Dover, DE
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38,879
TOTAL POPULATION
18,001
MALE POPULATION
20,878
FEMALE POPULATION
86.22
MALES / 100 FEMALES
115.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
34.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,796
PER CAPITA INCOME
$68,479
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$54,438
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,763
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
19,364
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Dover Area Codes
Race in Dover
The most populous races in Dover are Black / African American (16,416 | 42.2%), White / Caucasian (16,100 | 41.4%), and Two or more Races (3,770 | 9.7%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 1,253 | 3.2% |
| Black / African American | 16,416 | 42.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 40 | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3,606 | 9.3% |
| Native / Alaskan | 204 | 0.5% |
| White / Caucasian | 16,100 | 41.4% |
| Two or more Races | 3,770 | 9.7% |
| Some other Race | 1,096 | 2.8% |
| Total | 38,879 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Dover
The most populous ancestries reported in Dover are Irish (3,661 | 9.4%), English (3,210 | 8.3%), German (3,046 | 7.8%), Puerto Rican (1,712 | 4.4%), and Italian (1,601 | 4.1%), together accounting for 34.0% of all Dover residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 323 | 0.8% |
| American | 1,555 | 4.0% |
| Arab | 74 | 0.2% |
| Australian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 108 | 0.3% |
| Bangladeshi | 60 | 0.2% |
| Barbadian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 21 | 0.1% |
| Belizean | 4 | 0.0% |
| Bermudan | 37 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 72 | 0.2% |
| Blackfeet | 68 | 0.2% |
| Brazilian | 8 | 0.0% |
| British | 160 | 0.4% |
| British West Indian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Burmese | 189 | 0.5% |
| Canadian | 53 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 255 | 0.7% |
| Cherokee | 253 | 0.6% |
| Chilean | 23 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 23 | 0.1% |
| Colombian | 86 | 0.2% |
| Creek | 42 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 17 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 63 | 0.2% |
| Danish | 10 | 0.0% |
| Delaware | 43 | 0.1% |
| Dominican | 41 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 242 | 0.6% |
| Eastern European | 46 | 0.1% |
| Ecuadorian | 103 | 0.3% |
| English | 3,210 | 8.3% |
| Ethiopian | 1 | 0.0% |
| European | 403 | 1.0% |
| French | 411 | 1.1% |
| French Canadian | 157 | 0.4% |
| German | 3,046 | 7.8% |
| German Russian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Ghanaian | 253 | 0.6% |
| Greek | 345 | 0.9% |
| Guatemalan | 33 | 0.1% |
| Guyanese | 46 | 0.1% |
| Haitian | 731 | 1.9% |
| Honduran | 21 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 140 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 71 | 0.2% |
| Irish | 3,661 | 9.4% |
| Iroquois | 79 | 0.2% |
| Israeli | 5 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 1,601 | 4.1% |
| Jamaican | 625 | 1.6% |
| Kenyan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 493 | 1.3% |
| Liberian | 100 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 78 | 0.2% |
| Macedonian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Maltese | 19 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 1,122 | 2.9% |
| Moroccan | 52 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian | 191 | 0.5% |
| Nicaraguan | 13 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 119 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 50 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 75 | 0.2% |
| Ottawa | 4 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 120 | 0.3% |
| Palestinian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Panamanian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 7 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 192 | 0.5% |
| Polish | 660 | 1.7% |
| Portuguese | 27 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 1,712 | 4.4% |
| Russian | 113 | 0.3% |
| Salvadoran | 183 | 0.5% |
| Samoan | 40 | 0.1% |
| Scotch-Irish | 210 | 0.5% |
| Scottish | 451 | 1.2% |
| Serbian | 42 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 16 | 0.0% |
| South American | 404 | 1.0% |
| Spaniard | 8 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 796 | 2.1% |
| Swedish | 186 | 0.5% |
| Swiss | 18 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 397 | 1.0% |
| Trinidadian and Tobagonian | 131 | 0.3% |
| Turkish | 28 | 0.1% |
| U.S. Virgin Islander | 10 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 36 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 143 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 81 | 0.2% |
| Yugoslavian | 49 | 0.1% | View All 94 Rows |
Immigrants in Dover
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dover came from Latin America (1,587 | 4.1%), Caribbean (804 | 2.1%), Asia (800 | 2.1%), Africa (791 | 2.0%), and Western Africa (687 | 1.8%), together accounting for 12.0% of all Dover residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 791 | 2.0% |
| Asia | 800 | 2.1% |
| Australia | 19 | 0.1% |
| Barbados | 20 | 0.1% |
| Brazil | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 57 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 804 | 2.1% |
| Central America | 369 | 0.9% |
| Chile | 91 | 0.2% |
| China | 29 | 0.1% |
| Colombia | 84 | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | 52 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 62 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 198 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 15 | 0.0% |
| Ecuador | 25 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 21 | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | 120 | 0.3% |
| England | 34 | 0.1% |
| Ethiopia | 1 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 398 | 1.0% |
| France | 21 | 0.1% |
| Germany | 63 | 0.2% |
| Ghana | 222 | 0.6% |
| Greece | 172 | 0.4% |
| Guatemala | 29 | 0.1% |
| Guyana | 65 | 0.2% |
| Haiti | 560 | 1.4% |
| Honduras | 15 | 0.0% |
| India | 159 | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 9 | 0.0% |
| Israel | 5 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 18 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 90 | 0.2% |
| Japan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Kenya | 61 | 0.2% |
| Korea | 163 | 0.4% |
| Latin America | 1,587 | 4.1% |
| Liberia | 363 | 0.9% |
| Mexico | 205 | 0.5% |
| Morocco | 21 | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | 102 | 0.3% |
