Dawson, MN

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Dawson Overview

1,369
TOTAL POPULATION
702
MALE POPULATION
667
FEMALE POPULATION
105.25
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.9
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,982
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,290
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,540
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
717
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Dawson Zip Codes

Dawson Area Codes

Race in Dawson

The most populous races in Dawson are White / Caucasian (1,225 | 89.5%), Two or more Races (86 | 6.3%), and Black / African American (27 | 2.0%).
Race in Dawson
Race# Population% Population
Asian130.9%
Black / African American272.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino272.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,22589.5%
Two or more Races866.3%
Some other Race181.3%
Total1,369100.0%

Ancestry in Dawson

The most populous ancestries reported in Dawson are Norwegian (538 | 39.3%), German (380 | 27.8%), Swedish (91 | 6.7%), Irish (75 | 5.5%), and American (41 | 3.0%), together accounting for 82.2% of all Dawson residents.
Ancestry in Dawson
Ancestry# Population% Population
American413.0%
Arab30.2%
Belgian100.7%
Burmese201.5%
Cherokee50.4%
Chippewa70.5%
Czech60.4%
Danish191.4%
Dutch402.9%
English312.3%
European60.4%
French191.4%
French Canadian292.1%
German38027.8%
Hungarian70.5%
Irish755.5%
Italian40.3%
Korean50.4%
Lithuanian20.2%
Mexican211.5%
Norwegian53839.3%
Polish80.6%
Scandinavian413.0%
Scotch-Irish211.5%
Scottish201.5%
Seminole120.9%
Slovak30.2%
South African30.2%
Spanish60.4%
Subsaharan African30.2%
Swedish916.7%
Welsh20.2%
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Immigrants in Dawson

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Dawson came from Asia (20 | 1.5%), Africa (10 | 0.7%), Philippines (9 | 0.7%), South Eastern Asia (9 | 0.7%), and Central America (7 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.0% of all Dawson residents.
Immigrants in Dawson
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa100.7%
Asia201.5%
Central America70.5%
Eastern Africa30.2%
Eastern Asia40.3%
Kazakhstan70.5%
Korea40.3%
Latin America70.5%
Mexico70.5%
Nigeria40.3%
Philippines90.7%
South Africa30.2%
South Central Asia70.5%
South Eastern Asia90.7%
Western Africa40.3%
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Sex and Age in Dawson

Sex and Age in Dawson

The most populous age groups in Dawson are 65 to 69 Years (81 | 11.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (83 | 12.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Dawson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years30 (4.3%)19 (2.9%)
5 to 9 Years56 (8.0%)17 (2.5%)
10 to 14 Years44 (6.3%)14 (2.1%)
15 to 19 Years66 (9.4%)36 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years40 (5.7%)83 (12.4%)
25 to 29 Years23 (3.3%)22 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Years20 (2.9%)19 (2.9%)
35 to 39 Years53 (7.5%)53 (8.0%)
40 to 44 Years29 (4.1%)52 (7.8%)
45 to 49 Years31 (4.4%)28 (4.2%)
50 to 54 Years47 (6.7%)21 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years29 (4.1%)49 (7.3%)
60 to 64 Years46 (6.6%)70 (10.5%)
65 to 69 Years81 (11.5%)51 (7.6%)
70 to 74 Years27 (3.8%)41 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years26 (3.7%)39 (5.9%)
80 to 84 Years32 (4.6%)17 (2.5%)
85 Years and over22 (3.1%)36 (5.4%)
Total702 (100.0%)667 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Dawson

Median Family Size in Dawson

The median family size in Dawson is 2.84 persons per family, with single female/mother families (19 | 5.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.74 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (35 | 10.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.66 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Dawson
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple284 (84.0%)2.80
Single Male/Father35 (10.4%)2.66
Single Female/Mother19 (5.6%)3.74
Total Families338 (100.0%)2.84

