Dover, NJ
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18,426
TOTAL POPULATION
8,933
MALE POPULATION
9,493
FEMALE POPULATION
94.10
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,182
PER CAPITA INCOME
$69,314
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,987
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
45.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
54.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.54
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,200
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Dover Zip Codes
Race in Dover
The most populous races in Dover are Hispanic or Latino (13,275 | 72.0%), Some other Race (6,769 | 36.7%), and White / Caucasian (6,515 | 35.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 341 | 1.8% |
| Black / African American | 1,639 | 8.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13,275 | 72.0% |
| Native / Alaskan | 50 | 0.3% |
| White / Caucasian | 6,515 | 35.4% |
| Two or more Races | 3,112 | 16.9% |
| Some other Race | 6,769 | 36.7% |
| Total | 18,426 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dover
The most populous ancestries reported in Dover are South American (4,601 | 25.0%), Mexican (3,214 | 17.4%), Colombian (2,820 | 15.3%), Central American (2,578 | 14.0%), and Honduran (1,940 | 10.5%), together accounting for 82.2% of all Dover residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 89 | 0.5% |
| American | 165 | 0.9% |
| Arapaho | 20 | 0.1% |
| Argentinean | 19 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 43 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 2 | 0.0% |
| Brazilian | 32 | 0.2% |
| British | 21 | 0.1% |
| Burmese | 52 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 2,578 | 14.0% |
| Central American Indian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Chilean | 173 | 0.9% |
| Colombian | 2,820 | 15.3% |
| Costa Rican | 144 | 0.8% |
| Czech | 37 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 11 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 572 | 3.1% |
| Dutch | 49 | 0.3% |
| Ecuadorian | 833 | 4.5% |
| English | 301 | 1.6% |
| European | 92 | 0.5% |
| French | 31 | 0.2% |
| French American Indian | 50 | 0.3% |
| German | 230 | 1.3% |
| Greek | 92 | 0.5% |
| Guatemalan | 141 | 0.8% |
| Guyanese | 31 | 0.2% |
| Haitian | 62 | 0.3% |
| Honduran | 1,940 | 10.5% |
| Hungarian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 73 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 592 | 3.2% |
| Italian | 644 | 3.5% |
| Jamaican | 311 | 1.7% |
| Korean | 150 | 0.8% |
| Latvian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 3,214 | 17.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 12 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 203 | 1.1% |
| Northern European | 7 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 32 | 0.2% |
| Peruvian | 500 | 2.7% |
| Polish | 284 | 1.5% |
| Portuguese | 8 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,837 | 10.0% |
| Romanian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 71 | 0.4% |
| Salvadoran | 150 | 0.8% |
| Scandinavian | 6 | 0.0% |
| Scotch-Irish | 7 | 0.0% |
| Scottish | 63 | 0.3% |
| Slovak | 12 | 0.1% |
| South American | 4,601 | 25.0% |
| Spaniard | 43 | 0.2% |
| Spanish | 116 | 0.6% |
| Sri Lankan | 28 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 89 | 0.5% |
| Swedish | 24 | 0.1% |
| Swiss | 10 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 61 | 0.3% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 13 | 0.1% |
| Uruguayan | 210 | 1.1% |
| Venezuelan | 46 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 21 | 0.1% |
| West Indian | 56 | 0.3% | View All 65 Rows |
Immigrants in Dover
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dover came from Latin America (8,648 | 46.9%), Central America (4,006 | 21.7%), South America (3,860 | 20.9%), Colombia (2,048 | 11.1%), and Mexico (2,030 | 11.0%), together accounting for 111.8% of all Dover residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 35 | 0.2% |
| Argentina | 19 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 308 | 1.7% |
| Bangladesh | 28 | 0.2% |
| Brazil | 32 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 782 | 4.2% |
| Central America | 4,006 | 21.7% |
| Chile | 157 | 0.9% |
| China | 49 | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 2,048 | 11.1% |
| Costa Rica | 121 | 0.7% |
| Croatia | 16 | 0.1% |
| Dominica | 21 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 491 | 2.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 75 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 51 | 0.3% |
| Ecuador | 774 | 4.2% |
| El Salvador | 178 | 1.0% |
| Europe | 237 | 1.3% |
| Germany | 6 | 0.0% |
| Greece | 105 | 0.6% |
| Guatemala | 99 | 0.5% |
| Guyana | 31 | 0.2% |
| Honduras | 1,337 | 7.3% |
| India | 44 | 0.2% |
| Italy | 23 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 245 | 1.3% |
| Korea | 26 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 8,648 | 46.9% |
| Mexico | 2,030 | 11.0% |
| Middle Africa | 26 | 0.1% |
| Nicaragua | 218 | 1.2% |
| Northern Europe | 38 | 0.2% |
| Panama | 23 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 618 | 3.4% |
| Philippines | 141 | 0.8% |
| Romania | 25 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 10 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 10 | 0.1% |
| Senegal | 9 | 0.1% |
| South America | 3,860 | 20.9% |
| South Central Asia | 72 | 0.4% |
| South Eastern Asia | 161 | 0.9% |
| Southern Europe | 142 | 0.8% |
| Spain | 14 | 0.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 25 | 0.1% |
| Uruguay | 175 | 0.9% |
| Venezuela | 6 | 0.0% |
| Vietnam | 20 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 9 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 6 | 0.0% | View All 51 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dover
Sex and Age in Dover
The most populous age groups in Dover are 35 to 39 Years (941 | 10.5%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (1,151 | 12.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 479 (5.4%) | 257 (2.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 363 (4.1%) | 564 (5.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 498 (5.6%) | 1,151 (12.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 621 (7.0%) | 699 (7.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 683 (7.6%) | 539 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 633 (7.1%) | 612 (6.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 487 (5.4%) | 440 (4.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 941 (10.5%) | 568 (6.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 608 (6.8%) | 684 (7.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 643 (7.2%) | 772 (8.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 629 (7.0%) | 559 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 709 (7.9%) | 688 (7.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 797 (8.9%) | 375 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 322 (3.6%) | 623 (6.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 234 (2.6%) | 247 (2.6%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 128 (1.4%) | 193 (2.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 114 (1.3%) | 247 (2.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 44 (0.5%) | 275 (2.9%) |