| Northern Africa | 42 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 102 | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 19 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 55 | 0.1% |
| Peru | 148 | 0.4% |
| Philippines | 357 | 0.9% |
| Poland | 10 | 0.0% |
| South America | 414 | 1.1% |
| South Central Asia | 214 | 0.5% |
| South Eastern Asia | 372 | 1.0% |
| Southern Europe | 190 | 0.5% |
| Sweden | 8 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 7 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 15 | 0.0% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | 82 | 0.2% |
| Ukraine | 5 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 687 | 1.8% |
| Western Asia | 16 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 91 | 0.2% |
| Yemen | 11 | 0.0% | View All 62 Rows |
Sex and Age in Dover
Sex and Age in Dover
The most populous age groups in Dover are 20 to 24 Years (2,401 | 13.3%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (2,193 | 10.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 876 (4.9%) | 963 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 945 (5.2%) | 1,435 (6.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,210 (6.7%) | 1,009 (4.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,561 (8.7%) | 1,784 (8.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 2,401 (13.3%) | 2,193 (10.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,498 (8.3%) | 1,303 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,276 (7.1%) | 1,195 (5.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 907 (5.0%) | 1,101 (5.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,071 (5.9%) | 1,557 (7.5%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,042 (5.8%) | 1,238 (5.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 833 (4.6%) | 885 (4.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,014 (5.6%) | 1,443 (6.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 604 (3.4%) | 813 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 702 (3.9%) | 1,027 (4.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 813 (4.5%) | 740 (3.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 365 (2.0%) | 759 (3.6%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 538 (3.0%) | 804 (3.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 345 (1.9%) | 629 (3.0%) |
| Total | 18,001 (100.0%) | 20,878 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Dover
Median Family Size in Dover
The median family size in Dover is 3.01 persons per family, with single female/mother families (2,705 | 32.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (660 | 8.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,886 (59.2%) | 2.93 |
| Single Male/Father | 660 (8.0%) | 2.87 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,705 (32.8%) | 3.19 |
| Total Families | 8,251 (100.0%) | 3.01 |
Median Household Size in Dover
The median household size in Dover is 2.31 persons per household, with single male/father households (660 | 4.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.41 persons per household. non-family households (6,863 | 45.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.32 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 4,886 (32.3%) | 2.98 |
| Single Male/Father | 660 (4.4%) | 3.41 |
| Single Female/Mother | 2,705 (17.9%) | 3.37 |
| Non-family | 6,863 (45.4%) | 1.32 |
| Total Households | 15,114 (100.0%) | 2.31 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dover
Out of a total of 15,114 households in Dover, 8,251 (54.6%) are family households, while 6,863 (45.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,005, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 5,663.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 5,663 (37.5%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,005 (26.5%) | 1,013 (6.7%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,806 (11.9%) | 117 (0.8%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,341 (8.9%) | 18 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 593 (3.9%) | 52 (0.3%) |
| 6-Person Households | 325 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 181 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,251 (54.6%) | 6,863 (45.4%) |
Female Fertility in Dover
Fertility by Age in Dover
Average fertility rate in Dover is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 61.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 77.6% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 35 (9.4%) | 20.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 288 (77.6%) | 61.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 48 (12.9%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 371 (100.0%) | 35.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dover
46.6% of women with births (371) in Dover are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 136 (47.2%) | 152 (52.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 37 (77.1%) | 11 (22.9%) |
| Total | 173 (46.6%) | 198 (53.4%) |
Fertility by Education in Dover
Average fertility rate in Dover is 35.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 66.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 15.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 52.3% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 35 (9.4%) | 29.0 |
| High School Diploma | 58 (15.6%) | 29.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 194 (52.3%) | 40.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (6.5%) | 15.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 60 (16.2%) | 66.0 |
| Total | 371 (100.0%) | 35.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dover
53.4% of women with births in Dover are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school 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%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 89 (45.9%) | 105 (54.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 173 (46.6%) | 198 (53.4%) |
Income in Dover
Income Overview in Dover
Per Capita Income in Dover is $29,796, while median incomes of families and households are $68,479 and $54,438 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 38,879 | $29,796 |
| Median Family Income | 8,251 | $68,479 |
| Mean Family Income | 8,251 | $81,334 |
| Median Household Income | 15,114 | $54,438 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,114 | $70,371 |
| Income Deficit | 8,251 | $9,763 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 38,879 | 26.46% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 38,879 | 73.54¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 38,879 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Dover
