Dover, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
122 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,766 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$108,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$406 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$638 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bureau County
2
Ottawa Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bureau County
2
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 22
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 2 2 38
Apr 2 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 7 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

Malden Grade School
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Princeton High School
5 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Illinois Valley Community College
18 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Sauk Valley Community College
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Perry Memorial Hospital
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
St Margarets Hospital
13 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Illinois Valley Community Hospital
16 miles, SE • 5 star
Osf Saint Paul Medical Center
17 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
58 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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