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Cave Spring, GA

Georgia · Floyd County · Rome Metro

Cave Spring is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,148. Residents earn $47,560 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,148 Population 313/sq mi density
$47,560 Median Income $23,972 per capita
$150,700 Home Value $243,318 Zillow
$846 Median Rent 34.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,560 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$150,700 home value, $846/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,560
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,700
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $846
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

How Cave Spring Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,148
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,560
Per Capita$23,972
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$5,687M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,700
Rent$846
Ownership59.7%
Zillow$243,318
Housing Units514
Rent Burden34.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,698/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary174/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking17.4%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Cave Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cave Spring receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Cave Spring offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cave Spring is $47,560, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cave Spring is $150,700, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cave Spring is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,698 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cave Spring enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Cave Spring has a population of 1,148 with a density of 313 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.8% female and 44.2% male. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 10.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.5% of residents. 11.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 22.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,148
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cave Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cave Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cave Spring is $47,560, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,972 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $957, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,448 business establishments, including 196 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cave Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,560
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,972
Avg Weekly Wage$957
IRS Avg AGI$69,651
Gini Index0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,448
County GDP$5,687M

Business (County)

Restaurants196
Healthcare356
Retail393
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cave Spring is $150,700, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,318, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $846 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,023 for a one-bedroom to $1,203 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 514 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $4,755 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,700
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,318

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$846
27% below US avg
Rent Burden34.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.7%
Owner-Occupied59.7%
Renter-Occupied40.3%
Housing Units514
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,755
36% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Cave Spring, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 35.2% have high blood pressure. 17.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.7% report binge drinking. 26.7% are physically inactive. 23.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.0% experience frequent mental distress. 13.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:743. The dentist ratio is 1:2,617. 75.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cave Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Primary Care1:743
Dentists1:2,617
Mental Health1:603
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death11,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities356
Cave Spring has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,698 per 100,000, 38% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,263, burglary at 174, vehicle theft at 261 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cave Spring receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Cave Spring vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,698.0/100K
38% above US avg
Burglary174.1/100K
Theft2,262.8/100K
Vehicle Theft261.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Cave Spring enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 676 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates34.1086°N, 85.3397°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyFloyd County County
Nearest AirportRichard B Russell Regional - J H Towers Field (RMG)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.8"
39% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.54"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.23"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.0 / 100
Community Resilience44.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

81 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Feb 25, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 51 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 106 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 106 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 143 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 83 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 97 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 57 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 125 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 46 km
Jan 15, 1993 1 km N of Apison, Tennessee M3.1 107 km
Jun 23, 2008 10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia M3.1 102 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 49 km
Oct 30, 1991 9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M3.1 106 km
Nov 1, 2009 1 km ESE of South Cleveland, Tennessee M3.0 123 km
Sep 13, 2011 1 km NNW of Leeds, Alabama M3.0 128 km
Jan 21, 2022 16 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M2.9 111 km
Jul 28, 1990 3 km WNW of Varnell, Georgia M2.9 95 km
May 19, 1997 9 km NNW of Trion, Georgia M2.9 57 km
Aug 7, 2006 8 km NNE of Trenton, Georgia M2.9 93 km
Sep 19, 1990 6 km NNW of Menlo, Georgia M2.9 50 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Michael (2018, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Michael Category 1 261 km
1995 Opal Category 1 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

539 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 163 fatalities, 1,926 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 67 km 25
Mar 25, 2021 EF4 96 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 82 km 14
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 92 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 86 km 20
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 43 km 0
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 78 km 1
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 86 km 22
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 29 km 3
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 65 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 51 km 9
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 97 km 6
May 19, 1973 EF4 55 km 0
May 8, 2024 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 25, 2021 EF3 84 km 6
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 93 km 2
Mar 19, 2018 EF3 63 km 0
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 76 km 4
Apr 28, 2014 EF3 65 km 0
Jan 30, 2013 EF3 44 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,740 ac, 2014).