| Total | 8,933 (100.0%) | 9,493 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dover
Median Family Size in Dover
The median family size in Dover is 3.41 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,073 | 68.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (413 | 9.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.03 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,073 (68.5%) | 3.56 |
| Single Male/Father | 413 (9.2%) | 3.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 999 (22.3%) | 3.11 |
| Total Families | 4,485 (100.0%) | 3.41 |
Median Household Size in Dover
The median household size in Dover is 2.97 persons per household, with single male/father households (413 | 6.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.77 persons per household. non-family households (1,643 | 26.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.14 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,073 (50.1%) | 3.63 |
| Single Male/Father | 413 (6.7%) | 3.77 |
| Single Female/Mother | 999 (16.3%) | 3.62 |
| Non-family | 1,643 (26.8%) | 1.14 |
| Total Households | 6,128 (100.0%) | 2.97 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dover
Out of a total of 6,128 households in Dover, 4,485 (73.2%) are family households, while 1,643 (26.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 5-person households, comprising 1,327, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,443.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,443 (23.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,133 (18.5%) | 194 (3.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,046 (17.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 753 (12.3%) | 6 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,327 (21.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 125 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 101 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,485 (73.2%) | 1,643 (26.8%) |
Female Fertility in Dover
Fertility by Age in Dover
Average fertility rate in Dover is 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 17.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 58.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 26 (41.3%) | 16.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 37 (58.7%) | 17.0 |
| Total | 63 (100.0%) | 14.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dover
76.2% of women with births (63) in Dover are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 40.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 22 (59.5%) | 15 (40.5%) |
| Total | 48 (76.2%) | 15 (23.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Dover
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 15 (23.8%) | 13.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 12 (19.1%) | 9.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (15.9%) | 16.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (41.3%) | 117.0 |
| Total | 63 (100.0%) | 14.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dover
23.8% of women with births in Dover are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 10 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 48 (76.2%) | 15 (23.8%) |
Income in Dover
Income Overview in Dover
Per Capita Income in Dover is $35,182, while median incomes of families and households are $69,314 and $67,987 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,426 | $35,182 |
| Median Family Income | 4,485 | $69,314 |
| Mean Family Income | 4,485 | $119,211 |
| Median Household Income | 6,128 | $67,987 |
| Mean Household Income | 6,128 | $105,475 |
| Income Deficit | 4,485 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,426 | 45.46% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,426 | 54.54¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,426 | 0.54 |
Earnings by Sex in Dover
Average Earnings in Dover are $32,727, $43,845 for men and $23,915 for women, a difference of 45.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,618 (54.3%) | $43,845 |
| Female | 4,730 (45.7%) | $23,915 |
| Total | 10,348 (100.0%) | $32,727 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dover
The most common earnings brackets in Dover are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (619 | 11.0%) and $5,000 to $7,499 for women (481 | 10.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 95 (1.7%) | 300 (6.3%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 86 (1.5%) | 213 (4.5%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 56 (1.0%) | 481 (10.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 259 (4.6%) | 190 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 136 (2.4%) | 251 (5.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 92 (1.6%) | 155 (3.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 102 (1.8%) | 245 (5.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 99 (1.8%) | 95 (2.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 298 (5.3%) | 272 (5.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 118 (2.1%) | 288 (6.1%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 619 (11.0%) | 336 (7.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 554 (9.9%) | 314 (6.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 161 (2.9%) | 164 (3.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 225 (4.0%) | 150 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 608 (10.8%) | 100 (2.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 380 (6.8%) | 247 (5.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 581 (10.3%) | 302 (6.4%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 392 (7.0%) | 167 (3.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 383 (6.8%) | 168 (3.5%) |
| $100,000+ | 374 (6.7%) | 292 (6.2%) |
| Total | 5,618 (100.0%) | 4,730 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dover
Average earnings in Dover are $45,447 for men and $26,729 for women, a difference of 41.2%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,581, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $34,271. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $66,875, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $12,900.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $34,271 | $12,900 |
