ZIP Code 39842 — Dawson, GA

TERRELL | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 39842 in Dawson, GA has a population of 7,831 with a median household income of $43,871 and a median home value of $117,200 . The cost of living index is 50.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
7,831
Median Age
40.80
Male
3,949
Female
3,882

Race & Ethnicity

White
33.3%
Black
63.3%
Hispanic
2.7%
Asian
0.1%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
1.0%
Other
2.3%

Income

Median Household
$43,871
Mean Household
$67,040
Per Capita
$24,806
Below Poverty
36.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$117,200
Median Rent
$746
Total Units
3,674
Occupied
2,912
Owner Occupied
58.5%
Renter Occupied
41.6%
Median Year Built
1978
Vacant
762

Education

High School or Higher 80.4%
Bachelor's or Higher 13.0%
Graduate Degree 6.9%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
3,025
Unemployment
4.6%
Drive Alone
63.6%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
14.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

50.0
National average = 100. Below average by 50.0%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 39842?

ZIP code 39842 (Dawson, GA) has a total population of 7,831 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 39842?

The median household income in ZIP code 39842 is $43,871 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 39842 in?

ZIP code 39842 is primarily located in Dawson, Georgia (GA).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 39842?

The median home value in ZIP code 39842 is $117,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 39842?

The median age in ZIP code 39842 is 40.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.