Dover Population 2026
Dover has a population of 18,346, making it the #2598 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Jersey. It is about 480× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,346
Rank in United States
#2598
Coordinates
40.88°N, 74.56°W
~176 m elevation · America/New_York
Distance to capital (Washington)
306 km
190 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Jersey
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Newark | 281,944 | #73 |
| Jersey City | 264,290 | #78 |
| Paterson | 147,754 | #188 |
| Elizabeth | 129,007 | #224 |
| Edison | 102,548 | #314 |
| Trenton | 89,620 | #380 |
| Toms River | 88,791 | #382 |
| Clifton | 86,334 | #412 |
Cities near Dover
- Randolph25,734 people · ~4 km away
- Denville16,669 people · ~7 km away
- Hopatcong Hills16,267 people · ~11 km away
- Parsippany51,144 people · ~12 km away
- Morristown18,594 people · ~12 km away
- Sparta19,722 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dover?
Dover has a population of 18,346 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2598 biggest city in United States.
What state is Dover in?
Dover is located in New Jersey, United States.
Is Dover the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 306 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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