Dawson County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,553, reflecting a -1.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Dawson County is the 27th largest county in Montana. The 2010 population was 8,952 and has grown -4.46% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43 years
Female: 43.5 years
Male: 42.2 years
There are 6,942 adults, (1,868 of whom are seniors) in Dawson County.
Female: 4,214 (47.7%)
Male: 4,613 (52.3%)
The racial composition of Dawson County includes 92.76% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, other race, Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,188 | 92.76% |
| Two or more races | 351 | 3.98% |
| Native American | 119 | 1.35% |
| Other race | 101 | 1.14% |
| Asian | 29 | 0.33% |
| Black or African American | 23 | 0.26% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 16 | 0.18% |
Dawson County 's average per capita income is $42,637. Household income levels show a median of $71,334. The poverty rate stands at 8.71%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $105,926 | - |
| Families | $95,709 | $112,332 |
| Households | $71,334 | $87,555 |
| Non Families | $46,622 | $45,813 |
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