Median Household Size in Dawson

The median household size in Dawson is 2.24 persons per household, with single female/mother households (19 | 3.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.95 persons per household. non-family households (243 | 41.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Dawson
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple284 (48.9%)2.96
Single Male/Father35 (6.0%)2.86
Single Female/Mother19 (3.3%)3.95
Non-family243 (41.8%)1.18
Total Households581 (100.0%)2.24

Household Size by Marriage Status in Dawson

Out of a total of 581 households in Dawson, 338 (58.2%) are family households, while 243 (41.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 173, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 210.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Dawson
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-210 (36.1%)
2-Person Households173 (29.8%)33 (5.7%)
3-Person Households81 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households58 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households14 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households11 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households1 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total338 (58.2%)243 (41.8%)

Female Fertility in Dawson

Fertility by Age in Dawson

Average fertility rate in Dawson is 34.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 48.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Dawson
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years6 (60.0%)48.0
35 to 50 years4 (40.0%)29.0
Total10 (100.0%)34.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dawson

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Dawson
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Dawson

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Dawson
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma4 (40.0%)98.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (40.0%)42.0
Graduate Degree2 (20.0%)250.0
Total10 (100.0%)34.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dawson

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Dawson
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Dawson

Income Overview in Dawson

Per Capita Income in Dawson is $35,982, while median incomes of families and households are $86,290 and $67,540 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,369$35,982
Median Family Income338$86,290
Mean Family Income338$104,192
Median Household Income581$67,540
Mean Household Income581$80,666
Income Deficit338$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,36935.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,36964.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3690.43

Earnings by Sex in Dawson

Average Earnings in Dawson are $41,750, $48,589 for men and $31,250 for women, a difference of 35.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Dawson
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male381 (49.4%)$48,589
Female390 (50.6%)$31,250
Total771 (100.0%)$41,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dawson

The most common earnings brackets in Dawson are $50,000 to $54,999 for men (48 | 12.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (58 | 14.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Dawson
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less28 (7.3%)25 (6.4%)
$2,500 to $4,9995 (1.3%)10 (2.6%)
$5,000 to $7,49914 (3.7%)33 (8.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4998 (2.1%)5 (1.3%)
$12,500 to $14,99912 (3.2%)16 (4.1%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)6 (1.5%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (0.5%)22 (5.6%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)11 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99917 (4.5%)58 (14.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99937 (9.7%)17 (4.4%)
$35,000 to $39,99916 (4.2%)7 (1.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99933 (8.7%)25 (6.4%)
$45,000 to $49,99936 (9.5%)15 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99948 (12.6%)21 (5.4%)
$55,000 to $64,99936 (9.5%)35 (9.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99928 (7.3%)56 (14.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99941 (10.8%)23 (5.9%)
$100,000+20 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total381 (100.0%)390 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dawson

Average earnings in Dawson are $49,839 for men and $38,125 for women, a difference of 23.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,625, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $42,411. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,357, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $26,375.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Dawson
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$50,417$26,375
High School Diploma$48,043$0
College or Associate's Degree$42,411$37,250
Bachelor's Degree$83,625$65,357
Graduate Degree$56,250$47,500
Total$49,839$38,125

Family Income in Dawson

Family Income Brackets in Dawson

According to the Dawson family income data, there are 81 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Dawson
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99930.9%
$15,000 to $24,99951.5%
$25,000 to $34,999164.7%
$35,000 to $49,9993510.4%
$50,000 to $74,9998124.0%
$75,000 to $99,9997722.8%
$100,000 to $149,9997722.8%
$150,000 to $199,999216.2%
$200,000+236.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dawson

4-person families (54 | 16.0%) account for the highest median family income in Dawson with $111,000 per family, while 2-person families (182 | 53.8%) have the highest median income of $39,250 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Dawson
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families182 (53.8%)$78,500
3-Person Families82 (24.3%)$85,417
4-Person Families54 (16.0%)$111,000
5-Person Families19 (5.6%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families1 (0.3%)$0
Total338 (100.0%)$86,290

