Dover, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Dover, Pennsylvania
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Englehart Melchinger House
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Location in York County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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 Dover, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Dover, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | York |
| Settled | 1764 |
| Incorporated | 1864 |
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| • Type | Borough Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.54 sq mi (1.41 km2) |
| • Land | 0.54 sq mi (1.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,954 |
| • Density | 3,598.53/sq mi (1,390.20/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
17315
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| Area code(s) | 717; prefixes 292, 308 |
| FIPS code | 42-19696 |
Dover is a small town, also called a borough, located in York County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,953 people lived here. It's found about eight miles away from the center of York.
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History of Dover, Pennsylvania
Dover was founded in 1764 by a man named James Joner. He bought about 203 acres of land. For a while, the town was known as Joner's Town. This changed in 1815 when a post office was opened. It was then officially named Dover.
Dover During the Civil War
During the American Civil War in 1863, a group of Confederate soldiers came to Dover. These soldiers were part of a cavalry unit. They were led by General J.E.B. Stuart. They stayed in Dover for one night, from June 30 to July 1. This happened during the Gettysburg Campaign.
Becoming an Official Borough
Dover became an official borough in 1864. This was exactly 100 years after James Joner first started the town. A special old building in Dover is the Englehart Melchinger House. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1992. This means it's an important historical site.
Where is Dover Located?
Dover is in York County, Pennsylvania. You can find it about five miles northwest of the city of York. The town of Dover is completely surrounded by Dover Township.
Dover's Size and Land Area
According to official records, Dover covers about 0.5 square miles of land. There is no water area within the borough limits.
People Living in Dover
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1850 | 246 | — | |
| 1860 | 302 | 22.8% | |
| 1870 | 418 | 38.4% | |
| 1880 | 415 | −0.7% | |
| 1890 | 465 | 12.0% | |
| 1900 | 438 | −5.8% | |
| 1910 | 576 | 31.5% | |
| 1920 | 535 | −7.1% | |
| 1930 | 676 | 26.4% | |
| 1940 | 733 | 8.4% | |
| 1950 | 809 | 10.4% | |
| 1960 | 975 | 20.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,168 | 19.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,910 | 63.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,884 | −1.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,815 | −3.7% | |
| 2010 | 2,007 | 10.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,953 | −2.7% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,947 | −3.0% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 1,815 people living in Dover. These people lived in 770 households. About 489 of these were families.
Who Lives in Dover?
Most people in Dover are White (96.47%). There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 1.43% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
About 30.3% of households had children under 18 living there. Many households (47.9%) were married couples. Some households (10.1%) had a single mother. About 36.4% of households were not families.
Age Groups in Dover
The population of Dover is spread out by age. About 23.7% of people are under 18 years old. About 11.6% are between 18 and 24. The largest group, 30.8%, is between 25 and 44. The median age in Dover is 35 years old.
Income in Dover
In 2000, the average income for a household in Dover was $41,250. For families, the average income was $46,086. A small number of families (4.3%) and people (6.5%) lived below the poverty line. This included 10.5% of those under 18.
Education in Dover
Public schools in Dover are part of the Dover Area School District. This district manages the schools for students in the area.
Famous People from Dover
Some well-known people have connections to Dover:
- Bob Hall is a politician. He used to live in Dover.
- Jeff Koons is a famous artist. He creates unique art.
- John Kuhn is a professional football player. He played as a fullback for the New Orleans Saints.
- Christopher Thorn is a musician. He was born in Dover in 1968. He is a member of the band Blind Melon.
See also
In Spanish: Dover (Pensilvania) para niños
