Diverse People Serving a Diverse Industrial Environment
One of the most culturally diverse counties in Nebraska, Dawson County has an area market population of more than 129,000. More than 30 percent of the population speaks a language other than English at home. Supporting all who live and work in the area, our civic leaders are committed to providing the support and services our residents need to feel at home. Familiarize yourself with recent information from the U.S. Census, including population, household size, employment and more.
2019 Demographic Snapshot
| 2019 Snapshot | Dawson County | 30 miles | 50 miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,733 | 44,637 | 112,648 |
| Households | 8,965 | 17,255 | 45,256 |
| Families | 6,292 | 12,120 | 29,725 |
| Average Household Size | 2.61 | 2.5 | 2.4 |
| Average Family Size | 3.12 | 2.9 | 2.9 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,965 | $25,137 | $25,316 |
Dawson County Population by Age
Dawson County 2019 Poverty Rate
12.7%
Dawson County Population by Race 2019
Foreign Born Dawson County Population
1.3%
Renter & Owner Occupied Housing
| 2019 Renter & Owner Occupied Housing | Dawson County | 30 miles | 50 miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Housing | 6,035 | 12,389 | 31,065 |
| Renter Occupied Housing | 2,930 | 4,870 | 14,186 |
Labor Force
| 2019 Labor Force (age 16+) | Dawson County | 30 miles | 50 miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Force | 12,476 | 23,425 | 59,231 |
| Unemployed | 632 | 810 | 2,024 |
| In Armed Forces | N/A | 4 | 19 |
| Not In Labor Force | 5,578 | 10,191 | 25,845 |
2019 Projected Labor Force Status
| 2019 Projected Labor Force Status (age 16+) | Dawson County | 30 miles | 50 miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Force | 13,306 | 24,367 | 61,070 |
| Unemployed | 599 | 840 | 2,088 |
| In Armed Forces | 0 | 5 | 20 |
| Not In Labor Force | 5,577 | 10,599 | 26,652 |
Source: Data provided by U.S. Census Bureau, Released July 2019.