Family Income by Number of Earners in Dawson

The median family income in Dawson is $86,290, with families comprising 3+ earners (30) having the highest median family income of $111,500, while families with no earners (31) have the lowest median family income of $50,250, accounting for 8.9% and 9.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Dawson
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners31 (9.2%)$50,250
1 Earner114 (33.7%)$62,500
2 Earners163 (48.2%)$96,406
3+ Earners30 (8.9%)$111,500
Total338 (100.0%)$86,290

Household Income in Dawson

Household Income Brackets in Dawson

With 130 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Dawson, accounting for 22.4% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (3.6%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Dawson
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000223.8%
$10,000 to $14,999417.1%
$15,000 to $24,999356.0%
$25,000 to $34,999356.0%
$35,000 to $49,9997512.9%
$50,000 to $74,99913022.4%
$75,000 to $99,99910518.1%
$100,000 to $149,9999115.7%
$150,000 to $199,999213.6%
$200,000+264.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Dawson

The median household income in Dawson is $67,540, with the highest median household income of $86,094 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 128 households (22.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,250, with 231 households (39.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Dawson
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years31 (5.3%)$80,903
25 to 44 Years128 (22.0%)$86,094
45 to 64 Years191 (32.9%)$67,969
65+ Years231 (39.8%)$46,250
Total581 (100.0%)$67,540

Poverty in Dawson

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dawson

With 3.7% poverty level for males and 7.1% for females among the residents of Dawson, 65 to 74 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 13 males (12.0%) and 14 females (28.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Dawson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)5 (5.6%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years3 (3.7%)3 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)14 (28.6%)
55 to 64 Years3 (4.0%)7 (5.9%)
65 to 74 Years13 (12.0%)3 (3.8%)
75 Years and over6 (8.7%)13 (16.3%)
Total25 (3.7%)45 (7.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dawson

According to the poverty statistics in Dawson, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Dawson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
5 Years2 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years85 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years13 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
15 Years13 (100.0%)4 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years31 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years62 (100.0%)84 (94.4%)
25 to 34 Years43 (100.0%)41 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years79 (96.3%)90 (96.8%)
45 to 54 Years65 (100.0%)35 (71.4%)
55 to 64 Years72 (96.0%)112 (94.1%)
65 to 74 Years95 (88.0%)76 (96.2%)
75 Years and over63 (91.3%)67 (83.8%)
Total651 (96.3%)584 (92.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dawson

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Dawson show that 1.1% or 3 of the total 284 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.7%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Dawson
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children176 (98.3%)3 (1.7%)
1 or 2 Children85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total281 (98.9%)3 (1.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dawson

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Dawson
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dawson

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Dawson
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children3 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Dawson

Employment by Class of Employer in Dawson

Among the 676 employed individuals in Dawson, private company employees (406 | 60.1%), not-for-profit organizations (101 | 14.9%), and local government employees (78 | 11.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Dawson
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees40660.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)192.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)477.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations10114.9%
Local Government Employees7811.5%
State Government Employees131.9%
Federal Government Employees91.3%
Unpaid Family Workers30.4%
Total676100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Dawson

According to the labor force statistics for Dawson, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,172), 61.2% or 717 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 33 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 39 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 39.2% or 20 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Dawson
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years51 (60.0%)20 (39.2%)
20 to 24 Years110 (89.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years30 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years160 (85.6%)3 (1.9%)
45 to 54 Years94 (74.0%)6 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years57 (73.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years87 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years77 (38.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over12 (7.0%)4 (33.3%)
Total717 (61.2%)33 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dawson

According to labor force statistics for Dawson, 78.9% of individuals (467) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (592) are in the labor force, with 2.0% or 9 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 93.7% or 209 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.4% or 7 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Dawson
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School44 (57.9%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma98 (59.8%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree209 (93.7%)8 (3.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher116 (89.9%)2 (1.7%)
Total467 (78.9%)12 (2.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Dawson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dawson are Community & Social Service (102 | 15.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (102 | 15.0%), Education, Arts & Media (56 | 8.3%), Health Technologists (52 | 7.7%), and Business & Financial (38 | 5.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Dawson