| High School Diploma | $45,731 | $26,015 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $44,827 | $33,657 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,581 | $35,662 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $45,447 | $26,729 |
Family Income in Dover
Family Income Brackets in Dover
According to the Dover family income data, there are 942 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.0% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 81 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 81 | 1.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 188 | 4.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 287 | 6.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 296 | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 610 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 937 | 20.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 682 | 15.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 942 | 21.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 152 | 3.4% |
| $200,000+ | 318 | 7.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dover
4-person families (766 | 17.1%) account for the highest median family income in Dover with $76,330 per family, while 2-person families (1,275 | 28.4%) have the highest median income of $33,282 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,275 (28.4%) | $66,563 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,186 (26.4%) | $73,824 |
| 4-Person Families | 766 (17.1%) | $76,330 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,159 (25.8%) | $69,042 |
| 6-Person Families | 83 (1.8%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 16 (0.4%) | $0 |
| Total | 4,485 (100.0%) | $69,314 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dover
The median family income in Dover is $69,314, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,148) having the highest median family income of $87,500, while families with no earners (315) have the lowest median family income of $36,042, accounting for 25.6% and 7.0% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 315 (7.0%) | $36,042 |
| 1 Earner | 1,454 (32.4%) | $46,230 |
| 2 Earners | 1,568 (35.0%) | $83,136 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,148 (25.6%) | $87,500 |
| Total | 4,485 (100.0%) | $69,314 |
Household Income in Dover
Household Income Brackets in Dover
With 1,244 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dover, accounting for 20.3% of all households. In contrast, only 202 households (3.3%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 313 | 5.1% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 282 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 398 | 6.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 515 | 8.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 748 | 12.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,244 | 20.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 846 | 13.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,164 | 19.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 202 | 3.3% |
| $200,000+ | 417 | 6.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dover
The median household income in Dover is $67,987, with the highest median household income of $72,674 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,031 households (33.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 87 households (1.4%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 87 (1.4%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,031 (33.1%) | $72,674 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,320 (37.9%) | $69,035 |
| 65+ Years | 1,690 (27.6%) | $44,403 |
| Total | 6,128 (100.0%) | $67,987 |
Poverty in Dover
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dover
With 9.2% poverty level for males and 16.9% for females among the residents of Dover, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 14 males (38.9%) and 29 females (30.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 129 (27.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 14 (38.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 51 (9.2%) | 274 (29.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 78 (33.3%) | 64 (9.6%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (30.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 24 (17.5%) | 61 (27.1%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 178 (20.8%) | 90 (9.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 41 (3.7%) | 255 (24.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 14 (0.9%) | 282 (22.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 114 (9.0%) | 147 (11.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 107 (7.2%) | 107 (10.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 54 (9.8%) | 168 (19.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (4.2%) | 95 (16.1%) |
| Total | 816 (9.2%) | 1,572 (16.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dover
According to the poverty statistics in Dover, males aged 15 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 346 (72.8%) | 248 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 22 (61.1%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 502 (90.8%) | 642 (70.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 156 (66.7%) | 605 (90.4%) |
| 15 Years | 278 (100.0%) | 67 (69.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 113 (82.5%) | 164 (72.9%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 679 (79.2%) | 827 (90.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,079 (96.3%) | 797 (75.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,535 (99.1%) | 970 (77.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,158 (91.0%) | 1,172 (88.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,375 (92.8%) | 956 (89.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 498 (90.2%) | 702 (80.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 271 (95.8%) | 495 (83.9%) |
| Total | 8,012 (90.8%) | 7,732 (83.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dover
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dover show that 4.9% or 150 of the total 3,073 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 5.9%, comprising of 98 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,069 (95.4%) | 52 (4.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,569 (94.1%) | 98 (5.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 285 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,923 (95.1%) | 150 (4.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dover
