Dawson is a city located in Terrell County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 3.7 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 355 ft. With a population of approximately 5,058 residents, Dawson offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.43% males and 54.57% females, and it has a population density of 374.46 people per square mile (530.68/km²). Dawson lies at a latitude of 31.77 and a longitude of -84.44, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.7%), followed by English (4.7%), German (1.1%), and Scotch-Irish (1.6%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 31742.