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Dawson, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73.3%), and Management (40.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Dawson
OccupationMaleFemale
Management15 (40.5%)22 (59.5%)
Business & Financial6 (15.8%)32 (84.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11 (73.3%)4 (26.7%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 15 (14.7%)87 (85.3%)
Education, Arts & Media7 (12.5%)49 (87.5%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library8 (24.2%)25 (75.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating11 (10.8%)91 (89.2%)
Health Technologists11 (21.1%)41 (78.8%)
Total (Category)58 (19.7%)236 (80.3%)
Total (Overall)311 (45.9%)367 (54.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Dawson are Healthcare Support (28 | 4.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (23 | 3.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (15 | 2.2%), and Personal Care & Service (8 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Dawson

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Dawson
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance18 (78.3%)5 (21.7%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Total (Category)18 (24.3%)56 (75.7%)
Total (Overall)311 (45.9%)367 (54.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Dawson are Sales & Related (66 | 9.7%), and Office & Administration (26 | 3.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Dawson

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Dawson
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related39 (59.1%)27 (40.9%)
Office & Administration4 (15.4%)22 (84.6%)
Total (Category)43 (46.7%)49 (53.3%)
Total (Overall)311 (45.9%)367 (54.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Dawson are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (31 | 4.6%), Construction & Extraction (19 | 2.8%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (11 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Dawson

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Dawson
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)311 (45.9%)367 (54.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Dawson are Production (75 | 11.1%), Material Moving (44 | 6.5%), and Transportation (38 | 5.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Dawson

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Dawson
OccupationMaleFemale
Production53 (70.7%)22 (29.3%)
Transportation38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving40 (90.9%)4 (9.1%)
Total (Category)131 (83.4%)26 (16.6%)
Total (Overall)311 (45.9%)367 (54.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Dawson

Employment Industries in Dawson

The major employment industries in Dawson include Health Care & Social Assistance (197 | 29.1%), Manufacturing (137 | 20.2%), Retail Trade (71 | 10.5%), Educational Services (46 | 6.8%), and Finance & Insurance (36 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries in Dawson

Employment Industries by Sex in Dawson

The Dawson industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Dawson
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing86 (62.8%)51 (37.2%)
Wholesale Trade30 (93.8%)2 (6.2%)
Retail Trade29 (40.8%)42 (59.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing17 (89.5%)2 (10.5%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance21 (58.3%)15 (41.7%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services16 (34.8%)30 (65.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance21 (10.7%)176 (89.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)19 (100.0%)
Public Administration2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Total311 (45.9%)367 (54.1%)

Education in Dawson

School Enrollment in Dawson

The most common levels of schooling among the 218 students in Dawson are high school (85 | 39.0%), elementary school (46 | 21.1%), and middle school (39 | 17.9%).
School Enrollment in Dawson
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool62.8%
Kindergarten136.0%
Elementary School4621.1%
Middle School3917.9%
High School8539.0%
College / Undergraduate198.7%
Graduate / Professional104.6%
Total218100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dawson

Out of a total of 218 students who are enrolled in schools in Dawson, 14 (6.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 204 (93.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (62.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 4 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Dawson
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds42 (82.4%)9 (17.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3 (37.5%)5 (62.5%)
35 Years and over10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total204 (93.6%)14 (6.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dawson

Education (58 | 26.9%), business (40 | 18.5%), science & technology (36 | 16.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (29 | 13.4%), and psychology (12 | 5.6%) are the most common fields of study among 216 individuals in Dawson who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Dawson
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics31.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2913.4%
Physical & Health Sciences94.2%
Psychology125.6%
Social Sciences41.8%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology3616.7%
Business4018.5%
Education5826.9%
Literature & Languages31.4%
Liberal Arts & History62.8%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications52.3%
Arts & Humanities115.1%
Total216100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Dawson