According to the poverty data in Dover, 1.9% or 8 single-father households and 36.3% or 363 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 8 households (2.9%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 282 households (69.8%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 8 (2.9%) | 54 (10.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 282 (69.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (33.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8 (1.9%) | 363 (36.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dover
The poverty data for Dover shows that 150 of the married-couple family households (4.9%) and 371 of the single-parent households (26.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 98 households (5.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 282 household (58.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 52 (4.6%) | 62 (7.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 98 (5.9%) | 282 (58.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (19.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 150 (4.9%) | 371 (26.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dover
Employment by Class of Employer in Dover
Among the 9,485 employed individuals in Dover, private company employees (7,949 | 83.8%), self-employed (not incorporated) (489 | 5.2%), and local government employees (343 | 3.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 7,949 | 83.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 192 | 2.0% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 489 | 5.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 154 | 1.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 343 | 3.6% |
| State Government Employees | 114 | 1.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 229 | 2.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 15 | 0.2% |
| Total | 9,485 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Dover
According to the labor force statistics for Dover, out of the total population over 16 years of age (14,740), 69.2% or 10,200 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 632 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 87.8% or 2,459 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 34.7% or 149 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 430 (45.5%) | 149 (34.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 964 (78.9%) | 170 (17.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 940 (75.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 744 (80.3%) | 11 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,459 (87.8%) | 214 (8.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,226 (85.5%) | 47 (2.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,160 (83.0%) | 15 (1.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 695 (59.3%) | 18 (2.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 528 (37.0%) | 3 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 62 (6.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,200 (69.2%) | 632 (6.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dover
According to labor force statistics for Dover, 81.0% of individuals (8,217) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,145) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 312 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 86.6% or 1,547 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.1% or 125 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 2,054 (84.3%) | 149 (6.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,140 (73.2%) | 135 (4.6%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,483 (82.8%) | 60 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,547 (86.6%) | 38 (2.1%) |
| Total | 8,217 (81.0%) | 386 (3.8%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dover
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dover are Management (485 | 5.1%), Community & Social Service (369 | 3.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (345 | 3.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (308 | 3.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (217 | 2.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dover, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (89.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.8%), and Computers & Mathematics (73.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (84.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (82.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 263 (54.2%) | 222 (45.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 93 (59.2%) | 64 (40.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 258 (74.8%) | 87 (25.2%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 144 (73.1%) | 53 (26.9%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 114 (89.1%) | 14 (10.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 111 (30.1%) | 258 (69.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 3 (17.6%) | 14 (82.4%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 25 (43.9%) | 32 (56.1%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 34 (15.7%) | 183 (84.3%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 49 (62.8%) | 29 (37.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 92 (29.9%) | 216 (70.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 61 (38.4%) | 98 (61.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 817 (49.1%) | 847 (50.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,098 (53.8%) | 4,369 (46.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dover are Cleaning & Maintenance (1,095 | 11.6%), Food Preparation & Serving (506 | 5.3%), Personal Care & Service (355 | 3.7%), Healthcare Support (344 | 3.6%), and Security & Protection (103 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Dover, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (83.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (77.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (73.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 91 (26.5%) | 253 (73.6%) |
| Security & Protection | 86 (83.5%) | 17 (16.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 57 (77.0%) | 17 (23.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 29 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 253 (50.0%) | 253 (50.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 566 (51.7%) | 529 (48.3%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 355 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 996 (41.4%) | 1,407 (58.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,098 (53.8%) | 4,369 (46.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dover are Office & Administration (996 | 10.5%), and Sales & Related (916 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 405 (44.2%) | 511 (55.8%) |
