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Dahlonega, GA
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Dahlonega, GA
At a Glance
How Dahlonega Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dahlonega's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dahlonega a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dahlonega residents earn a median household income of $74,500 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,558. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 711 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dahlonega is $409,100 , 45% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $375,342. Median rent is $1,290/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1999.
Safety & Crime
Dahlonega reports 348 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,202/100K.
Education
49.4% of adults in Dahlonega hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dahlonega has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.