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Dawn, MO

Missouri

Dawn is a small town in Missouri with a population of 106. Residents earn $55,278 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
106 Population 81/sq mi density
$55,278 Median Income $31,190 per capita
$110,900 Home Value $322,590 Zillow
$508 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 268 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$55,278 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $508/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,278
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $508
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.7%
188% higher than US avg

How Dawn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population106
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,278
Per Capita$31,190
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty35.7%
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$508
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$322,590
Housing Units58
Rent Burden14.7%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.0%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation751 ft (229 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute45 min
Broadband48.0%

Is Dawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dawn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Dawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dawn is $55,278, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 35.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dawn is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $508 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dawn has a population of 106 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

106
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dawn is $55,278, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Dawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,278
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.7%
188% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dawn is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $508 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,590.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,590

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$508
56% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.8%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In Dawn, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dawn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits57.1%

Food & Exercise

Dawn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 268 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation751 ft (229 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates39.6684°N, 93.6355°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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