Dawson
Dawson has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $15,443. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $39,400. The poverty rate of 35.1% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 47% less than the Georgia median.
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How many people live in Dawson, Georgia?
Dawson, Georgia has about 5,295 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Dawson, Georgia?
The typical household in Dawson, Georgia earns about $15,443 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Dawson, Georgia expensive?
In Dawson, Georgia, the median home is worth about $39,400, and the typical rent is about $242 a month.
How educated are people in Dawson, Georgia?
About 10.4% of adults age 25 and over in Dawson, Georgia hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Dawson, Georgia?
About 35.1% of people in Dawson, Georgia live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024