Average Earnings in Dover are $30,239, $36,116 for men and $26,561 for women, a difference of 26.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 10,463 (48.9%) | $36,116 |
| Female | 10,936 (51.1%) | $26,561 |
| Total | 21,399 (100.0%) | $30,239 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dover
The most common earnings brackets in Dover are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (897 | 8.6%) and $2,499 or less for women (1,107 | 10.1%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 559 (5.3%) | 1,107 (10.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 499 (4.8%) | 666 (6.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 340 (3.3%) | 777 (7.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 600 (5.7%) | 400 (3.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 551 (5.3%) | 317 (2.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 319 (3.0%) | 463 (4.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 403 (3.8%) | 276 (2.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 267 (2.5%) | 308 (2.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 188 (1.8%) | 336 (3.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 488 (4.7%) | 640 (5.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 448 (4.3%) | 687 (6.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 465 (4.4%) | 577 (5.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 717 (6.9%) | 759 (6.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 382 (3.6%) | 346 (3.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 897 (8.6%) | 375 (3.4%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 384 (3.7%) | 440 (4.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 867 (8.3%) | 985 (9.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 386 (3.7%) | 199 (1.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 839 (8.0%) | 847 (7.7%) |
| $100,000+ | 864 (8.3%) | 431 (3.9%) |
| Total | 10,463 (100.0%) | 10,936 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dover
Average earnings in Dover are $45,478 for men and $36,553 for women, a difference of 19.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,636, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,135. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $64,728, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $17,042.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $32,135 | $17,042 |
| High School Diploma | $36,528 | $28,848 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $43,083 | $32,050 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $54,167 | $48,696 |
| Graduate Degree | $78,636 | $64,728 |
| Total | $45,478 | $36,553 |
Family Income in Dover
Family Income Brackets in Dover
According to the Dover family income data, there are 1,790 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 231 families (2.8%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 231 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 487 | 5.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 718 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 561 | 6.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,056 | 12.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,403 | 17.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,254 | 15.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,790 | 21.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 479 | 5.8% |
| $200,000+ | 281 | 3.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dover
4-person families (1,117 | 13.5%) account for the highest median family income in Dover with $91,103 per family, while 2-person families (4,331 | 52.5%) have the highest median income of $32,292 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,331 (52.5%) | $64,583 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,820 (22.1%) | $74,568 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,117 (13.5%) | $91,103 |
| 5-Person Families | 546 (6.6%) | $80,192 |
| 6-Person Families | 345 (4.2%) | $44,365 |
| 7+ Person Families | 92 (1.1%) | $0 |
| Total | 8,251 (100.0%) | $68,479 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dover
The median family income in Dover is $68,479, with families comprising 3+ earners (605) having the highest median family income of $115,911, while families with 1 earner (3,581) have the lowest median family income of $45,979, accounting for 7.3% and 43.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,490 (18.1%) | $46,845 |
| 1 Earner | 3,581 (43.4%) | $45,979 |
| 2 Earners | 2,575 (31.2%) | $99,225 |
| 3+ Earners | 605 (7.3%) | $115,911 |
| Total | 8,251 (100.0%) | $68,479 |
Household Income in Dover
Household Income Brackets in Dover
With 2,630 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dover, accounting for 17.4% of all households. In contrast, only 378 households (2.5%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 665 | 4.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 861 | 5.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,768 | 11.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,572 | 10.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,086 | 13.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,630 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,071 | 13.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,161 | 14.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 907 | 6.0% |
| $200,000+ | 378 | 2.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Dover
The median household income in Dover is $54,438, with the highest median household income of $70,666 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 4,533 households (30.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,750, with 920 households (6.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 920 (6.1%) | $38,750 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 5,329 (35.3%) | $55,012 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 4,533 (30.0%) | $70,666 |
| 65+ Years | 4,332 (28.7%) | $46,566 |
| Total | 15,114 (100.0%) | $54,438 |
Poverty in Dover
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dover
With 16.8% poverty level for males and 22.9% for females among the residents of Dover, 15 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 143 males (46.0%) and 246 females (59.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 214 (24.4%) | 331 (35.4%) |
| 5 Years | 41 (43.6%) | 83 (28.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 282 (23.9%) | 742 (47.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 198 (24.0%) | 116 (20.1%) |
