Dawson, NE County is a vibrant community with a population of 24,031 and a population density of 23 people per square mile. The local businesses consist of downtown restaurants, small boutiques, and family-owned stores. There are plenty of year-round outdoor activities for the whole family to enjoy including camping, fishing, hiking trails in nearby parks and nature reserves. Other organizations in the area include 4-H Clubs and the Dawson County Historical Society while local sporting events include high school football games at the community stadium. With its rich history, friendly people and warm atmosphere there is something for everyone to enjoy in this lovely county.
The population in Dawson County is 24,031. There are 24 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Dawson County is 36, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Dawson County is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Dawson County
- 56.6% are married
- 9.7% are divorced
- 32.7% are married with children
- 17.8% have children, but are single
Race in Dawson County
- 60.0% are White
- 5.7% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 33.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.6% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander