Who Should / Shouldn’t Move to Dover
Dover is a strong fit for movers drawn to its genuine historical identity, UNH-Durham proximity, and direct Boston rail access. It's a weaker fit for anyone needing New Hampshire's lowest property tax rates.
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Learn moreBest fit: history-minded movers and UNH-adjacent commuters
Dover's clearest case is for movers drawn to its genuine identity as New Hampshire's oldest settlement, or those connected to the University of New Hampshire in neighboring Durham.
Good fit: Boston rail commuters
Dover's real, direct Amtrak Downeaster connection and genuinely short average commute make it a practical choice for Boston-bound commuters.
Weaker fit: lowest-property-tax seekers
Dover's own effective property tax rate runs genuinely high, above both the national median and the Strafford County average.
Key takeaways
- Best fit: history-minded movers and those connected to UNH/Durham.
- Good fit: Boston rail commuters via the direct Amtrak Downeaster connection.
- Weaker fit: movers who need New Hampshire's lowest possible property tax rates.
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