Dawsonville, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,147 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,550 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$327,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$896 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dawson County
2
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dawson County
2
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 40
Feb 5 0 44
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 4 0 59
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 77
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 4 0 51
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 79% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (81%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 3%

Schools

Dawson County Junior High
1 miles, S 2.3 star
Robinson Elementary School
1 miles, SE 3.2 star
Dawson County High School
2 miles, S 4.1 star
Dawson Christian Academy
4 miles, S 5 star

Colleges

University of North Georgia
10 miles, E 2.3 star
Brenau University
20 miles, SE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Northside Hospital Forsyth
18 miles, SW 5 star
Piedmont Mountainside Hospital Inc
18 miles, NW 4.1 star
Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc
20 miles, SE 3.2 star
Northside Hospital Cherokee
24 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Lovell Field
74 miles, NW 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
95 miles, NE 2.3 star