| 15 Years | 143 (46.0%) | 50 (28.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 53 (21.3%) | 246 (59.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 408 (18.7%) | 522 (40.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 414 (15.1%) | 614 (24.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 206 (10.6%) | 474 (17.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 340 (18.2%) | 297 (14.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 304 (19.1%) | 299 (13.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 73 (4.9%) | 193 (11.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 108 (9.1%) | 243 (12.4%) |
| Total | 2,784 (16.8%) | 4,210 (22.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dover
According to the poverty statistics in Dover, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.1% of males and 88.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 662 (75.6%) | 604 (64.6%) |
| 5 Years | 53 (56.4%) | 210 (71.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 899 (76.1%) | 810 (52.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 627 (76.0%) | 460 (79.9%) |
| 15 Years | 168 (54.0%) | 126 (71.6%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 196 (78.7%) | 171 (41.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,777 (81.3%) | 758 (59.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 2,322 (84.9%) | 1,864 (75.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,736 (89.4%) | 2,184 (82.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,526 (81.8%) | 1,818 (86.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,288 (80.9%) | 1,937 (86.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,428 (95.1%) | 1,554 (88.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,076 (90.9%) | 1,712 (87.6%) |
| Total | 13,758 (83.2%) | 14,208 (77.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dover
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dover show that 4.5% or 222 of the total 4,886 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.9%, comprising of 87 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.6%, which includes 117 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,161 (96.4%) | 117 (3.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,166 (93.1%) | 87 (6.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 337 (94.9%) | 18 (5.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,664 (95.5%) | 222 (4.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dover
According to the poverty data in Dover, 23.3% or 154 single-father households and 35.7% or 967 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 households (46.6%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 372 households (78.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (8.3%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 127 (39.3%) | 540 (33.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 27 (46.6%) | 372 (78.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (14.5%) |
| Total | 154 (23.3%) | 967 (35.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dover
The poverty data for Dover shows that 222 of the married-couple family households (4.5%) and 1,121 of the single-parent households (33.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 87 households (6.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 399 household (74.9%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 117 (3.6%) | 44 (5.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 87 (6.9%) | 667 (34.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 18 (5.1%) | 399 (74.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (14.5%) |
| Total | 222 (4.5%) | 1,121 (33.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in Dover
Employment by Class of Employer in Dover
Among the 17,225 employed individuals in Dover, private company employees (11,329 | 65.8%), state government employees (1,848 | 10.7%), and federal government employees (1,445 | 8.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 11,329 | 65.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 291 | 1.7% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 403 | 2.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,182 | 6.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 705 | 4.1% |
| State Government Employees | 1,848 | 10.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 1,445 | 8.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 22 | 0.1% |
| Total | 17,225 | 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 (31,954), 60.6% or 19,364 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.7% or 1,685 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 90.5% or 2,535 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 60.6% or 173 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 683 (23.9%) | 78 (11.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 3,441 (74.9%) | 482 (14.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 2,535 (90.5%) | 177 (7.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 2,150 (87.0%) | 249 (11.6%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,973 (85.7%) | 207 (5.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,434 (85.9%) | 155 (4.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,337 (54.4%) | 99 (7.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 737 (52.0%) | 40 (5.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 784 (23.9%) | 31 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 286 (8.3%) | 173 (60.6%) |
| Total | 19,364 (60.6%) | 1,685 (8.7%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dover
According to labor force statistics for Dover, 79.7% of individuals (14,171) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (17,780) are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 921 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 86.5% or 4,091 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.5% or 161 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 1,109 (59.8%) | 269 (14.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,126 (79.0%) | 334 (6.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 4,844 (81.1%) | 376 (6.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 4,091 (86.5%) | 218 (4.6%) |
| Total | 14,171 (79.7%) | 1,156 (6.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Dover
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dover are Community & Social Service (1,852 | 10.9%), Management (1,119 | 6.6%), Education Instruction & Library (1,040 | 6.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,027 | 6.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (909 | 5.3%).
