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Dover, NJ

Dover is a town in Morris County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Located on the Rockaway River, Dover is about 31 miles (50 km) west of New York City and about 23 miles (37 km) west of Newark, New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the town's population was 18,460, an increase of 303 (+1.7%) from the 2010 census count of 18,157, which in turn reflected a decline of 31 (−0.2%) from the 18,188 counted in the 2000 census.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town had a total area of 2.73 square miles (7.06 km2), including 2.68 square miles (6.93 km2) of land and 0.05 square miles (0.13 km2) of water (1.90%).

Joseph Latham was deeded the land that includes present-day Dover in 1713, from portions of land that had been purchased from Native Americans by the Proprietors of West Jersey. On May 31, 1722, Latham and his wife Jane deeded 527 acres (2.13 km2) over to John Jackson of Flushing, New York. Jackson settled on the eastern portion of his land along Granny's Brook at the site of what would later become the Ross Ribbon Factory on Park Heights Avenue.

Furthermore, Dover boasts excellent healthcare facilities, including Dover General Hospital, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services close to home. Health and wellness services are available as well. Yoga Inspired offers various yoga classes and workshops. Soulshine Yoga focuses on a holistic approach to yoga and wellness. Crunch Fitness provides a range of fitness programs and equipment. Planet Fitness offers a gym with cardio machines, weights, and group fitness classes. Massage Envy is known for its therapeutic massage services.

Top sites in Dover, NJ are 13Th Hour Haunted, Lake Hopatcong, and Mercade Family Fun Center. 

Population: 18,909 (2024). ZIP codes: 07801–07803, 07806, 07809. Area code: 973. Elevation: 525 feet (160 m). Area: 2.73 sq mi (7.06 km2).

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What is the history of Dover, NJ?

Dover was incorporated as a town on April 1, 1869, within Randolph Township and became fully independent as of March 5, 1896. The town charter was amended in 1875. On May 7, 1896, Dover was reincorporated as a city and regained its status as a town on March 21, 1899, after the referendum that approved the change was invalidated by a court ruling. In the past, Dover has had extensive iron and mill works, machine shops, stove, furnace, and range works, boiler and bridge works, rolling mills, drill works, knitting and silk mills, and a large hosiery factory (MacGregors).

What are some of the fun facts about Dover, NJ?

Metallica played their first-ever New Jersey show at Showplace in Dover on April 16, 1983. It was also the first time the band performed live with lead guitarist Kirk Hammett. The music video for Eddie Money's "I Wanna Go Back" was filmed on Blackwell Street and at the old Dover High School, Dover Middle School, and now Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art. Dover is referenced multiple times in The Sopranos. In season 2, episode 4 ("Commendatori"), Elvis impersonator/DiMeo crime family associate, Jimmy Bones, tells Big Pussy Bonpensiero and Agent Skip Lipari that he was born and raised in Dover, New Jersey, and emphasizes that the town was named after the Cliffs of Dover. 

Is it affordable to reside in Dover, NJ?

The cost of living in Dover, NJ is generally affordable. The median home value is $264,900, which is lower than the national average. The median household income is slightly higher than the national average, and most of the residents report that their housing costs are within their budgets. Additionally, groceries and other goods tend to be more affordable here compared to other parts of New Jersey. Overall, Dover has a low cost of living compared to many other parts of the state.

Sources

Town of Dover

Wikipedia

best places

Dover General Hospital

Yoga Inspired 

Crunch Fitness

13Th Hour Haunted

Lake Hopatcong

Mercade Family Fun Center

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