Dover, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dover, Kentucky had a total population of 247, the 449th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $70,962, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
Dover Quick Facts
How Dover Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 258 | 247 | -4.3% |
| Median household income | $65,250 | $70,962 | +8.8% |
| Median home value | $85,000 | $93,800 | +10.4% |
How Dover Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dover Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Mason County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maysville | 8,737 | $39,013 | 24.3% | $151,500 |
| Germantown | 232 | $77,000 | 2.2% | $101,400 |
| Sardis | 98 | $55,000 | 9.2% | N/A |
| Mays Lick | 88 | N/A | 58.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Dover
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poole | 256 | N/A | $175,800 | 15.4% | 1.9% |
| Berry | 253 | $68,854 | $99,300 | 7.6% | 13.4% |
| Moseleyville | 269 | N/A | $165,000 | 8.1% | 26.0% |
| Fountain Run | 255 | $80,045 | $121,200 | 20.2% | 29.8% |
| Germantown | 232 | $77,000 | $101,400 | 24.6% | 2.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 247, Dover's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Dover is a small community located in Kentucky, within Mason County. The total population is 247. It ranks as the 449th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dover is 34.0 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 39.1 years. With 28.7% of the population under 18, Dover has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dover is $70,962. This is 11% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.4%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dover, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $93,800. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $205,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Dover is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dover has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.0%. The Black or African American population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 7.5%.
Education
3.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dover, Kentucky is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dover, Kentucky?
Dover, Kentucky has a population of 247 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dover, KY?
The median household income in Dover is $70,962, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dover, KY?
The poverty rate in Dover is 17.4%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dover, Kentucky?
Dover's population is 93.1% White, 2.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dover, KY?
The median home value in Dover is $93,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.
How educated is Dover, Kentucky?
3.5% of adults (25+) in Dover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.