Dawson, Iowa
Dawson: Human settlement in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America
About
Dawson is a city located in the county of Dallas in the U.S. state of Iowa. Its population at the 2010 census was 131 and a population density of 102 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 127 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Dawson
| Population : | 127 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Iowa (United States) |
| County : | Dallas County |
| Postal code : | 50066 |
| Area : | 1.28 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,037 feet / 316 meters |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 13:29:22 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 99 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -3.15% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Dawson is located at 41°50'34"N 94°13'21"W (41.8427600, -94.2224600).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Dawson decreased by 3.15% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 131 | - | census |
| 2011 | 135 | 2.96% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 136 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 137 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 134 | -2.24% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 128 | -4.69% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 127 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 124 | -2.42% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 123 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 126 | 2.38% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 127 | 0.79% | estimation process |
Schools in Dawson
College & universities near Dawson, IA
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 367024 | Purdue University Global-Des Moines | Urbandale (IA) | 50323-5702 |
| 153764 | La James International College-Johnston | Johnston (IA) | 50131 |
| 475015 | Aveda Institute-Des Moines | West Des Moines (IA) | 50266 |
| 153597 | Iowa School of Beauty-Des Moines | Des Moines (IA) | 50322-3203 |
| 153320 | Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary | Ankeny (IA) | 50023-2152 |
Stations (2)
Amtrak & bus stations near Dawson, IA
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRN | Creston | Pine and Adams Avenue | RAIL |
| OSC | Osceola | Main & East Clay Streets | RAIL |
Post offices near Dawson
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dawson Post Office | Dawson (IA) | 50066 |
| Jamaica Post Office | Jamaica (IA) | 50128 |
| Rippey Post Office | Rippey (IA) | 50235 |
| Perry Post Office | Perry (IA) | 50220 |
| Yal Post Office | Yale (IA) | 50277 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Dawson , Georgia city in and the county seat of Terrell County, Georgia, United States with a population of 4,124 people.
- Dawson , Minnesota human settlement in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 1,378 people.
- Dawson , Texas town of the United States with a population of 798 people.
- Dawson , Illinois village in the United States with a population of 478 people.
- Dawson , Pennsylvania borough of Pennsylvania with a population of 343 people.
- Dawson , Nebraska location in Nebraska, USA with a population of 135 people.
- Dawson , North Dakota city in North Dakota, United States with a population of 63 people.
Other cities in Dallas County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Dallas County , IA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Waukee | 26,166 | City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Perry | 7,896 | City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States |
| Adel | 5,607 | City in Iowa |
| Dallas Center | 1,822 | City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Granger | 1,631 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Woodward | 1,472 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Van Meter | 1,342 | Township in Dallas County, Iowa |
| De Soto | 1,061 | Human settlement in Dallas County, Iowa, United States of America |
| Redfield | 832 | City in Dallas County, Iowa |
| Dexter | 598 | City in Dallas County, Iowa, United States |
| Minburn | 357 | City in Iowa, United States |
| Linden | 214 | Town in Dallas County, Iowa, USA |
| Bouton | 125 | City in Iowa, United States |
