Home Value
$161,300
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Dawson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population42
Median Age61.6 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans42.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,831
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,073M
Commute30 min
Housing
Home Value$161,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Elevation779 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute30 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries4
Is Dawson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dawson receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dawson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dawson is $161,300, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Dawson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 29.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Dawson has a population of 42 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 61.6 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
61.6yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 54.8% |
| 30% below US avg |
| Spanish | 45.2% |
| 237% above US avg |
The median household income in Dawson is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $35,831 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,050 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,654 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 704 |
| County GDP | $1,073M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 71 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,204 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Dawson is $161,300, 43% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $161,300 |
| 43% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,204 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.37% |
In Dawson, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dawson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,866/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
Crime Rates: Dawson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Dawson has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.2 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 29.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 779 ft (237 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4771°N, 78.9452°W |
| County FIPS | 54057 |