Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.4% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 28 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,293 (21.9%) |
| Some College | 930 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 977 (16.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,163 (19.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,514 (25.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,152 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $186,432 ▼ 33% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $813/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,360 |
| Vacant Units | 662 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Dawson County is located in Montana and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,846 residents. With a median age of 43.42, it is a middle-aged county.
Dawson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,151 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 8.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Dawson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $186,432 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $812. Homeownership rates are high at 72.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Dawson County are primarily White (90.85%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Dawson County, MT is a solidly middle-class area in Montana. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.