Dover Population 2026
Dover has a population of 39,403, making it the #1135 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Delaware. It is about 223× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,403
Rank in United States
#1135
Coordinates
39.16°N, 75.52°W
~9 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
134 km
83 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Delaware
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 70,898 | #545 |
| Newark | 33,817 | #1357 |
| Middletown | 20,372 | #2332 |
| Bear | 19,371 | #2454 |
Cities near Dover
- Middletown20,372 people · ~36 km away
- Bridgeton25,031 people · ~39 km away
- Millville28,230 people · ~50 km away
- South Vineland58,122 people · ~53 km away
- Bear19,371 people · ~54 km away
- Vineland60,818 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dover?
Dover has a population of 39,403 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1135 biggest city in United States.
What state is Dover in?
Dover is located in Delaware, United States.
Is Dover the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 134 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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