Dawson County, Georgia Housing Market
In Dawson County, Georgia, the median home value is $406,700, with a median monthly rent of $1,626. This places Dawson County at #277 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #7 within Georgia.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $822
- Establishments: 1,024
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,069
- Multi-family: 0
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 11,676 (avg $96,241)
- Outflow: 10,344 (avg $96,098)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 2 active ZIP codes in Dawson County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30536 | 324.7 | +8.21% | 2025 |
| 2 | 30533 | 246.7 | +2.97% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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📝 Editor's Insight
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How Dawson County Compares
| Metric | Dawson County | Georgia Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $406,700 | $197,932 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,626 | $965 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 78.7% | 70.6% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 20.8 | 16.6 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Dawson County is 105.5% above the Georgia state average and 78.6% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,626/month is 68.5% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 20.8, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Dawson County has an owner-occupancy rate of 78.7%, compared to 70.6% in Georgia and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mecklenburg County | North Carolina | $406,800 | $1,627 |
| Cobb County | Georgia | $407,200 | $1,730 |
| St. Mary's County | Maryland | $407,600 | $1,747 |
| Stillwater County | Montana | $405,800 | $961 |
| Benton County | Washington | $407,800 | $1,306 |
Other Counties in Georgia
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobb County | $407,200 | $1,730 | 67.0% |
| Greene County | $394,800 | $924 | 77.9% |
| Gwinnett County | $380,900 | $1,810 | 66.3% |
| Cherokee County | $435,100 | $1,799 | 77.3% |
| Fayette County | $436,400 | $1,898 | 80.1% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-13. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).