Median Income
$58,317
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% 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
Population193
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density919/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,317
Per Capita$28,475
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$499M
Commute36 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,696
Health
Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation970 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+94.6%
School Score4.92
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute36 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4
Is Dawson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dawson receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Dawson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dawson is $58,317, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Dawson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Dawson has a population of 193 with a density of 919 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic.
Population
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Dawson is $58,317, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,317 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,475 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $831 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,104 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 298 |
| County GDP | $499M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,629 |
| 25% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,696.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $940 |
| 19% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $690 |
| 1 Bedroom | $881 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,267 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,317 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,629 |
| 25% below US avg |
In Dawson, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Dawson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.5% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 19.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,372/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
Crime Rates: Dawson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Dawson has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.7 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 970 ft (296 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 919/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1309°N, 95.8301°W |
| County FIPS | 31147 |