Dover city, Delaware
Official LSAD Designation: Dover city • Census GEOID: 1021200
• Kent County
Dover city is an incorporated city in Kent County, Delaware. According to official records from the Census (2025), Dover city had an estimated population of 40,592 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Dover city (GEOID 1021200).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Dover
Municipal
Official Title:
Director Of Planning & Community Dev
Address:
PO BOX 475, DOVER DE 19903-0475
County Of Kent
County
Official Title:
County Administrator
Address:
555 S BAY RD, DOVER DE 19901-4617
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40,592 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $60,199 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $258,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 23.88 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).