Dover town, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Dover town, Missouri Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/data/developers/about/terms-of-service.html

As of 2026, Dover town, Missouri has a total population of 123, the 837th largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $53,125, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.9%.

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.9% — among the lowest in Missouri.
Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.

Dover town Quick Facts

Population 123

Median Household Income $53,125

Median Home Value $183,300

Poverty Rate 4.9%

Unemployment Rate 9.8%

Median Age 33.7 years

Homeownership Rate 82.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.1%

High School Graduation Rate 96.0%

Diversity Index 11/100

Population 123 837th of 1,062

Median Income $53,125 average

Poverty Rate 4.9% 61% lower national

Median Home Value $183,300 top 30%

How Dover town Compares

Median Household Income

Dover town

$53,125

$68,920

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Dover town

$183,300

$215,600

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.6%

$25K-$50K 34.2%

$50K-$100K 24.4%

$100K+ 26.8%

Employment

9.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1% | National: 5.2%

52.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.9%

Renter 17.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

39.8%

18-34

14.6%

35-54

15.4%

55-74

21.1%

75+

8.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 39 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Dover town Rankings in Missouri

#837 Population of 1,062

#476 Median Income of 1,062

#136 Education of 1,062

#225 Home Value of 1,062

Explore Missouri Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Vernon County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Moundville town	76	$50,000	9.2%	N/A
Metz town	6	N/A	0.0%	N/A

Cities Similar to Dover town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
South Greenfield village	125	N/A	$82,200	2.4%	59.2%
Climax Springs CDP	126	N/A	N/A	0.0%	46.0%
Stark City town	125	$56,458	$70,000	12.0%	15.2%
La Russell city	118	$53,750	$61,700	14.3%	14.8%
Cherokee Pass CDP	130	N/A	$226,600	0.0%	0.0%

Population Overview

Dover town is a small community located in Missouri, within Vernon County. The total population is 123. It ranks as the 837th most populous out of 1,062 cities and towns in Missouri.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dover town is 33.7 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 38.9 years. With 39.8% of the population under 18, Dover town has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dover town is $53,125. This is 23% lower than the state median of $68,920. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 4.9%. This is 61% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 137% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $183,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $215,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 82.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dover town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%.

Education

35.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 31.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dover town, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

Free data download: Get all Missouri city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Dover town, Missouri?

Dover town, Missouri has a population of 123 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dover town, MO?

The median household income in Dover town is $53,125, which is 32% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Dover town, MO?

The poverty rate in Dover town is 4.9%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dover town, Missouri?

Dover town's population is 94.3% White, 0.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dover town, MO?

The median home value in Dover town is $183,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Dover town, Missouri?

35.1% of adults (25+) in Dover town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.