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 (97.7%), Computers & Mathematics (91.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (88.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (89.2%), Legal Services & Support (84.5%), and Community & Social Service (82.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 555 (49.6%) | 564 (50.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 261 (34.4%) | 497 (65.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 808 (88.9%) | 101 (11.1%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 340 (91.6%) | 31 (8.4%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 335 (97.7%) | 8 (2.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 133 (68.2%) | 62 (31.8%) |
| Community & Social Service | 329 (17.8%) | 1,523 (82.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 49 (10.7%) | 407 (89.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 37 (15.5%) | 202 (84.5%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 206 (19.8%) | 834 (80.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 37 (31.6%) | 80 (68.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 364 (35.4%) | 663 (64.6%) |
| Health Technologists | 147 (25.0%) | 440 (75.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,317 (40.9%) | 3,348 (59.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,152 (47.9%) | 8,873 (52.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Dover are Food Preparation & Serving (1,168 | 6.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (809 | 4.8%), Healthcare Support (760 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (523 | 3.1%), and Security & Protection (327 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Dover, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (78.0%), Security & Protection (76.1%), and Firefighting & Prevention (74.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (71.3%), Personal Care & Service (66.7%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 218 (28.7%) | 542 (71.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 249 (76.1%) | 78 (23.8%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 114 (74.0%) | 40 (26.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 135 (78.0%) | 38 (22.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 542 (46.4%) | 626 (53.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 444 (54.9%) | 365 (45.1%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 174 (33.3%) | 349 (66.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,627 (45.4%) | 1,960 (54.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,152 (47.9%) | 8,873 (52.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dover are Office & Administration (2,340 | 13.7%), and Sales & Related (1,760 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 705 (40.1%) | 1,055 (59.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 726 (31.0%) | 1,614 (69.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,431 (34.9%) | 2,669 (65.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,152 (47.9%) | 8,873 (52.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dover are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (581 | 3.4%), and Construction & Extraction (512 | 3.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 325 (63.5%) | 187 (36.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 539 (92.8%) | 42 (7.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 864 (79.0%) | 229 (20.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,152 (47.9%) | 8,873 (52.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dover are Production (991 | 5.8%), Material Moving (886 | 5.2%), and Transportation (703 | 4.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 750 (75.7%) | 241 (24.3%) |
| Transportation | 523 (74.4%) | 180 (25.6%) |
| Material Moving | 640 (72.2%) | 246 (27.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,913 (74.2%) | 667 (25.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,152 (47.9%) | 8,873 (52.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Dover
Employment Industries in Dover
The major employment industries in Dover include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,018 | 17.7%), Retail Trade (2,431 | 14.3%), Educational Services (1,955 | 11.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,461 | 8.6%), and Manufacturing (1,446 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dover
The Dover industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (87.8%), Transportation & Warehousing (77.9%), and Manufacturing (77.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.2%), and Finance & Insurance (69.9%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 373 (56.9%) | 283 (43.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,116 (77.2%) | 330 (22.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 187 (87.8%) | 26 (12.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 1,194 (49.1%) | 1,237 (50.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 722 (77.9%) | 205 (22.1%) |
| Utilities | 25 (44.6%) | 31 (55.4%) |
| Information | 53 (45.3%) | 64 (54.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 193 (30.1%) | 448 (69.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 77 (33.9%) | 150 (66.1%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 480 (61.3%) | 303 (38.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 247 (37.0%) | 421 (63.0%) |
| Educational Services | 628 (32.1%) | 1,327 (67.9%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 749 (24.8%) | 2,269 (75.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 218 (56.8%) | 166 (43.2%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 571 (39.1%) | 890 (60.9%) |
| Public Administration | 608 (55.2%) | 494 (44.8%) |
| Total | 8,152 (47.9%) | 8,873 (52.1%) |
Education in Dover
School Enrollment in Dover
The most common levels of schooling among the 11,854 students in Dover are college / undergraduate (5,289 | 44.6%), middle school (1,932 | 16.3%), and elementary school (1,686 | 14.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 211 | 1.8% |
| Kindergarten | 495 | 4.2% |
| Elementary School | 1,686 | 14.2% |
| Middle School | 1,932 | 16.3% |
| High School | 1,634 | 13.8% |
| College / Undergraduate | 5,289 | 44.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 607 | 5.1% |
| Total | 11,854 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dover
Out of a total of 11,854 students who are enrolled in schools in Dover, 1,671 (14.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 10,183 (85.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 89 (62.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,131 (94.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 53 (37.3%) | 89 (62.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,039 (93.1%) | 150 (6.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,998 (94.1%) | 125 (5.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,131 (94.8%) | 62 (5.2%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 1,556 (81.8%) | 346 (18.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 2,324 (83.8%) | 450 (16.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 670 (76.0%) | 212 (24.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 407 (62.7%) | 242 (37.3%) |
| Total | 10,183 (85.9%) | 1,671 (14.1%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dover
Business (1,593 | 22.5%), education (1,110 | 15.7%), arts & humanities (821 | 11.6%), science & technology (790 | 11.2%), and social sciences (406 | 5.7%) are the most common fields of study among 7,077 individuals in Dover who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 213 | 3.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 305 | 4.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 303 | 4.3% |
