Demographic Profile

A clear feature of Dawson’s demography is that it consistently gains residents in their 20s. Like a university town, Dawson has a high capacity to attract young adults. Usually these residents migrate to Dawson seeking adventure and a unique experience. These individuals, particularly those in their late 20s, have a high potential to settle long term and start families, thereby increasing the population. In addition to gaining residents in their 20s, Dawson has a moderate tendency to gain residents in their 40s; causes for this gain are unknown.

Although in-migration of residents in their 20s is strong, past census information also shows the out-migration of residents in their 30s, suggesting that as these residents age they move away. Population decline is also seen from residents in their 50s. Causes for this out-migration may vary.