Dawsonville, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Dawson County County
Dawsonville, GA
At a Glance
How Dawsonville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dawsonville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dawsonville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dawsonville residents earn a median household income of $86,550 , which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,372. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,030 business establishments, including 90 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dawsonville is $327,800 , 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $436,967. Median rent is $994/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2006.
Education
34.6% of adults in Dawsonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dawsonville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.