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Dawsonville, GA
Georgia · Dawson County · Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro
Dawsonville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 4,147. Residents earn $86,550 per year, which is 15% above the national average.
3.5
/5.0
B+
Good
4,147
Population
432/sq mi density
$86,550
Median Income
$34,372 per capita
$327,800
Home Value
$436,833 Zillow
$994
Median Rent
27.9% income on rent
60°F
Avg Temperature
301 sunny days/yr
106
Violent Crime/100K
6,989 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,550 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$327,800 home value, $994/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
106 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$86,550
15% higher than US avg
Home Value
$327,800
16% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
106/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$994
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.7%
70% lower than US avg
How Dawsonville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,147
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.0%
Economy
A+Median Income$86,550
Per Capita$34,372
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,551M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+Home Value$327,800
Rent$994
Ownership69.5%
Zillow$436,833
Housing Units1,488
Rent Burden27.9%
Crime
FViolent106/100K
Property6,989/100K
Health
Obesity32.8%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking14.4%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,324 ft (404 m)
Education
B+Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.61
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband94.6%
EV Stations9
Libraries2
Is Dawsonville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Dawsonville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Dawsonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Dawsonville is $86,550, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Dawsonville is $327,800, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $994 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Dawsonville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,989 per 100,000, 257% above the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Dawsonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
Dawsonville has a population of 4,147 with a density of 432 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.6% female and 54.4% male. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 2% Hispanic, 2.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.2% of residents, while 7.8% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.6% have health insurance coverage.
Population
4,147
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
8.2mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Dawsonville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Dawsonville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Dawsonville is $86,550, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,372 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $821, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,030 business establishments, including 90 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 21.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Dawsonville vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $86,550 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,372 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $821 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,299 |
| Gini Index | 0.412 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,030 |
| County GDP | $1,551M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 64 |
| Retail | 218 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,274 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 96.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.30% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.2% |
| Work from Home | 21.6% |
Walkability
The median home value in Dawsonville is $327,800, 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $436,833, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $994 (15% 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. 69.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,488 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2006. The average annual property tax is $4,274 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $327,800 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $436,833 |
| Median List Price | $408,495 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $408,495 |
| $/Sq Ft | $193 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.8% |
| Price Drops | 27.1% |
| Inventory | 59 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $994 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,083 |
| Rent Burden | 27.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,488 |
| Median Year Built | 2006 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,274 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.30% |
In Dawsonville, 32.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 23.8% are physically inactive. 23.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,500. The dentist ratio is 1:2,153. 89.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.7 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Dawsonville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.4% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Short Sleep | 33.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| Uninsured | 11.5% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,500 |
| Dentists | 1:2,153 |
| Mental Health | 1:992 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Dental Visits | 62.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,319/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
Dawsonville has a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,989 per 100,000, 257% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Dawsonville receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Dawsonville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 106.2/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 6,988.7/100K |
| 257% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Traffic Accidents | 130 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.6 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Dawsonville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°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 56.4 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 1,324 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 301 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,324 ft (404 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 432/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4337°N, 84.1244°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Dawson County County |
| Nearest Airport | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) 58 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0427 ppm |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 21.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 66.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.2 in |
Dawsonville has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.5") and June the driest (4.1").
Dawsonville is located in Dawson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 34.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 82.4% of the vote, a 65.3-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 64 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.8% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 65.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Traffic Accidents | 130 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.6 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.6% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.2% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 8.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.61 |
B+
Education Grade (3.8/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 432/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| County | Dawson County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 94.6% |
| Avg Download Speed | 86.3 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 46.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 9 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Retail Stores | 218 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 72.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.2% |
| Work from Home | 21.6% |
Average costs for common services in Dawsonville. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 Dawson County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 3,127 | 186 | $31,883 | 2.75 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 2,569 | 103 | $25,341 | 2.48 |
| Manufacturing | 977 | 34 | $58,865 | 1.04 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 638 | 73 | $52,714 | 0.39 |
| Construction | 548 | 112 | $77,413 | 0.92 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 378 | 103 | $70,879 | 0.48 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 315 | 21 | $22,510 | 1.64 |
| Wholesale Trade | 298 | 34 | $49,157 | 0.66 |
| Other Services | 296 | 80 | $40,922 | 0.86 |
| Finance & Insurance | 254 | 52 | $111,024 | 0.55 |
| Real Estate | 103 | 40 | $56,788 | 0.58 |
| Information & Technology | 54 | 14 | $47,706 | 0.25 |
| Educational Services | 47 | 11 | $46,843 | 0.20 |
| Unclassified | 34 | 58 | $51,069 | 2.14 |
Schools in Dawsonville
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn Elementary School | Elementary | 778 | 55 | 14.1:1 |
| Dawson County High School | High | 773 | 54 | 14.3:1 |
| Dawson County Junior High | — | 645 | 37 | 17.4:1 |
| Robinson Elementary School | Elementary | 630 | 37 | 17.0:1 |
| Dawson County Middle School | Middle | 555 | 35 | 15.9:1 |
| Riverview Elementary School | Elementary | 438 | 32 | 13.7:1 |
| Black's Mill Elementary School | Elementary | 433 | 32 | 13.5:1 |
| Kilough Elementary School | Elementary | 432 | 29 | 14.9:1 |
Radio Stations near Dawsonville
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO CAFE LEPA ( EEUU.) fono +16787704169 DJ MONKEY | alternative rock, classic rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| MSBN FM 99.1 | christian contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Classic Soul 1075 | classic soul, neo soul | MP3 128 kbps | |
| New Country 101 FIVE | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| News/Talk 550 WDUN | news, talk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WAZX 101.9 FM | regional mexican | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Mountain Town FM | blues, eclectic | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Dawsonville
32 campgrounds found near Dawsonville.
