Dover, Pennsylvania
Dover: borough in York County, Pennsylvania, United States
About
Dover is a city located in the county of York in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,007 and a population density of 3,717 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,981 inhabitants.
The city was created 262 years ago in 1763.
Quick Facts about Dover
| Population | 1,981 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | York County |
| Postal code | 17315 |
| Area | 0.54 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.0018,-76.8503 |
| Altitude | 1,453 feet / 443 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1764 (262 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:57:22 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 3,669 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.31% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Dover is located at 40°0'6"N 76°51'1"W (40.0017600, -76.8502500).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Dover decreased by 1.31% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,007 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,000 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,998 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,994 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,993 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,991 | -0.1% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,990 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,991 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,992 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,989 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,981 | -0.4% | estimation process |
People born in Dover (1)
American politician Robert Jacob Lewis was born in Dover
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Dover, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 217059 | York College of Pennsylvania | York (PA) | 17403-3651 |
Nearby Transit Stations (25)
Rail and bus stations connected to Dover, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MID | Middletown | Union Street and Mill Street | RAIL |
| ELT | Elizabethtown station | South Wilson Avenue at West High Street | RAIL |
| HAR | Harrisburg Transportation Center | 4th and Chestnut Streets | RAIL |
| MJY | Mount Joy | East Henry St. and North Market St. | RAIL |
| LNC | Lancaster station | 53 McGovern Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Dover.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dover Post Office | Dover (PA) | 17315 |
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- Dover, Missouri village in Lafayette County, Missouri, United States with a population of 516 people.
- Dover, Oklahoma town in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma, United States with a population of 472 people.
- Dover, Michigan township in Otsego County, Michigan with a population of 407 people.
- Dover, Minnesota city in Olmsted County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 400 people.
- Dover, North Carolina town in Craven County, North Carolina, United States with a population of 384 people.
- Dover, Kentucky home rule-class city in Mason County, Kentucky, United States with a population of 252 people.
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Other cities in York County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in York County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| York | 28,768 | County seat of York County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Hanover | 15,783 | Town in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Weigelstown | 12,875 | Census designated place |
| Lehman | 10,237 | Township in Pike County, Pennsylvania |
| West Manheim | 9,063 | Township in York County, Pennsylvania |
| East York | 8,777 | Census designated place |
| Bellevue | 7,980 | Borough in Pennsylvania, United States |
| Red Lion | 6,321 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Forest Hills | 6,256 | Borough in Pennsylvania |
| Spry | 4,891 | Census designated place |
| Bridgeville | 4,870 | Borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania |
| New Freedom | 4,810 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Blooming Grove | 4,687 | Township in Pike County, Pennsylvania |
| West York | 4,602 | Borough in York County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Dallastown | 3,869 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
| Shrewsbury | 3,847 | Borough of Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Dover distances to largest Pennsylvania cities