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dawson

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Dawson are males with 2 vehicles (138, accounting for 44.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (173, making up 37.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Dawson
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)6 (1.6%)
1 Vehicle38 (12.2%)36 (9.9%)
2 Vehicles138 (44.4%)173 (47.4%)
3 Vehicles95 (30.5%)113 (31.0%)
4 Vehicles31 (10.0%)21 (5.8%)
5 or more Vehicles9 (2.9%)16 (4.4%)
Total311 (100.0%)365 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Dawson

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Dawson are 5 to 9 minutes (222 commuters, 34.8%), less than 5 minutes (153 commuters, 24.0%), and 20 to 24 minutes (67 commuters, 10.5%).
Commute Time in Dawson
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes15324.0%
5 to 9 Minutes22234.8%
10 to 14 Minutes518.0%
15 to 19 Minutes253.9%
20 to 24 Minutes6710.5%
25 to 29 Minutes304.7%
30 to 34 Minutes426.6%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes111.7%
45 to 59 Minutes182.8%
60 to 89 Minutes152.4%
90 or more Minutes40.6%

Commute Time by Sex in Dawson

The most common commute times in Dawson are 5 to 9 minutes (108 commuters, 35.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (114 commuters, 33.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Dawson
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes72 (23.8%)81 (24.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes108 (35.8%)114 (33.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes27 (8.9%)24 (7.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes22 (7.3%)3 (0.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes6 (2.0%)61 (18.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (5.6%)13 (3.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes22 (7.3%)20 (5.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes2 (0.7%)9 (2.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes18 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes7 (2.3%)8 (2.4%)
90 or more Minutes1 (0.3%)3 (0.9%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dawson

The most frequent times of departure to work in Dawson are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (65, 21.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (91, 27.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Dawson
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (3.6%)17 (5.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM46 (15.2%)13 (3.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM34 (11.3%)10 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM15 (5.0%)5 (1.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM25 (8.3%)39 (11.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM23 (7.6%)61 (18.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM65 (21.5%)91 (27.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM32 (10.6%)29 (8.6%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM5 (1.7%)16 (4.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM5 (1.7%)23 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM10 (3.3%)4 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM18 (6.0%)11 (3.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM11 (3.6%)17 (5.1%)
Total302 (100.0%)336 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Dawson

Occupancy by Ownership in Dawson

Of the total 581 dwellings in Dawson, owner-occupied units account for 447 (76.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 134 (23.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Dawson
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units44776.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13423.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units581100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Dawson

Occupancy by Household Size in Dawson
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household21036.1%
2-Person Household20635.5%
3-Person Household8113.9%
4+ Person Household8414.5%
Total Housing Units581100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dawson

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Dawson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household129 (61.4%)81 (38.6%)
2-Person Household176 (85.4%)30 (14.6%)
3-Person Household63 (77.8%)18 (22.2%)
4+ Person Household79 (94.1%)5 (5.9%)
Total Housing Units447 (76.9%)134 (23.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dawson

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Dawson
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School47 (72.3%)18 (27.7%)
High School Diploma126 (75.9%)40 (24.1%)
College/Associate Degree161 (78.2%)45 (21.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher113 (78.5%)31 (21.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dawson

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Dawson
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years6310.8%
35 to 44 Years9616.5%
45 to 54 Years6110.5%
55 to 64 Years13022.4%
65 to 74 Years11018.9%
75 to 84 Years6911.9%
85 Years and Over528.9%
Total581100.0%

Housing Finances in Dawson

Median Income by Occupancy in Dawson

Median Income by Occupancy in Dawson
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied447 (76.9%)$71,625
Renter-Occupied134 (23.1%)$31,786
Average581 (100.0%)$67,540

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dawson

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Dawson
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (1.3%)3 (2.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9996 (1.3%)7 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $14,99915 (3.4%)26 (19.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (0.7%)9 (6.7%)
$20,000 to $24,99914 (3.1%)9 (6.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (3.8%)18 (13.4%)
$35,000 to $49,99957 (12.8%)18 (13.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999112 (25.1%)18 (13.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99979 (17.7%)26 (19.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99991 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more47 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dawson

