Dawson Springs, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Caldwell County County
Dawson Springs, KY
At a Glance
How Dawson Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dawson Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dawson Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dawson Springs residents earn a median household income of $31,607 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,609. The unemployment rate stands at 11.3% (214% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 380 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dawson Springs is $73,500 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $118,383. Median rent is $546/month, with 31.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Dawson Springs reports 94 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 655/100K.
Education
5.0% of adults in Dawson Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 78.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dawson Springs has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches.