Dover

Dover, New Hampshire Overview

With a composite score of 65.7/100 and a A+ grade, Dover ranks #5 of 20 cities in New Hampshire. Its strongest showing is in Safety (97/100), while Outdoor Access (43/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Dover

The median household income in Dover is $92,748, 5% below the statewide median of $97,880. The local unemployment rate of 2% is lower than the state’s 2.8%. Population grew 1.2% recently.

Safety in Dover

Dover’s violent crime rate of 44.5 per 100,000 is well below both the New Hampshire rate of 110 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 943.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dover

Dover has a cost of living index of 91.7 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $398,500. Median monthly rent is $1,540. Renters spend 19.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Dover

The adult obesity rate in Dover is 31.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.9%. Residents report an average of 16.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Hampshire ranks #1 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dover

Dover has a high school graduation rate of 84%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $19,118 per student, well above the national median. The city has 6 public schools serving 3,899 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Dover

The annual average temperature in Dover is 49.6°F. Summers average 67.1°F. Winters average 32.4°F. Precipitation is abundant at 58.5 inches per year.

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