Home Value $177,500

37% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.3%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.7%

6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population77

Median Age56.3 yrs

Density226/mi²

Male / Female61% / 39%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans67.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$57,618

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty11.7%

County GDP$189M

Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$177,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units53

Health

Obesity39.3%

Uninsured8.0%

Smoking15.4%

Depression20.5%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain21.4 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,750 ft (533 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+44.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%

Commute21 min

Broadband46.0%

Libraries1

Is Dawson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dawson receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dawson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dawson is $177,500, 37% 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%. 44.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Dawson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dawson has a population of 77 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

226

People / sq mi

56.3yrs

Median Age

45% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%

Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Dawson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dawson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dawson is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Dawson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$57,618
Avg Weekly Wage	$946
IRS Avg AGI	$63,640

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.7%
	6% below US avg
Establishments (County)	130
County GDP	$189M

Business (County)

Restaurants	6
Healthcare	6
Retail	12
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.6 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dawson is $177,500, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$177,500
	37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$769
1 Bedroom	$795
2 Bedrooms	$965
3 Bedrooms	$1,297
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	53
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

In Dawson, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.3%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.5%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	24.6%
Physical Inactivity	22.9%
Depression	20.5%
Mental Distress	14.8%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.4%
Uninsured	8.0%
	7% below US avg
Checkup Rate	71.0%
Dental Visits	58.8%
Premature Death	8,404/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.4/10
Exercise Access	17.5%
Healthcare Facilities	6

Dawson has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	41.6°F
	23% below US avg
January Average	11°F (-12°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	21.4 inches
	44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,750 ft (533 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	226/sq mi
Coordinates	46.8679°N, 99.7536°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38043

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%

D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	44.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.74

C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	226/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	46.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	6
Restaurants	6
Retail Stores	12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.6 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	9.1%

Dawson, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dawson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dawson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dawson vs U.S. Average

Income: Dawson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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