Dobson township, North Carolina
Dobson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Dobson township is a geographic entity located in Surry County, North Carolina. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,810. The land area covers 68.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,810 | ±779 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,245 | ±267 | 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 | 3,630 | ±285 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,245 | ±267 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 385 | ±144 |
| Median Home Value | $164,900 | ±$13,973 |
| Median Gross Rent | $689 | ±$52 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,750 | ±$6,848 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,162 | ±$4,427 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.9% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,006 | ±335 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.1% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,753 | ±453 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.5% | ±4.7% |
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: 71,547 (2024)
ID: 211405
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE OFFICER
118 HAMBY RD, DOBSON NC 27017-8471
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Dobson | 06-08 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Dobson | PK-05 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Dobson | PK-05 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Dobson | PK-05 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Dobson | 09-12 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Dobson | 09-13 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Dobson | KG-12 | Dobson, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-07 | Ararat, VA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Boonville, NC | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Mount Airy, NC |
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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Surry Community College
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College | 1.0 mi away | 630 S. Main St., Dobson, NC, 27017-8432 |
33638681213264
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DOBSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 113 CRUTCHFIELD ST, DOBSON, NC, 27017 |
(336) 386-8208
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LOWGAP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 5210 W PINE ST, LOWGAP, NC, 27024 |
(336) 352-3000
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MOUNT AIRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 145 ROCKFORD ST, MOUNT AIRY, NC, 27030 |
(336) 789-5108
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BOONVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 121 W MAIN ST, BOONVILLE, NC, 27011 |
(336) 367-7737
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ELKIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 111 N FRONT ST, ELKIN, NC, 28621 |
(336) 835-5586
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JONESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 150 W MAIN ST, JONESVILLE, NC, 28642 |
(336) 835-7604
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CHARLES H. STONE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 319 W MAIN ST, PILOT MOUNTAIN, NC, 27041 |
(336) 368-2370
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EAST BEND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 420 FLINT HILL RD, EAST BEND, NC, 27018 |
(336) 699-3890
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YADKIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 233 E MAIN ST, YADKINVILLE, NC, 27055 |
(336) 679-8792
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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 MT AIRY 2 W, NC US, located 8.0 miles from Dobson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.0° | 24.8° | 35.9° | 3.99" | 3.1" |
| February | 50.7° | 26.7° | 38.7° | 3.14" | 2.2" |
| March | 58.4° | 32.6° | 45.5° | 4.19" | 1.2" |
| April | 68.5° | 40.7° | 54.6° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.0° | 50.4° | 63.2° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.1° | 58.9° | 71.0° | 4.95" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 63.3° | 74.8° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.0° | 62.1° | 73.5° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.3° | 55.7° | 67.5° | 4.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.9° | 43.1° | 56.5° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| November | 59.3° | 32.5° | 45.9° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| December | 49.9° | 27.5° | 38.7° | 4.20" | 1.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dobson town | Town | 0.3 mi | — |
| White Plains CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Toast CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| Mount Airy city | City | 9.9 mi | — |
| Flat Rock CDP | CDP | 11.1 mi | — |
| Boonville town | Town | 11.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3717190908. • 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.