| Office & Administration | 243 (24.4%) | 753 (75.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 648 (33.9%) | 1,264 (66.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,098 (53.8%) | 4,369 (46.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dover are Construction & Extraction (839 | 8.9%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (298 | 3.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 839 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 298 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,137 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,098 (53.8%) | 4,369 (46.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dover are Material Moving (897 | 9.5%), Production (885 | 9.3%), and Transportation (569 | 6.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 496 (56.0%) | 389 (44.0%) |
| Transportation | 502 (88.2%) | 67 (11.8%) |
| Material Moving | 502 (56.0%) | 395 (44.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,500 (63.8%) | 851 (36.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,098 (53.8%) | 4,369 (46.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dover
Employment Industries in Dover
The major employment industries in Dover include Retail Trade (1,380 | 14.6%), Manufacturing (1,239 | 13.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,214 | 12.8%), Administrative & Support (1,075 | 11.4%), and Construction (957 | 10.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dover
The Dover industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (98.2%), and Transportation & Warehousing (76.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Educational Services (75.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 940 (98.2%) | 17 (1.8%) |
| Manufacturing | 664 (53.6%) | 575 (46.4%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 124 (46.6%) | 142 (53.4%) |
| Retail Trade | 822 (59.6%) | 558 (40.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 586 (76.5%) | 180 (23.5%) |
| Utilities | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 93 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 135 (36.1%) | 239 (63.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 96 (36.2%) | 169 (63.8%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 647 (60.2%) | 428 (39.8%) |
| Educational Services | 56 (24.3%) | 174 (75.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 296 (24.4%) | 918 (75.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 54 (50.0%) | 54 (50.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 431 (50.3%) | 426 (49.7%) |
| Public Administration | 88 (64.7%) | 48 (35.3%) |
| Total | 5,098 (53.8%) | 4,369 (46.2%) |
Education in Dover
School Enrollment in Dover
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,843 students in Dover are middle school (1,371 | 28.3%), high school (1,102 | 22.8%), and elementary school (839 | 17.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 353 | 7.3% |
| Kindergarten | 165 | 3.4% |
| Elementary School | 839 | 17.3% |
| Middle School | 1,371 | 28.3% |
| High School | 1,102 | 22.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 818 | 16.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 195 | 4.0% |
| Total | 4,843 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dover
Out of a total of 4,843 students who are enrolled in schools in Dover, 174 (3.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,669 (96.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 109 (28.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 891 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 259 (93.5%) | 18 (6.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 891 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,635 (99.2%) | 14 (0.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 736 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 341 (93.7%) | 23 (6.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 268 (71.1%) | 109 (28.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 356 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 181 (93.8%) | 12 (6.2%) |
| Total | 4,669 (96.4%) | 174 (3.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dover
Business (532 | 21.9%), education (495 | 20.3%), science & technology (278 | 11.4%), social sciences (165 | 6.8%), and engineering (159 | 6.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,433 individuals in Dover who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 52 | 2.1% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 114 | 4.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 11 | 0.4% |
| Psychology | 110 | 4.5% |
| Social Sciences | 165 | 6.8% |
| Engineering | 159 | 6.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 54 | 2.2% |
| Science & Technology | 278 | 11.4% |
| Business | 532 | 21.9% |
| Education | 495 | 20.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 132 | 5.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 67 | 2.8% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 55 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 73 | 3.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 136 | 5.6% |
| Total | 2,433 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Dover
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dover
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dover are males with 2 vehicles (1,509, accounting for 29.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,234, making up 35.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 617 (11.9%) | 434 (10.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,301 (25.2%) | 1,175 (27.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,509 (29.2%) | 1,234 (28.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,220 (23.6%) | 1,075 (24.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 263 (5.1%) | 314 (7.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 259 (5.0%) | 81 (1.9%) |
| Total | 5,169 (100.0%) | 4,313 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dover
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dover are 10 to 14 minutes (1,543 commuters, 16.9%), 30 to 34 minutes (1,394 commuters, 15.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (1,349 commuters, 14.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 99 | 1.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 993 | 10.9% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,543 | 16.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 968 | 10.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,349 | 14.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 708 | 7.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,394 | 15.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 341 | 3.7% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 254 | 2.8% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 602 | 6.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 425 | 4.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 434 | 4.8% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dover