Year Name Acres Distance
2014 UNNAMED 7,740 42 km
2013 UNNAMED 6,320 45 km
2016 UNNAMED 5,844 36 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,199 97 km
2014 HOUCK CREEK 3,857 46 km
2022 SC 540C/CHOCCOLOCCO 3,750 36 km
2020 SC WEST END C AND D 3,538 42 km
2010 UPPER SHOAL 3,512 40 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,410 43 km
1998 CHEAHA WILDERNESS 3,299 90 km
2018 HOUCK CREEK 3,188 47 km
2007 PENTECOST 3,095 32 km
2010 BANKHEAD I 3,027 52 km
2017 UNNAMED 2,871 95 km
2024 AL-MLR UNITS 2/3 RX 2,836 56 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,777 52 km
2019 TL BUNN 2,688 89 km
1987 STATEC0045 2,669 44 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,667 95 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,642 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 5.1 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 5.3 in
May 67°F (20°C) 4.5 in
June 74°F (24°C) 4.3 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in
September 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Driest
November 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in

Cave Spring has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and October the driest (3.2").

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Cave Spring is located in Floyd County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 21.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 70.7% of the vote, a 42-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 356 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 42 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.14
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi
CountyFloyd County County

Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Avg Download Speed140.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed38.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities356
Restaurants196
Retail Stores393

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%
Average costs for common services in Cave Spring. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit $193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement $193 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair $963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement $8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested) $14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense $4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation $482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation $2,408 ($963–$4,815)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter $193 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$619
Toddler$576
Preschool$553
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$563
Toddler$485
Preschool$489
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Floyd County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,918 353 $68,239 1.42
Manufacturing 6,282 112 $67,772 1.74
Administrative & Waste Services 6,135 140 $20,517 2.37
Accommodation & Food Services 4,529 232 $23,850 1.13
Retail Trade 4,370 402 $32,235 1.00
Transportation & Warehousing 1,382 64 $47,928 0.74
Educational Services 1,168 22 $53,987 1.29
Wholesale Trade 1,160 81 $69,903 0.67
Construction 854 151 $57,631 0.37
Other Services 751 162 $40,065 0.57
Finance & Insurance 704 113 $75,600 0.40
Arts & Entertainment 347 29 $30,252 0.47
Utilities 268 7 $122,945 1.61
Real Estate 250 80 $54,177 0.37
Information & Technology 246 24 $66,664 0.30
Unclassified 66 121 $68,638 1.08

Radio Stations near Cave Spring

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Cave Spring

2 campgrounds found near Cave Spring.

NameRatingSitesPrice
POCKET PICNIC SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $35
Pocket Campground 4.2/5 26 $15

National Parks Near Cave Spring

22 national parks and monuments found near Cave Spring.

ParkTypeFee
Buck's Pocket State Park State Park Free
Bush Head Shoals State Park State Park Free
Cathedral Caverns State Park State Park Free
Chattahoochee Bend State Park State Park Free
Cheaha State Park State Park Free
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park National Military Park $10
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
Desoto State Park State Park Free
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Fort Mountain State Park State Park Free
Freedom Riders National Monument National Monument Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park State Park Free
John Tanner State Park State Park Free
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park $5
Lake Guntersville State Park State Park Free
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Red Clay State Park Free
Russell Cave National Monument National Monument Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Cave Spring

26 trails found near Cave Spring.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI NRT 27.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLUE HORSE TRAIL 17.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI 16.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YELLOW HORSE TRAIL 12.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 11.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EAST ARMUCHEE TRAIL 6.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WHEAT TRAIL 5.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINHOTI NRT 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOBLOLLY TRAIL 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WHITE HORSE TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED HORSE TRAIL 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DRY CREEK TRAIL 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOUNT JOY TRAIL 3.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
POCKET 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURKEY TRAIL 2.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINHOTI NRT 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI NRT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SADDLEHORN TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
POCKET TRAIL CONNECTOR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRIDLE TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
STIRRUP TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LOBLOLLY SPUR TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CREEKSIDE TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
POCKET TRAIL SPUR 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Cave Spring