| Psychology | 371 | 5.2% |
| Social Sciences | 406 | 5.7% |
| Engineering | 129 | 1.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 145 | 2.1% |
| Science & Technology | 790 | 11.2% |
| Business | 1,593 | 22.5% |
| Education | 1,110 | 15.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 170 | 2.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 400 | 5.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 199 | 2.8% |
| Communications | 122 | 1.7% |
| Arts & Humanities | 821 | 11.6% |
| Total | 7,077 | 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 (3,361, accounting for 40.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,510, making up 44.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 395 (4.7%) | 443 (5.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,843 (22.0%) | 2,631 (34.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,361 (40.1%) | 2,510 (32.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,058 (24.5%) | 1,549 (20.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 515 (6.1%) | 342 (4.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 215 (2.6%) | 156 (2.0%) |
| Total | 8,387 (100.0%) | 7,631 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Dover
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dover are 10 to 14 minutes (3,862 commuters, 23.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,565 commuters, 15.6%), and 5 to 9 minutes (2,508 commuters, 15.2%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 765 | 4.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 2,508 | 15.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 3,862 | 23.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,565 | 15.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,766 | 10.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 540 | 3.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,328 | 8.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 265 | 1.6% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 348 | 2.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 804 | 4.9% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,229 | 7.5% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 476 | 2.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Dover
The most common commute times in Dover are 10 to 14 minutes (1,606 commuters, 19.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (2,256 commuters, 27.4%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 475 (5.8%) | 290 (3.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,167 (14.2%) | 1,341 (16.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,606 (19.5%) | 2,256 (27.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,197 (14.5%) | 1,368 (16.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 995 (12.1%) | 771 (9.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 260 (3.2%) | 280 (3.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 778 (9.5%) | 550 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 174 (2.1%) | 91 (1.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 245 (3.0%) | 103 (1.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 364 (4.4%) | 440 (5.3%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 591 (7.2%) | 638 (7.7%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 374 (4.5%) | 102 (1.2%) |
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 (1,284, 15.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,176, 14.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 515 (6.3%) | 378 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 316 (3.8%) | 141 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 349 (4.2%) | 271 (3.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 840 (10.2%) | 615 (7.5%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 667 (8.1%) | 881 (10.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,284 (15.6%) | 969 (11.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 494 (6.0%) | 1,176 (14.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 796 (9.7%) | 1,020 (12.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 258 (3.1%) | 444 (5.4%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 248 (3.0%) | 634 (7.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 306 (3.7%) | 374 (4.5%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 72 (0.9%) | 152 (1.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 924 (11.2%) | 579 (7.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 1,157 (14.1%) | 596 (7.2%) |
| Total | 8,226 (100.0%) | 8,230 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Dover
Occupancy by Ownership in Dover
Of the total 15,114 dwellings in Dover, owner-occupied units account for 7,303 (48.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 7,811 (51.7%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 7,303 | 48.3% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 7,811 | 51.7% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,114 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Dover
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 5,663 | 37.5% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,018 | 33.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,923 | 12.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,510 | 16.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,114 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dover
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,080 (36.7%) | 3,583 (63.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,942 (58.6%) | 2,076 (41.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,088 (56.6%) | 835 (43.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,193 (47.5%) | 1,317 (52.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 7,303 (48.3%) | 7,811 (51.7%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dover
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 590 (38.5%) | 941 (61.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,317 (38.5%) | 2,107 (61.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,744 (49.0%) | 2,854 (51.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,652 (58.2%) | 1,909 (41.8%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dover
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 3,781 | 25.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,468 | 16.3% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,355 | 15.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,178 | 14.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,163 | 14.3% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,632 | 10.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 537 | 3.5% |
| Total | 15,114 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Dover
Median Income by Occupancy in Dover
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 7,303 (48.3%) | $78,458 |
| Renter-Occupied | 7,811 (51.7%) | $37,831 |
| Average | 15,114 (100.0%) | $54,438 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dover
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 116 (1.6%) | 289 (3.7%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 51 (0.7%) | 202 (2.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 112 (1.5%) | 754 (9.7%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 210 (2.9%) | 624 (8.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 189 (2.6%) | 751 (9.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 566 (7.7%) | 1,011 (12.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 766 (10.5%) | 1,327 (17.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,382 (18.9%) | 1,249 (16.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,269 (17.4%) | 803 (10.3%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,654 (22.7%) | 513 (6.6%) |
| $150,000 or more | 988 (13.5%) | 288 (3.7%) |
