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Dawson, ON

Ontario

Dawson is a small town in Ontario with a population of 399. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
399 Population 3/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $46,000 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 0.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 295 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population399
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female53% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$46,000
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty13.6%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units195
Rent Burden0.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking8.9%
Depression4.1%
Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI27 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+35.6%
Graduate+0.0%

Community

Commute29 min
Broadband94.0%

Is Dawson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dawson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dawson is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.6% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Dawson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Dawson has a population of 399 with a density of 3 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

399
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
132.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dawson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
91% below US avg
Other Languages7.5%

Social Characteristics

Dawson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dawson is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Dawson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,000

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dawson is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden0.0%

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%
Renter-Occupied5.1%
Housing Units195

Property Tax

In Dawson, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% are current smokers. 4.1% report depression. 76.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease9.5%
High Blood Pressure22.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity76.3%
Depression4.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Dawson has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 1°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 27.

Temperature

1°F Jan (-17°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average1°F (-17°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median27.0
RatingGood
Good Days %89.5%

Geography

Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Area132.6 sq mi (343.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates48.7837°N, 94.5387°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
63% below US avg
High School+35.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area132.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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