The most common commute times in Dover are 20 to 24 minutes (775 commuters, 15.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (859 commuters, 20.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 35 (0.7%) | 64 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 402 (8.0%) | 591 (14.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 684 (13.7%) | 859 (20.9%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 490 (9.8%) | 478 (11.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 775 (15.5%) | 574 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 405 (8.1%) | 303 (7.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 689 (13.8%) | 705 (17.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 274 (5.5%) | 67 (1.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 202 (4.0%) | 52 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 490 (9.8%) | 112 (2.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 215 (4.3%) | 210 (5.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 337 (6.7%) | 97 (2.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dover
The most frequent times of departure to work in Dover are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (981, 19.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (624, 15.2%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 630 (12.6%) | 77 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 81 (1.6%) | 170 (4.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 543 (10.9%) | 200 (4.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 641 (12.8%) | 139 (3.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 341 (6.8%) | 433 (10.5%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 981 (19.6%) | 624 (15.2%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 429 (8.6%) | 385 (9.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 415 (8.3%) | 334 (8.1%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 223 (4.5%) | 98 (2.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 109 (2.2%) | 460 (11.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 253 (5.1%) | 247 (6.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 31 (0.6%) | 115 (2.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 176 (3.5%) | 378 (9.2%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 145 (2.9%) | 452 (11.0%) |
| Total | 4,998 (100.0%) | 4,112 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dover
Occupancy by Ownership in Dover
Of the total 6,128 dwellings in Dover, owner-occupied units account for 2,719 (44.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,409 (55.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 2,719 | 44.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,409 | 55.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 6,128 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dover
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,443 | 23.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,327 | 21.6% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,046 | 17.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,312 | 37.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 6,128 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dover
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 568 (39.4%) | 875 (60.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 745 (56.1%) | 582 (43.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 655 (62.6%) | 391 (37.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 751 (32.5%) | 1,561 (67.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 2,719 (44.4%) | 3,409 (55.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dover
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 328 (23.6%) | 1,062 (76.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 793 (41.0%) | 1,140 (59.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 880 (59.8%) | 592 (40.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 718 (53.9%) | 615 (46.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dover
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 851 | 13.9% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,267 | 20.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,236 | 20.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,084 | 17.7% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 971 | 15.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 529 | 8.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 190 | 3.1% |
| Total | 6,128 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dover
Median Income by Occupancy in Dover
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 2,719 (44.4%) | $95,375 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,409 (55.6%) | $49,992 |
| Average | 6,128 (100.0%) | $67,987 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dover
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 24 (0.9%) | 235 (6.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 52 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 31 (1.1%) | 252 (7.4%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 32 (1.2%) | 113 (3.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 63 (2.3%) | 188 (5.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 103 (3.8%) | 410 (12.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 242 (8.9%) | 507 (14.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 421 (15.5%) | 826 (24.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 452 (16.6%) | 393 (11.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 838 (30.8%) | 328 (9.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 461 (17.0%) | 157 (4.6%) |
| Total | 2,719 (100.0%) | 3,409 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dover
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 13 (0.5%) | 183 (5.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 18 (0.7%) | 175 (5.1%) |
| $500 to $799 | 281 (10.3%) | 112 (3.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 227 (8.4%) | 14 (0.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 404 (14.9%) | 908 (26.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 511 (18.8%) | 772 (22.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 553 (20.3%) | 1,050 (30.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 375 (13.8%) | 27 (0.8%) |
| $3,000 or more | 337 (12.4%) | 153 (4.5%) |
| Total | 2,719 (100.0%) | 3,409 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dover
Housing Structures in Dover
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,729 | 44.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 711 | 11.6% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 1,079 | 17.6% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 500 | 8.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 406 | 6.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 703 | 11.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,128 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dover
