Dawson township, Missouri
Dawson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Dawson township is a geographic entity located in Phelps County, Missouri. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 659. The land area covers 40.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | ±232 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.6 yrs | ±17.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 262 | ±75 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 302 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 262 | ±75 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 40 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $237,500 | ±$40,224 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,591 | ±$21,836 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,774 | ±$31,062 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 24 | ±37 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±8.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 300 | ±116 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.3% | ±0.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 45,672 (2024)
ID: 168760
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PHELPS COUNTY CLERK
200 N MAIN ST, STE 102, ROLLA MO 65401-3070
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BELLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BELLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | CUBA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CUBA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | CUBA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ROLLA, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ST JAMES, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BLAND, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Missouri University of Science and Technology
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College | 14.8 mi away | 206 Parker Hall, 300 W.13th Street, Rolla, MO, 65409 |
5733414111
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JAMES MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 300 W SCIOTO ST, ST. JAMES, MO, 65559 |
(573) 265-7211
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Salem College of Hairstyling
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College Vocational | 15.7 mi away | 1051 Kings Hwy, Suite #1, Rolla, MO, 65401 |
5733683136
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CUBA-RECKLEIN MEMORIAL BRANCH
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 305 N SMITH ST, CUBA, MO, 65453 |
(573) 885-3431
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ROLLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 900 PINE ST, ROLLA, MO, 65401 |
(573) 364-2604
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HEARTLAND REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM BELLE BRANCH
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 206 B S ALVARADO ST, BELLE, MO, 65013 |
(573) 859-6285
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STEELVILLE MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 210 S FOURTH ST, STEELVILLE, MO, 65565 |
(573) 775-2338
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OWENSVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 503 OLIVE STREET, OWENSVILLE, MO, 65066 |
(573) 299-0006
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BOURBON BRANCH
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 575 ELM ST, BOURBON, MO, 65441 |
(573) 732-3277
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MARIES COUNTY LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER - VIENNA
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 315 THIRD ST, VIENNA, MO, 65582 |
(573) 422-9866
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at VICHY ROLLA NATIONAL AP, MO US, located 10.5 miles from Dawson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.8° | 22.4° | 31.6° | 2.22" | — |
| February | 45.9° | 26.3° | 36.1° | 2.06" | — |
| March | 56.3° | 34.9° | 45.6° | 3.40" | — |
| April | 67.0° | 44.6° | 55.8° | 4.71" | — |
| May | 74.9° | 54.4° | 64.7° | 5.35" | — |
| June | 83.1° | 63.1° | 73.1° | 4.46" | — |
| July | 87.9° | 67.0° | 77.4° | 4.43" | — |
| August | 87.0° | 65.6° | 76.3° | 3.66" | — |
| September | 79.1° | 57.5° | 68.3° | 3.81" | — |
| October | 67.8° | 46.4° | 57.1° | 3.21" | — |
| November | 54.9° | 35.2° | 45.1° | 3.45" | — |
| December | 44.3° | 26.6° | 35.4° | 2.31" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Lake CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| St. James city | City | 7.2 mi | — |
| Cuba city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
| Bland city | City | 14.0 mi | — |
| Rolla city | City | 14.7 mi | — |
| Belle city | City | 14.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2916118514. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.