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MARTHA BERRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7063686789$124,012,960
INSTITUTE FOR NORTHWEST GEORGIA HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM7062358051$138,688
CHIEFTAINS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM501 RIVERSIDE PARKWAY NORTHEAST7062919494$126,034
CAVE SPRING HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION13 OLD CEDARTOWN RD7067778865$93,550
FORT ATTAWAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAK HILL & THE MARTHA BERRY MUSEUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2277 MARTHA BERRY HWY NW
OAK HILL AND MARTHA BERRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2277 MARTHA BERRY HWY NW7062325374
OAK HILL AND THE MARTHA BERRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2277 MARTHA BERRY HWY NW7062325374
SHORTER UNIVERSITY�S ARNOLD ART GALLERYART MUSEUM

Libraries in Cave Spring

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SARA HIGHTOWER REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM205 RIVERSIDE PARKWAY NE0.0416,339

Farmers Markets in Cave Spring

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ridge Ferry Park Farmer's Market393 Riverside Pkwy05/31/2014 to 10/04/2014Wed: 7:00 AM-10:00 AM;Sat: 7:00 AM-10:00 AM;YesVisit

Pharmacies in Cave Spring

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CAVE SPRING PHARMACY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 26 ROME ROAD SOUTHWEST 706-777-9950
CLINE HEALTH MART PHARMACY 1 ALABAMA STREET 706-777-3373

Cell Towers in Cave Spring

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
554 MCKIBBEN ROAD (72040)GTOWER147
431 Gadsden Road SW (72032)LTOWER98
192 KNIGHT RDTOWER79
192 KNIGHT RDTOWER79
6100 ALABAMA HIGHWAY NORTHWEST (40471)LTOWER75
376 MILLER MOUNTAIN RDTOWER70
376 MILLER MOUNTAIN RDTOWER70

Fire Stations in Cave Spring

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cave Spring Fire and Rescue Department123 Fincher STVolunteer706-777-3384

Bridges in Cave Spring

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete19282204,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19872404,900F
CulvertConcrete1930444,620G
CulvertConcrete1928463,983F
CulvertConcrete1928453,983F
Tee BeamConcrete1928533,733F
CulvertConcrete1928243,733F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20136302,320G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19742801,950G
Tee BeamConcrete19661201,660G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19553801,600F
Tee BeamConcrete1967991,530F
CulvertConcrete1965611,300G
CulvertConcrete1948291,200G
CulvertSteel195929910G
CulvertConcrete195066420F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1980320410G
CulvertConcrete199350370G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1958133366F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1989180350F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193528330F
CulvertSteel195533310F
Tee BeamConcrete1959170267F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199540258G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199520258G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195432210F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1969198200G
Tee BeamConcrete1969140200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194845170F
CulvertSteel200530160G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199530155G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196146143F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1983220130F
SlabConcrete19454195F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19892490G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202013050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19353125F

