Dover, New Hampshire
Quick Statistics
Dover is a community in Strafford County, New Hampshire, home to about 33,364 people spread across 26.7 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $51,273 a year, and a typical home is worth about $436,700. About 62.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 94.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 11 percent over the past decade.
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Among the New Hampshire towns GeoStat tracks, Dover ranks number 4 of 100 in population, number 29 in median household income, number 17 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Dover typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 15°F. The area sees roughly 39 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Madbury, NH | 2.4 mi. | 1,771 |
| 2. | Durham, NH | 4.2 mi. | 14,638 |
| 3. | Somersworth, NH | 4.6 mi. | 12,111 |
| 4. | Rollinsford, NH | 4.7 mi. | 2,527 |
| 5. | Eliot, ME | 4.8 mi. | 6,204 |
| 6. | South Berwick, ME | 5.0 mi. | 7,220 |
| 7. | Berwick, ME | 5.6 mi. | 7,246 |
| 8. | Newington, NH | 6.5 mi. | 753 |
What is the population of Dover, New Hampshire?
Dover has a population of about 33,364 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Dover, New Hampshire in?
Dover is located in Strafford County, New Hampshire.
What is the median home value in Dover, New Hampshire?
The median home value in Dover is about $436,700, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Dover, New Hampshire?
The median personal income in Dover is about $51,273 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Dover, New Hampshire?
Since 1950, 6 tornadoes have been recorded in Strafford County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Dover, New Hampshire?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 15 degrees, with around 39 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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