| Total | 7,303 (100.0%) | 7,811 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dover
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 487 (6.7%) | 340 (4.3%) |
| $300 to $499 | 946 (13.0%) | 394 (5.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 921 (12.6%) | 725 (9.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 406 (5.6%) | 1,255 (16.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,666 (22.8%) | 3,247 (41.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,670 (22.9%) | 1,524 (19.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 910 (12.5%) | 118 (1.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 195 (2.7%) | 37 (0.5%) |
| $3,000 or more | 102 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7,303 (100.0%) | 7,811 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Dover
Housing Structures in Dover
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,548 | 43.3% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 2,123 | 14.1% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 505 | 3.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 654 | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 1,026 | 6.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 3,396 | 22.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 862 | 5.7% |
| Total | 15,114 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dover
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,407 (82.6%) | 1,141 (17.4%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 1,025 (48.3%) | 1,098 (51.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 32 (6.3%) | 473 (93.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 20 (3.1%) | 634 (96.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 100 (9.8%) | 926 (90.2%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 124 (3.6%) | 3,272 (96.4%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 595 (69.0%) | 267 (31.0%) |
| Total | 7,303 (48.3%) | 7,811 (51.7%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dover
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 164 (2.1%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 301 (4.1%) | 1,715 (22.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,316 (18.0%) | 4,134 (52.9%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,692 (36.9%) | 1,349 (17.3%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,994 (41.0%) | 449 (5.8%) |
| Total | 7,303 (100.0%) | 7,811 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dover
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,772 (65.3%) | 3,296 (42.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 425 (5.8%) | 61 (0.8%) |
| Electricity | 1,331 (18.2%) | 3,951 (50.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 757 (10.4%) | 462 (5.9%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (0.2%) |
| All other Fuels | 18 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (0.4%) |
| Total | 7,303 (100.0%) | 7,811 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Dover
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 276 (3.8%) | 1,548 (19.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,571 (35.2%) | 3,928 (50.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,863 (39.2%) | 1,752 (22.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,593 (21.8%) | 583 (7.5%) |
| Total | 7,303 (100.0%) | 7,811 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Dover
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dover
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,629 | 4,674 |
| Median Property Value | $193,500 | $237,000 |
| Median Household Income | $68,950 | $710 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $477 | $97 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,249 | $120 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dover
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 360 (13.7%) | 85 (1.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 106 (4.0%) | 163 (3.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,728 (65.7%) | 3,164 (67.7%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 198 (7.5%) | 1,161 (24.8%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 162 (6.2%) | 86 (1.8%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 17 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 58 (2.2%) | 15 (0.3%) |
| Total | 2,629 (100.0%) | 4,674 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dover
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 100 (3.8%) | 46 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 287 (10.9%) | 67 (1.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 277 (10.5%) | 224 (4.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 340 (12.9%) | 289 (6.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 543 (20.6%) | 426 (9.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 395 (15.0%) | 839 (17.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 409 (15.6%) | 874 (18.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 278 (10.6%) | 1,245 (26.6%) |
| Total | 2,629 (100.0%) | 4,674 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dover
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 920 (35.0%) | 95,183 (2,036.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 466 (17.7%) | 1,243 (26.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 245 (9.3%) | 1,285 (27.5%) |
| 4.0x or more | 957 (36.4%) | 862 (18.4%) |
| Total | 2,629 (100.0%) | 4,674 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dover
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 747 (28.4%) | 25 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 657 (25.0%) | 772 (16.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 906 (34.5%) | 1,268 (27.1%) |
| Total | 2,629 (100.0%) | 4,674 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Dover
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dover
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,196 (98.7%) | 30 (1.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,448 (98.0%) | 129 (2.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 5,155 (91.4%) | 485 (8.6%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,635 (80.5%) | 883 (19.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 4,128 (91.6%) | 376 (8.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,356 (84.3%) | 625 (15.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,650 (95.4%) | 178 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,238 (99.7%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,119 (99.4%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| Total | 34,925 (92.7%) | 2,736 (7.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dover
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,196 (98.7%) | 30 (1.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,448 (98.0%) | 129 (2.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 5,155 (91.4%) | 485 (8.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dover
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,390 (89.8%) | 615 (10.2%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,878 (93.3%) | 497 (6.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,869 (91.5%) | 451 (8.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,727 (94.0%) | 303 (6.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 9,760 (92.5%) | 793 (7.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dover
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,620 (72.8%) | 849 (38.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,559 (54.1%) | 3,066 (46.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,285 (22.8%) | 4,093 (72.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,565 (34.6%) | 2,300 (50.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,338 (29.7%) | 3,128 (69.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 951 (23.9%) | 2,662 (66.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,668 (43.6%) | 2,408 (62.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,164 (97.4%) | 2,255 (69.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,119 (99.4%) | 2,074 (66.1%) |
