Dover, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
379 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,143 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$90,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$582 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Craven County
1
New Bern Urban Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Craven County
2
New Bern Urban Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 3 0 45
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 4 0 69
Jun 5 0 76
Jul 6 0 80
Aug 6 0 78
Sep 6 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 3 0 53
Dec 3 1 45

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Hurricane Winds Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 1%

Schools

Southwood Elementary
7 miles, W 2.8 star
Rochelle Middle
8 miles, NW 1 star
Lenoir County Early College High
8 miles, NW 3.7 star
Children's Village Academy
8 miles, NW 1 star

Colleges

Lenoir Community College
8 miles, NW 1.4 star
Craven Community College
20 miles, SE 1.4 star
Pitt Community College
23 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Unc Lenoir Health Care
10 miles, NW 2.3 star
Carolina East Medical Center
22 miles, SE 4.1 star
Vidant Medical Center
27 miles, NE 2.3 star
Onslow Memorial Hospital
31 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport
24 miles, SE 1 star
Albert J Ellis Airport
28 miles, SW 1 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
29 miles, NE 1 star
Wilmington International Airport
70 miles, SW 1.4 star