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Dawson, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Terrell County County
Dawson, GA
At a Glance
How Dawson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dawson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dawson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dawson residents earn a median household income of $29,046 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,771. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 41.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 227 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dawson is $94,800 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $82,205. Median rent is $728/month, with 30.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Dawson reports 1,022 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 169% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,531/100K.
Education
9.4% of adults in Dawson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 76.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dawson has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.