Dawson, North Dakota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dawson, North Dakota had a total population of 72, the 270th largest city in North Dakota. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Dawson Quick Facts
How Dawson Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 77 | 72 | -6.5% |
| Median home value | $177,500 | $162,500 | -8.5% |
How Dawson Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 32 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Dawson Rankings in North Dakota
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Other Cities in Kidder County
Cities Similar to Dawson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caledonia | 74 | N/A | $95,000 | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Donnybrook | 74 | N/A | $118,800 | 23.9% | 0.0% |
| Logan | 70 | $75,139 | $206,800 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| North River | 70 | $147,500 | $376,900 | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Tuttle | 70 | $45,156 | N/A | 4.8% | 18.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 72, Dawson's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Dawson is a small community located in North Dakota, within Kidder County. The total population is 72. It ranks as the 270th most populous out of 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dawson is 56.7 years. This is 58% higher than the state median of 35.9 years. Only 12.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 54% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Dawson, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $162,500. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $249,900. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 59% higher than the state average of 62.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Dawson was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 46.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dawson, North Dakota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against North Dakota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 402 Census-designated places in North Dakota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Dawson, North Dakota?
Dawson, North Dakota has a population of 72 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dawson, ND?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Dawson — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dawson, ND?
The poverty rate in Dawson is 16.7%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dawson, North Dakota?
Dawson's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dawson, ND?
The median home value in Dawson is $162,500.
How educated is Dawson, North Dakota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Dawson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.