Cost of Living in Dover, NH
Population: 33,070 • 2026 Data
$92,748
Median Household Income
+20% vs national
$1,540
Median Monthly Rent
+14% vs national
$398,500
Median Home Value
+18% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Dover
The median home value in Dover, NH is $398,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,540, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,718.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Dover, NH is $92,748. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 20,407 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.