Dawson County, MT is located in east-central Montana and has a population of 8,309 according to the 2018 census. It was established in 1914 from parts of Custer and Prairie counties. Dawson County is comprised mainly of open plains and rolling hills; agriculture is the main industry, with wheat being the dominant crop. The county seat is Glendive, which serves as an economic hub for the region. Oil drilling also takes place here along with tourism due to attractions such as Makoshika State Park.