Dover, New Jersey Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Dover, New Jersey is 18,420 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest city in New Jersey. The median household income is $70,519, the median home value is $347,100, and the median age is 41.0.
The population has grown 4.1% since 2010 (18,171 → 18,909).
18,420
Population
6883
People / sq mi
$70,519
Median Income
$347,100
Median Home Value
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Dover covers 2.7 sq mi of land at 6883 people per square mile.
About Dover, NJ
Dover is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 7.7% of the population. Dover is a city in New Jersey with a population of 18,420.
The typical household here earns about $70,519, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.4%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $347,100, with typical rent around $1,743.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 17.2%, below the national 35.0%. Just 5.5% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Dover town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Dover town had a population of 18,171 in 2010 and 18,909 in 2024, a 4.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,909 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.29%.
18,909
Population (2024)
18,171
Population (2010)
18,909
Peak (2024)
0.29%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,171 |
| 2011 | 18,237 |
| 2012 | 18,259 |
| 2013 | 18,272 |
| 2014 | 18,185 |
| 2015 | 18,165 |
| 2016 | 18,088 |
| 2017 | 18,029 |
| 2018 | 17,922 |
| 2019 | 17,725 |
| 2020 | 18,406 |
| 2021 | 18,460 |
| 2022 | 18,447 |
| 2023 | 18,547 |
| 2024 | 18,909 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 27.7% |
| Black or African American | 5.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$70,519
Median Household Income
$31,603
Per Capita Income
9.4%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$347,100
Median Home Value
$1,743
Median Rent
44.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
77.0%
High School+
17.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.7%
Drive Alone
65.1%
Public Transit
5.5%
Work From Home
26.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.7%
Foreign Born
21.9%
Non-English at Home
2.3%
Veterans
8.8%
With Disability
74.3%
Health Insurance
96.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.7% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.0% |
| Manufacturing | 14.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.5% |
| Construction | 9.6% |
| Retail Trade | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.5% |
| Information | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Public Administration | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dover, New Jersey has a population of 18,420 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest city in New Jersey.
The median household income in Dover, New Jersey is $70,519, with 9.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Dover, New Jersey is $347,100, with median monthly rent at $1,743 and a homeownership rate of 44.1%.
The median age in Dover, New Jersey is 41.0 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has grown 4.1% since 2010 (18,171 → 18,909).
Dover town, NJ Climate
Dover town, NJ has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F) and receives about 1302 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.9°C
Avg Temp
1302
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 100 mm |
| February | -2° / 29° | 82 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 105 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 112 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 121 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 112 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 123 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 114 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 119 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 102 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 113 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 99 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Dover town, NJ
The most comfortable months to visit Dover town, NJ are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.