| ZIP Code | 03820 |
|---|---|
| City | Dover |
| State | New Hampshire (NH) |
| County | Strafford County |
| Area Code | 603 |
| Elevation | 92 ft |
| Latitude | 43.18636 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -70.883623 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 33017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 7.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.5% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,159 (18.1%) |
| Some College | 2,279 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 2,366 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,636 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,487 (50%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,793 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $397,900 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,540/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,460 |
| Vacant Units | 439 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,460 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 439 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 03820 is located in Dover, New Hampshire, within Strafford County. With a population of 33,150, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 03820 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,793 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 03820 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $397,900 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,540 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.4%) and renters (48.6%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 03820 is primarily White (85.79%). Residents are highly educated — 61.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.8%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 03820 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 03820 in Dover, NH is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 33,150 residents, a median household income of $92,793, and a median home value of $397,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Hampshire.