Dawson County's 2026 population is estimated at 24,876, reflecting a 0.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Dawson County is the 13th largest county in Nebraska. The 2010 population was 24,302 and has grown 2.36% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.6 years
Female: 35.8 years
Male: 35.5 years
There are 17,479 adults, (4,003 of whom are seniors) in Dawson County.
Female: 11,630 (48.1%)
Male: 12,572 (51.9%)
The racial composition of Dawson County includes 59.16% White, 17.71% other race, 7.25% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,319 | 59.16% |
| Other race | 4,285 | 17.71% |
| Two or more races | 3,476 | 14.36% |
| Black or African American | 1,754 | 7.25% |
| Asian | 198 | 0.82% |
| Native American | 135 | 0.56% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 35 | 0.14% |
Dawson County 's average per capita income is $46,895. Household income levels show a median of $69,880. The poverty rate stands at 10.82%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,972 | - |
| Families | $84,280 | $109,893 |
| Households | $69,880 | $92,897 |
| Non Families | $40,926 | $47,773 |
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