Economy & Jobs — Dawson, Georgia
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $28,533 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$33,100 |
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| Per Capita Income | $17,771 |
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| Poverty Rate | 53.8% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 6.0% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,499 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 20.0% |
| Manufacturing | 13.3% |
| Public Admin | 12.5% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 7 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Fast Food | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Convenience Stores | 4 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Commercial Banks | 4 |
| Law Offices | 4 |
| Grocery Stores | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
