Insights II Inc - LemoyneSubstance Abuse717-303-2035
New Insights II Inc - YorkSubstance Abuse717-845-2079
Polaris Detox LLC - DBA Innovo DetoxSubstance Abuse717-619-3260
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - York Pharmacotherapy ServicesSubstance Abuse717-840-2300
Wellspan Philhaven - MeadowlandsMental Health717-851-6340
White Deer RunSubstance Abuse717-893-5339
White Deer Run - YorkSubstance Abuse717-840-2308

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dover

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASHER FOUNDATION1766 OAKLEY DR
CALVARY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF DOVER PA9 N MAIN ST
CLEARWATER CHURCH INC3115 SUNDIAL RD
DOVER ASSEMBLY OF GOD4790 CARLISLE RD
DOVER MOUNTAIN GROVE CHAPEL170 ANDERSONTOWN ROAD EXT
DOVER-BETHANY U M CHURCH4510 BULL RD
FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD OF DOVER3380 FOX RUN RD
FULL THROTTLE MINISTRIES3190 CARDINAL LN
HARMONY GROVE COMMUNITY CHURCH INCORPORATED YORK COUNTY6390 HARMONY GROVE RD
HEAVENS LIGHT HOUSE4860 CARLISLE RD
NEW CREATION COMMUNITY CHURCH3005 EMIG MILL RD
PATHOS COMMUNITY CHURCH90 S MAIN ST REAR
PINCHOT BIBLE CHAPELPO BOX 226A
REDEEMER FREEDOM CHURCH3717 TIFFANY DRIVE APT A
ROHLERS ASSEMBLY OF GOD761 ROHLERS CHURCH RD
ROHLERS LUTHERAN CHURCH2001 GEORGE ST
TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH4004 COUNTRY DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dover

What is the population of Dover?

Dover has a population of 2,004 residents and is located in Pennsylvania. The population density is 3,711 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Dover expensive to live in?

Dover has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,500, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $192,200 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Dover safe?

Dover is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 153 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,722 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Dover receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Dover?

Dover has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Dover?

The unemployment rate in Dover is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,308. There are 7,552 business establishments in the area, including 716 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 3.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Dover?

The median home value in Dover is $192,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,065. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,102. Fair market rent is $996 for a 1-bedroom and $1,225 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,206.

How are the schools in Dover?

Schools in Dover score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.7% of adults in Dover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Dover?

The obesity rate in Dover is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.6% of adults are smokers. 38.7% are physically inactive. 88.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:968.

What is transportation like in Dover?

The average commute in Dover is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Dover?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Dover is 85.3% White, 3% Black or African American. 95.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.8% speak Spanish. 13.4% of the population are military veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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