Dover, TN

Tennessee · Metropolitan Area

Dover is a small town in Tennessee with a population of 2,080. Residents earn $72,616 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,080 Population 540/sq mi density
$72,616 Median Income $30,173 per capita
$199,300 Home Value $239,498 Zillow
$681 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
139 Violent Crime/100K 974 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,616 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$199,300 home value, $681/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
139 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,616
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,300
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 139/100K
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $681
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,080
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density540/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,616
Per Capita$30,173
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$1,164M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,300
Rent$681
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,498

Crime

F
Violent139/100K
Property974/100K
Murder69.5/100K
Assault70/100K
Burglary139/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Elevation478 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute34 min
Libraries1

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 $72,616, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dover is $199,300, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $681 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x 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 139 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 974 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Dover has a population of 2,080 with a density of 540 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

2,080
Total Population
540
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dover is $72,616, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Dover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,616
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,173
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$60,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)266
County GDP$1,164M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare21
Retail40
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dover is $199,300, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $681 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,300
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$681
41% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$882
1 Bedroom$924
2 Bedrooms$1,118
3 Bedrooms$1,445
4 Bedrooms$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,536
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Dover, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression30.5%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death12,355/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access42.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Dover has a violent crime rate of 139 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 974 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 69.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent139.1/100K
63% below US avg
Murder69.5/100K
1004% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault69.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property973.6/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary139.1/100K
Theft834.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dover has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation478 ft (146 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density540/sq mi
Coordinates36.4816°N, 87.8438°W
County FIPS47161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density540/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home6.3%

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