Dover

DE

Kent County, Delaware

Population 188K |Median income $74,477 |2 hospitals

Population
187,604
Kent County
Median Income
$74,477
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$316,600
+39% vs avg
Median Age
38.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
188K+14%
Median Income
$74,477+35%
Median Home Value
$316,600+59%
Poverty Rate
10.6%-18%
Unemployment
5.6%-41%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Poverty Rate
10.6% -25% vs avg
Unemployment 5.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.5%
Work From Home 8.7%
Public Transit 1%

Population

White 58.1%
African American 27%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%
Asian 2.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
43.5%
Short Sleep Duration
39.9%
High Blood Pressure
39.5%
Physical Inactivity
31.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.4%
Diabetes
14.3%
Current Smoking
13.5%
Binge Drinking
12.9%
Current Asthma
12.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.5%
Annual Checkup 82.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
BAYHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER, KENT CAMPUS
DOVER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Dover Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Coastal Flood Warning Issued for Anne Arundel County Shoreline Through Monday Night

NOAA · 12h ago
Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for East Kent Due to High Groundwater Levels

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Denver-Boulder Area Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Elliott, Johnson, Magoffin, Martin, and Morgan Counties

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeastern Kentucky Counties Until 4:45 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Dover, DE? ▼
Dover, DE has a population of 187,604 people, located in Kent County, Delaware.
What is the median household income in Dover? ▼
The median household income in Dover, DE is $74,477 per year. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
What is the median home value in Dover? ▼
The median home value in Dover, DE is $316,600. Median rent is $1,354/month.
What are the top health concerns in Dover? ▼
The top health indicators in Dover include Obesity (43.5%), Short Sleep Duration (39.9%), High Blood Pressure (39.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Dover? ▼
Dover has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Dover? ▼
The median age in Dover, DE is 38.8 years. 27.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Dover, DE is located in Kent County, Delaware. With a population of 188K and a median household income of $74,477, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Dover area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Kent County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.