The City of Dover is located in Central Delaware in Kent County and is the capital of Delaware. Dover is approximately 90 miles south of Philadelphia, PA, and 90 miles east of Washington, DC.
Our state capital, Dover, is home to one of the most beautifully preserved capitol complexes in the nation, captured by the First State Heritage Park. Old New Castle is a charming town to visit with its original cobblestone streets, colonial homes and guided historical tours. And don’t forget the coastal town of Lewes, which tells the story of Delaware’s seafaring past that dates back to the 1600s.
Enjoy the best opera, dance, drama and music or get inspired by a showcase of galleries featuring our state’s finest artists. Shop tax-free at Delaware’s brand name outlet stores, boutiques and antique shops.
Dover’s central location in Delaware makes Kent County the perfect place for regional meetings and conventions, and a great overnight destination for hub and spoke tours of the state. Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley attractions are only one hour's drive to the north. Delaware's beach resorts, including Lewes, Bethany, and Rehoboth, are only one hour's drive to the south. Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. are all within a two hour drive. Kent County puts you right in the middle of the charm and excitement of "America at its Best."
The firm, International Laytex Corporation, came to Dover in 1937 and was the first major non-agricultural industry in the City. It has since become a major source of employment in the area. Today this company operates as two independent companies - Playtex Apparel, Inc. and Playtex Products, Inc.
Today Dover is a thriving community. Residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional development continues at a stable rate. Dover supports four school districts and five colleges. The Dover Public Library and the Delaware State Library are available to residents at no charge. Thirteen major employers provide a diversity of employment opportunities from government to manufacturing. Dover's citizens are protected by a professional police force of 80 uniformed officers. Fire protection is provided by a volunteer fire department, Robbins Hose Company.
The City of Dover is not only the Capital of the First State, but also the hometown to many of Delaware's historical landmarks. In downtown Dover you can peruse the many legislative and government buildings which have stood for generations, or relax at Silver Lake's popular park and beach areas. Dover has fun attractions for people of all ages.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $156,000
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 34,735. Dover covers 22.4 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 36 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 19901, 19904 - Area code: 302
Weather
Dover, DE climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 30's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 87.40 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 26.90 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be fairly limited during summer with a difference that can reach 19 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 18 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Dover is 46.28 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.73 Inches.
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