Dover, DE Metro Area

Dover, DE · Metro Area

187,604Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $74,477
Median home value: $316,600
Land area: 586 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Kent County, DE	Central	187,604	$74,477	$316,600

Largest cities and towns

26 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Dover, DE	City	39,837	$60,199
Smyrna, DE	Town	13,165	$67,048
Clayton, DE	Town	4,222	$107,307
Rising Sun-Lebanon, DE	CDP	4,163	$113,529
Camden, DE	Town	4,106	$63,267
Harrington, DE	City	3,838	$72,679
Highland Acres, DE	CDP	3,752	$102,356
Dover Base Housing, DE	CDP	2,962	$82,161
Riverview, DE	CDP	2,596	$93,162
Kent Acres, DE	CDP	2,388	$91,524
Woodside East, DE	CDP	2,274	$61,142
Cheswold, DE	Town	2,143	$86,875
Wyoming, DE	Town	2,000	$69,603
Rodney Village, DE	CDP	1,331	$43,558
Felton, DE	Town	1,294	$59,896
Frederica, DE	Town	1,062	$80,924
Woodside, DE	Town	475	$79,375
Houston, DE	Town	456	$68,889
Kenton, DE	Town	355	$44,665
Magnolia, DE	Town	274	$113,333
Bowers, DE	Town	270	$67,500
Farmington, DE	Town	201	—
Hartly, DE	Town	199	$152,813
Leipsic, DE	Town	191	$44,886
Viola, DE	Town	178	$88,750

Also in the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden, PA-NJ-DE-MD combined area

Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD · metro · 6,272,014 Reading, PA · metro · 433,015 Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ · metro · 371,211 Vineland, NJ · metro · 153,305

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Unemployment

5.8%

College Educated

27.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$74,477

Mean Household Income

$92,801

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.1%

Female

51.9%

Population Split

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish12.2%

German11.2%

English9.4%

Italian5.7%

Polish2.6%

African2.6%

Mexican1.7%

Scottish1.4%

French1.3%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

7.4%Foreign Born

92.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized62.2%

Non-Citizen37.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later34.1%

Before 201065.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

76,325

Median Rent

$1,354/mo

Median Home Value

$316,600

Median Year Built

1993

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

47,536

College Enrollment

24.7%

High School

21.5%

College Educated

27.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

26.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

77.5%

Public Transit

1.0%

Work From Home

8.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.8%

18-34 Years

22.9%

35-64 Years

36.0%

65+ Years

18.3%

Population Composition

Under 1822.8%

18-3422.9%

35-6436.0%

65+18.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

47.8%

Single Parent

7.4%

Living Alone

27.6%

Avg Size

2.57

Household Types

Married Couples47.8%

Single Parent7.4%

Living Alone27.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$36,191

SNAP Usage

13.7%

Health Insurance

93.4%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k12.8%

$25k - $50k19.0%

$50k - $100k32.0%

$100k+36.1%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

7.6%

Retail Trade

12.5%

Education & Health Care

25.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.6%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.4%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.1%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

97.5

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

119.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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