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 2,248 (82.4%) | 481 (17.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 170 (23.9%) | 541 (76.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 250 (23.2%) | 829 (76.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 14 (2.8%) | 486 (97.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 406 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 37 (5.3%) | 666 (94.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,719 (44.4%) | 3,409 (55.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dover
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 319 (9.4%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 46 (1.7%) | 765 (22.4%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 677 (24.9%) | 1,873 (54.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,526 (56.1%) | 335 (9.8%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 470 (17.3%) | 117 (3.4%) |
| Total | 2,719 (100.0%) | 3,409 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dover
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 2,071 (76.2%) | 2,452 (71.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 34 (1.3%) | 358 (10.5%) |
| Electricity | 101 (3.7%) | 556 (16.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 490 (18.0%) | 43 (1.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 23 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,719 (100.0%) | 3,409 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dover
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 49 (1.8%) | 798 (23.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 823 (30.3%) | 1,374 (40.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,107 (40.7%) | 777 (22.8%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 740 (27.2%) | 460 (13.5%) |
| Total | 2,719 (100.0%) | 3,409 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dover
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dover
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 906 | 1,813 |
| Median Property Value | $311,300 | $319,700 |
| Median Household Income | $84,231 | $299 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $938 | $337 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $6,490 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dover
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 7 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (0.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 405 (44.7%) | 748 (41.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 445 (49.1%) | 940 (51.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 49 (5.4%) | 44 (2.4%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (3.7%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 906 (100.0%) | 1,813 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dover
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 36 (4.0%) | 44 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 11 (1.2%) | 40 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 36 (4.0%) | 115 (6.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 186 (20.5%) | 67 (3.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 139 (15.3%) | 56 (3.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 158 (17.4%) | 282 (15.5%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 178 (19.7%) | 294 (16.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 162 (17.9%) | 660 (36.4%) |
| Total | 906 (100.0%) | 1,813 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dover
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 161 (17.8%) | 101,287 (5,586.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 217 (23.9%) | 329 (18.1%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 197 (21.7%) | 488 (26.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 331 (36.5%) | 386 (21.3%) |
| Total | 906 (100.0%) | 1,813 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dover
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 875 (96.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 906 (100.0%) | 1,813 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dover
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dover
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 669 (77.5%) | 194 (22.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,796 (81.2%) | 646 (18.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,302 (72.1%) | 504 (27.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,113 (61.0%) | 712 (39.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,532 (54.7%) | 1,269 (45.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,579 (61.4%) | 991 (38.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,060 (80.9%) | 485 (19.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,422 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 873 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,346 (73.5%) | 4,801 (26.5%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dover
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 669 (77.5%) | 194 (22.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,796 (81.2%) | 646 (18.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,302 (72.1%) | 504 (27.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dover
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,137 (73.0%) | 420 (27.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,044 (56.6%) | 1,567 (43.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,574 (69.1%) | 1,153 (30.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,197 (78.0%) | 618 (22.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 5,331 (83.7%) | 1,042 (16.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dover
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 469 (54.3%) | 279 (32.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,385 (40.2%) | 1,561 (45.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 407 (22.5%) | 908 (50.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 298 (16.3%) | 870 (47.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 439 (15.7%) | 1,222 (43.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 193 (7.5%) | 1,408 (54.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 454 (17.8%) | 1,617 (63.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,191 (83.8%) | 791 (55.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 873 (100.0%) | 425 (48.7%) |
| Total | 5,709 (31.5%) | 9,081 (50.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dover