| Total | 18,269 (48.5%) | 22,835 (60.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dover
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 404 (14.8%) | 253 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 714 (13.0%) | 458 (7.9%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,039 (19.6%) | 1,577 (22.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 296 (19.7%) | 693 (39.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 690 (58.3%) | 1,037 (53.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dover
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 34 (1.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 223 (4.2%) | 208 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 163 (10.9%) | 196 (11.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 298 (25.2%) | 270 (13.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 44 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 100 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 157 (3.0%) | 210 (3.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 68 (4.5%) | 90 (5.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 66 (5.6%) | 71 (3.6%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 398 (14.6%) | 253 (8.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 637 (11.6%) | 316 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 477 (9.0%) | 651 (9.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 67 (4.5%) | 56 (3.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 96 (8.1%) | 193 (9.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 28 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 115 (2.1%) | 38 (0.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 537 (10.1%) | 1,018 (14.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 150 (10.0%) | 489 (28.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 446 (37.7%) | 791 (40.5%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 103 (3.8%) | 33 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 109 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 184 (3.5%) | 317 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (1.3%) | 101 (5.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 263 (22.2%) | 283 (14.5%) |
Technology Access in Dover
Computing Device Access in Dover
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 11,298 | 74.8% |
| Smartphone | 12,574 | 83.2% |
| Tablet | 8,891 | 58.8% |
| No Computing Device | 1,549 | 10.2% |
| Total | 15,114 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Dover
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 6 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 10,391 | 68.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,441 | 16.2% |
| Satellite Internet | 573 | 3.8% |
| No Internet | 1,866 | 12.3% |
| Total | 15,114 | 100.0% |
Dover Summary
Dover, Delaware is the capital of the state of Delaware and the county seat of Kent County. It is located at the confluence of the St. Jones River and the Delaware River, about two hours south of Philadelphia and an hour and a half east of Baltimore. The city has a population of 37,366 as of the 2020 census, making it the second-largest city in the state.
History
The area that is now Dover was first settled by Europeans in 1683, when William Penn and his followers established a trading post near the St. Jones River. The settlement was named Dover after the city of Dover in England. The town was incorporated in 1717 and became the capital of Delaware in 1777.
In the 19th century, Dover became an important transportation hub, with the construction of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal in 1829 and the Delaware Railroad in 1832. The city also became a center of industry, with the establishment of several mills and factories.
In the 20th century, Dover continued to grow and develop. The city was home to the Dover Air Force Base, which was established in 1941 and served as a major military installation until its closure in 2020. The city also became a center of education, with the establishment of Delaware State University in 1891 and Wesley College in 1873.
Geography
Dover is located in central Delaware, at the confluence of the St. Jones River and the Delaware River. The city is situated in the Atlantic Coastal Plain, with an elevation of just over 20 feet above sea level. The city covers an area of 16.3 square miles, with a population density of 2,288 people per square mile.
The climate in Dover is humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 60 degrees Fahrenheit, with an average high of around 80 degrees in the summer and an average low of around 40 degrees in the winter.
Economy
Dover is the economic center of Kent County and the state of Delaware. The city is home to several major employers, including Dover Air Force Base, Delaware State University, and the Dover International Speedway. The city also has a thriving tourism industry, with attractions such as the Dover Downs Casino and the Dover International Speedway.
The city's economy is also supported by a number of manufacturing and technology companies, including Kraft Foods, Procter & Gamble, and DuPont. The city is also home to several financial institutions, including Dover Federal Credit Union and Dover Bank.
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, Dover had a population of 37,366. The racial makeup of the city was 68.3% White, 24.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 2.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.2% of the population.
The median household income in Dover was $50,945, and the median family income was $60,945. The per capita income in the city was $25,945. About 15.3% of the population was below the poverty line.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Dover?
Total Population of Dover is 38,879.
What is the Total Male Population of Dover?
Total Male Population of Dover is 18,001.
What is the Total Female Population of Dover?
Total Female Population of Dover is 20,878.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dover?
There are 86.22 Males per 100 Females in Dover.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dover?
There are 115.98 Females per 100 Males in Dover.
What is the Median Population Age in Dover?
Median Population Age in Dover is 34.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dover
Average Family Size in Dover is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dover
Average Household Size in Dover is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dover?
Per Capita income in Dover is $29,796.
What is the Median Family Income in Dover?
Median Family Income in Dover is $68,479.
What is the Median Household income in Dover?
Median Household Income in Dover is $54,438.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dover?
Income or Wage Gap in Dover is 26.5%.
Women in Dover earn 73.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Dover?
Family Income Deficit in Dover is $9,763.
Families that are below poverty line in Dover earn $9,763 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dover?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dover is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dover?
There are 19,364 People in the Labor Forcein in Dover.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dover?
60.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Dover.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dover?
Unemployment Rate in Dover is 8.7%.