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Dawson
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30030 (6.7%)6 (4.5%)
$300 to $499118 (26.4%)30 (22.4%)
$500 to $799112 (25.1%)55 (41.0%)
$800 to $99948 (10.7%)22 (16.4%)
$1,000 to $1,49966 (14.8%)13 (9.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99945 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49916 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more7 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Dawson

Housing Structures in Dawson

Housing Structures in Dawson
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached49084.3%
Single Unit, Attached152.6%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments40.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments81.4%
10 or more Apartments6310.8%
Mobile Home / Other10.2%
Total581100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dawson

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Dawson
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached437 (89.2%)53 (10.8%)
Single Unit, Attached9 (60.0%)6 (40.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)63 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total447 (76.9%)134 (23.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dawson

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Dawson
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room4 (0.9%)9 (6.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms7 (1.6%)60 (44.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms122 (27.3%)38 (28.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms175 (39.2%)17 (12.7%)
8 or more Rooms139 (31.1%)10 (7.5%)
Total447 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dawson

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Dawson
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas365 (81.7%)58 (43.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (1.6%)4 (3.0%)
Electricity75 (16.8%)65 (48.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)3 (2.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)4 (3.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Dawson

Household Vehicle Usage in Dawson
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)24 (17.9%)
1 Vehicle100 (22.4%)63 (47.0%)
2 Vehicles197 (44.1%)43 (32.1%)
3 or more Vehicles150 (33.6%)4 (3.0%)
Total447 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Dawson

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Dawson

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units225222
Median Property Value$102,000$132,100
Median Household Income$63,750$24
Monthly Housing Costs$397$7
Real Estate Taxes$1,346$11

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dawson

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Dawson
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00055 (24.4%)37 (16.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99955 (24.4%)48 (21.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99998 (43.6%)118 (53.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99915 (6.7%)18 (8.1%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)1 (0.4%)
$750,000 to $999,9992 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total225 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dawson

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Dawson
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (12.9%)6 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (5.3%)3 (1.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99937 (16.4%)5 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99948 (21.3%)20 (9.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99917 (7.6%)64 (28.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99953 (23.6%)62 (27.9%)
$150,000 or more23 (10.2%)38 (17.1%)
Total225 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dawson

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Dawson
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x155 (68.9%)83,000 (37,387.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x28 (12.4%)140 (63.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x8 (3.6%)41 (18.5%)
4.0x or more28 (12.4%)21 (9.5%)
Total225 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dawson

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Dawson
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80048 (21.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49983 (36.9%)40 (18.0%)
$800 to $1,49986 (38.2%)63 (28.4%)
Total225 (100.0%)222 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Dawson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dawson

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dawson
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years213 (97.7%)5 (2.3%)
19 to 25 Years132 (95.7%)6 (4.3%)
26 to 34 Years61 (80.3%)15 (19.7%)
35 to 44 Years169 (98.3%)3 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years111 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years190 (97.9%)4 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years187 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older149 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,269 (97.5%)33 (2.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dawson

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Dawson
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen213 (97.7%)5 (2.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen132 (95.7%)6 (4.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dawson

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Dawson
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000113 (97.4%)3 (2.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999179 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999258 (98.5%)4 (1.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999274 (96.1%)11 (3.9%)
$100,000 and over439 (96.7%)15 (3.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dawson

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Dawson
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 631 (54.4%)32 (56.1%)
6 to 18 Years37 (17.0%)180 (82.6%)
19 to 25 Years16 (11.6%)127 (92.0%)
25 to 34 Years12 (15.8%)51 (67.1%)
35 to 44 Years50 (29.1%)125 (72.7%)
45 to 54 Years21 (18.9%)92 (82.9%)
55 to 64 Years61 (31.4%)137 (70.6%)
65 to 74 Years161 (86.1%)111 (59.4%)
75 Years and over149 (100.0%)118 (79.2%)
Total538 (41.3%)973 (74.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dawson