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 138 (10.8%) | 62 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 52 (2.7%) | 164 (8.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 276 (6.5%) | 302 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 109 (19.8%) | 271 (31.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 103 (36.4%) | 166 (28.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dover
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (1.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 4 (0.2%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 227 (5.3%) | 119 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 56 (10.1%) | 38 (4.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 97 (34.3%) | 73 (12.4%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 108 (8.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 6 (0.3%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 73 (1.7%) | 30 (0.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 14 (2.5%) | 80 (9.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (7.4%) | 35 (5.9%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 119 (9.3%) | 62 (3.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 44 (2.3%) | 119 (6.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 166 (3.9%) | 24 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (3.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (3.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 89 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (1.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 264 (6.2%) | 132 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 52 (9.4%) | 187 (21.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 27 (9.5%) | 118 (20.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 89 (7.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 68 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (1.0%) | 24 (0.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (3.6%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 10 (3.5%) | 7 (1.2%) |
Technology Access in Dover
Computing Device Access in Dover
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 4,573 | 74.6% |
| Smartphone | 5,479 | 89.4% |
| Tablet | 3,396 | 55.4% |
| No Computing Device | 349 | 5.7% |
| Total | 6,128 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dover
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 4,544 | 74.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 773 | 12.6% |
| Satellite Internet | 583 | 9.5% |
| No Internet | 567 | 9.2% |
| Total | 6,128 | 100.0% |
Dover Summary
Dover is a small town located in Morris County, New Jersey. It is situated in the northern part of the state, about 25 miles west of New York City. The town has a population of 18,157 as of the 2010 census, making it the second-largest municipality in Morris County.
Geography
Dover is located at 40°51'N 74°41'W (40.851, -74.683). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.8 km2), all of which is land.
The town is bordered by Mine Hill Township to the north, Randolph Township to the east, Rockaway Township to the south, and Victory Gardens to the west. The Rockaway River runs through the town, and there are several small lakes and ponds in the area.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 18,157 people, 6,845 households, and 4,717 families residing in the town. The population density was 4,323.3 people per square mile (1,668.2/km2). There were 7,093 housing units at an average density of 1,711.2 per square mile (661.2/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 74.2% White, 11.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 8.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.7% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.7% of the population.
Economy
Dover is home to several large employers, including the Dover Mall, which is the largest shopping center in the area. Other major employers include Dover Hospital, Dover Public Schools, and Dover Township. The town also has a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The median household income in Dover was $68,945 in 2017, up from $63,945 in 2010. The median home value was $346,400 in 2017, up from $310,400 in 2010.
Education
Dover is served by the Dover Public Schools, which consists of four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The district also operates a preschool and an alternative high school. The town is also home to several private schools, including the Dover Christian Academy and the Dover Montessori School.
Conclusion
Dover is a small town located in Morris County, New Jersey. It has a population of 18,157 as of the 2010 census, making it the second-largest municipality in Morris County. The town is bordered by Mine Hill Township to the north, Randolph Township to the east, Rockaway Township to the south, and Victory Gardens to the west. The median household income in Dover was $68,945 in 2017, up from $63,945 in 2010. The town is served by the Dover Public Schools, which consists of four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Dover is also home to several large employers, including the Dover Mall, Dover Hospital, Dover Public Schools, and Dover Township. There are also a number of small businesses in the area, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Dover?
Total Population of Dover is 18,426.
What is the Total Male Population of Dover?
Total Male Population of Dover is 8,933.
What is the Total Female Population of Dover?
Total Female Population of Dover is 9,493.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dover?
There are 94.10 Males per 100 Females in Dover.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dover?
There are 106.27 Females per 100 Males in Dover.
What is the Median Population Age in Dover?
Median Population Age in Dover is 39.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dover
Average Family Size in Dover is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dover
Average Household Size in Dover is 3.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dover?
Per Capita income in Dover is $35,182.
What is the Median Family Income in Dover?
Median Family Income in Dover is $69,314.
What is the Median Household income in Dover?
Median Household Income in Dover is $67,987.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dover?
Income or Wage Gap in Dover is 45.5%.
Women in Dover earn 54.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dover?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dover is 0.54.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dover?
There are 10,200 People in the Labor Forcein in Dover.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dover?
69.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Dover.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dover?
Unemployment Rate in Dover is 6.2%.