Airports Near Cave Spring

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anniston Regional AirportANBMedium Airport
Cobb County International Airport-McCollum FieldMedium Airport
Richard B Russell AirportRMGMedium Airport
AllredSmall Airport
Andy Fields AirportSmall Airport
Ayresouth AirportSmall Airport
Barwick Lafayette AirportSmall Airport
Brownstone AirparkSmall Airport
C&R Farm AirportSmall Airport
Cartersville AirportSmall Airport
Centre-Piedmont-Cherokee County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Chattahoochee Air ParkSmall Airport
Clint Odom AirportSmall Airport
Cloudmont AirparkSmall Airport
Dalton Municipal AirportDNNSmall Airport
Dawson FieldSmall Airport
Diamond R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Earl L. Small Jr. Field/Stockmar AirportSmall Airport
Edwards Farm AirportSmall Airport
Erlen AirportSmall Airport
Etowah Bend GliderportSmall Airport
Etowah Fields AirportSmall Airport
Falcons Aerie AirportSmall Airport
Flying BK Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Tigers Winery & Resort AirportSmall Airport
Flying W Farms AirportSmall Airport
Flylander Farm AirportSmall Airport
Fox Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Fricks Field AirportSmall Airport
Gibson FieldSmall Airport
Gum Creek AirportSmall Airport
Headquarters AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Grove STOLportSmall Airport
Hogjowl AirportSmall Airport
Isbell FieldSmall Airport
Karlovich AirportSmall Airport
Kolibri AirportSmall Airport
Leon's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Little AirportSmall Airport
Lucky Lairds Landing AirportSmall Airport
Lyons Landing AirportSmall Airport
McIntosh FieldSmall Airport
Miller Farm AirportSmall Airport
Moore AirportSmall Airport
Mount Cove STOLportSmall Airport
Northeast Alabama Regional AirportGADSmall Airport
Panther Creek AirportSmall Airport
Pinewood AirportSmall Airport
Polk County Airport- Cornelius Moore FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cave Spring

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cedartown Police Department
Georgia State Patrol Office
Polk County Police Department
Polk County Sheriffs Office
Rome Police Department375 Technology Parkway

Grocery Stores in Cave Spring

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Cave Spring UsaConvenience Store15 Rome Rd SW
Chevron Food MartConvenience Store2382 Gadsden Rd SW
Citgo Food MartConvenience Store5646 Alabama Hwy NW
Dollar General 25388Other5535 Blacks Bluff Rd SW
Dollar General 4703Other5 Turner Bend Rd SW
DOLLAR GENERAL 8671Other19 Rome Rd SW
Evans Truck StopConvenience Store5680 Alabama Hwy NW
Foster Mill FoodmartConvenience Store3264 Fosters Mill Rd SW
Kcs Super MarketSupermarket10 Rome Rd SW
Legacy MartConvenience Store19 Cedartown St SW
Rozy Food MartConvenience Store2406 Gadsden Rd SW

Post Offices in Cave Spring

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cave Spring Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cave Spring

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Floyd Behavioral HealthBoth706-509-3500
Highland Health Rivers - SAIOPSubstance Abuse706-291-7201
Murphy/Harpst Childrens Centers IncBoth770-748-1500 x205
New Horizons Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse706-233-9603

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cave Spring

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CAVE SPRING UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ALABAMA STPO BOX 305
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CAVE SPRING4 CEDARTOWN ST SW
STATE LINE BAPTIST CHURCH8536 BLACKS BLUFF RD SW

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UFO Sightings
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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cave Spring

What is the population of Cave Spring?

Cave Spring has a population of 1,148 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 313 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.8% female and 44.2% male.

Is Cave Spring expensive to live in?

Cave Spring has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,560, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $150,700 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cave Spring safe?

Cave Spring is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,698 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cave Spring receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cave Spring?

Cave Spring enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Cave Spring?

Cave Spring has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $957. There are 2,448 business establishments in the area, including 196 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cave Spring?

The median home value in Cave Spring is $150,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,318. For renters, the median monthly rent is $846. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,755.

How are the schools in Cave Spring?

Schools in Cave Spring score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.4% of adults in Cave Spring hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cave Spring?

The obesity rate in Cave Spring is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.4% of adults are smokers. 26.7% are physically inactive. 23.9% of residents report depression. 13.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 75.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:743.

What is transportation like in Cave Spring?

The average commute in Cave Spring is 30 minutes. 79.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cave Spring?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cave Spring is 82.7% White, 10.8% Black or African American, 3.8% Hispanic or Latino. 99.5% of residents speak only English at home. 11.9% of the population are military veterans. 22.5% of residents have a disability. 91.0% have health insurance coverage.

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