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Dawson
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (24.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years45 (20.8%)44 (16.9%)
65 to 74 Years24 (22.2%)9 (11.4%)
75 Years and over48 (69.6%)41 (51.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Dawson

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Dawson: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)15 (24.6%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (12.0%)9 (11.4%)
75 Years and over32 (46.4%)6 (7.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Dawson: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (19.7%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Dawson: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)3 (4.9%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years21 (9.7%)7 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Dawson: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years25 (11.6%)30 (11.5%)
65 to 74 Years12 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (29.0%)35 (43.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Dawson: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (10.1%)3 (3.7%)

Technology Access in Dawson

Computing Device Access in Dawson

Computing Device Access in Dawson
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop42072.3%
Smartphone47882.3%
Tablet35561.1%
No Computing Device6411.0%
Total581100.0%

Internet Access in Dawson

Internet Access in Dawson
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet30.5%
Broadband Home37163.9%
Cellular Data Only7112.2%
Satellite Internet549.3%
No Internet10718.4%
Total581100.0%

Dawson Summary

Dawson, Minnesota is a small city located in Lac qui Parle County in the western part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Lac qui Parle River, and is home to a population of 1,845 people as of the 2010 census. The city was founded in 1881 and was named after the first settler, William Dawson.

History

The area that is now Dawson was first settled in 1881 by William Dawson, who had come to the area from Wisconsin. He was soon joined by other settlers, and the town was officially incorporated in 1883. The town was originally called “Dawson’s Landing”, but the name was changed to “Dawson” in 1885.
The city was built on the banks of the Lac qui Parle River, and the river was an important part of the city’s early development. The river provided a source of transportation for goods and people, and it was also used for fishing and recreation. The river was also used to power the city’s first sawmill, which was built in 1883.
The city grew steadily throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and by the 1920s it had become a thriving agricultural center. The city was also home to several businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, a brickyard, and a furniture factory.

Geography

Dawson is located in western Minnesota, in Lac qui Parle County. It is situated on the banks of the Lac qui Parle River, and is about 25 miles west of the city of Madison. The city covers an area of 1.2 square miles, and has a population density of 1,541 people per square mile.
The city is located in a mostly flat area, with some rolling hills in the surrounding area. The climate is typical of the Midwest, with cold winters and hot, humid summers. The average annual temperature is around 45 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 28 inches.

Economy

Dawson’s economy is largely based on agriculture. The city is home to several large farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and other crops. The city is also home to several businesses, including a flour mill, a creamery, a brickyard, and a furniture factory.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city is also home to a branch of the Lac qui Parle County Library, and a branch of the Lac qui Parle County Historical Society.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Dawson was 1,845 people. The racial makeup of the city was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in Dawson was $41,250, and the median family income was $48,750. The per capita income was $19,945. About 11.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.2% of those under age 18 and 8.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Dawson?
Total Population of Dawson is 1,369.
What is the Total Male Population of Dawson?
Total Male Population of Dawson is 702.
What is the Total Female Population of Dawson?
Total Female Population of Dawson is 667.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Dawson?
There are 105.25 Males per 100 Females in Dawson.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Dawson?
There are 95.01 Females per 100 Males in Dawson.
What is the Median Population Age in Dawson?
Median Population Age in Dawson is 45.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Dawson
Average Family Size in Dawson is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Dawson
Average Household Size in Dawson is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Dawson?
Per Capita income in Dawson is $35,982.
What is the Median Family Income in Dawson?
Median Family Income in Dawson is $86,290.
What is the Median Household income in Dawson?
Median Household Income in Dawson is $67,540.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Dawson?
Income or Wage Gap in Dawson is 35.7%.
Women in Dawson earn 64.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Dawson?
Inequality or Gini Index in Dawson is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Dawson?
There are 717 People in the Labor Forcein in Dawson.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Dawson?
61.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Dawson.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Dawson?
Unemployment Rate in Dawson is 4.6%.