Dover Base Housing, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
3,026 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,181 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
44.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$507 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,735 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
3
Dover Metro Area
3
Delaware
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kent County
3
Dover Metro Area
3
Delaware
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 34
Feb 3 6 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 4 2 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 16, DE State Representative District 32, DE
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Schools

Dover Air Force Base Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Calvary Christian Academy
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Allen Frear Elementary School
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Wesley College
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Delaware State University
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus
17 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
54 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Atlantic City International Airport
54 miles, E • 1.4 star
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