National Parks Near Dawsonville
24 national parks and monuments found near Dawsonville.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Amicalola Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | $5 |
| Don Carter State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fort Yargo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hard Labor Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harrison Bay State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hiwassee/Ocoee | State Park | Free |
| Hiwassee/Ocoee | State Park | Free |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | National Battlefield Park | $5 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Moccasin Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mossy Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| North Oconee River Greenway | State Park | Free |
| Panola Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Red Clay | State Park | Free |
| Scott Hudgens Park | State Park | Free |
| Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park | State Park | Free |
| Sweetwater Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tallulah Gorge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Unicoi State Park | State Park | Free |
| Victoria Bryant State Park | State Park | Free |
| Vogel State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Dawsonville
206+ trails found near Dawsonville.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BENTON MACKAYE | 46.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DUNCAN RIDGE | 21.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BENTON MACKAYE | 14.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TOCCOA CANOE TRAIL | 13.4 | WATER | — | — | — |
| CONASAUGA RIVER | 11.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DUNCAN RIDGE | 9.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COOSA BACKCOUNTRY | 8.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HICKORY CREEK | 8.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN APPROACH TRAIL | 8.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| EAST COWPEN | 6.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| BEAR CREEK | 6.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HIKE INN LODGE | 5.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DAVENPORT MT ATV | 5.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BENTON MACKAYE | 5.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FLAT CREEK LOOP | 5.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| STANLEY GAP | 4.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| WAGON TRAIN | 4.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JACKS RIVER | 4.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MOUNTAINTOWN CREEK | 4.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BULL MOUNTAIN | 4.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| ROUGH RIDGE | 4.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| SMITH CREEK TRAIL | 4.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JAKE MOUNTAIN TRAIL | 4.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BARE HARE TRAIL | 4.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| JAKE/BULL CONNECTOR TRAIL | 3.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TEAR BRITCHES | 3.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COOSA BACKCOUNTRY | 3.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FDR-872 JONES CREEK DAM TRAIL | 3.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ARKAQUAH | 3.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| YELLOW MOUNTAIN | 3.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BLACK BRANCH TRAIL | 3.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ROUNDTOP MOUNTAIN | 3.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PANTHER CREEK | 3.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SOUTH FORK | 2.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NELSON COVE | 2.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| GREEN MOUNTAIN | 2.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| LANCE CREEK TRAIL | 2.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| JACKS KNOB | 2.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NICHOLSON GAP | 2.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOCKERY LAKE | 2.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MILL SHOALS TRAIL | 2.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEAR HAIR GAP | 2.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RAVEN CLIFFS | 2.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRIDGE GAP | 2.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MOSS CREEK TRAIL | 2.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIGHTOWER LOOP | 2.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BENTON MACKAYE | 2.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FDR-83 BULL MOUNTAIN CUTOFF | 2.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MOUNT YONAH | 2.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NO- TELL TRAIL | 2.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LONG BRANCH LOOP | 2.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| ARKAQUAH | 2.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOGAN TURNPIKE | 2.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COCHRAN CREEK FALLS | 2.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JACKS KNOB | 1.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ACCESS | 1.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ANDREWS COVE | 1.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TURNER CREEK TRAIL | 1.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN | 1.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SLAUGHTER CREEK | 1.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FREEMAN | 1.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COOPER CREEK | 1.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| CHESTNUT LEAD | 1.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SALLY FREE TRAIL | 1.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| WHISSENHUNT LOOP | 1.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BENTON MACKAYE | 1.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FDR-662A CLAY CREEK TRAIL | 1.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BENTON MACKAYE | 1.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DUKES CREEKS FALLS | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HIGH SHOALS | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WHITLEY GAP SHELTER | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FDR-23A-NIMBLEWILL BRANCH | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WHOOP-DE-DOS | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LOWER GREEN MOUNTAIN (CONNECTO | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MOUNTAINTOWN CREEK | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DESOTO FALLS | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAKE WINFIELD SCOTT | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| JARRARD GAP | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FDR-662A WEST CANE CREEK TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SLAUGHTER CREEK | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WAGON TRAIN | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ADDIS GAP | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| STANLEY CREEK | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.8 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOCKERY LAKE | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BYRON HERBERT REECE | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PARKING LOT TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| SHOPE GAP | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PEGGY CREEK CONNECTOR | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOUBLE BRIDGES OHV TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAKESHORE | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LAKE BLUE RIDGE TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| NIMBLEWILL BRANCH -C SPUR | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BRASSTOWN BALD | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DAVENPORT MOUNTAIN ATV SPUR | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| PARALLEL TRAIL | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RIDGE TOP TRAIL | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEAR CREEK SPUR | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| LONG BRANCH CONNECTOR | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| BLUE ROCK MOUNTAIN | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| ANNA RUBY FALLS | 0.5 | AC- ASPHALT | Yes | — | — |
| BLIZZARD TRAIL | 0.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| COOPER CREEK | 0.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COPPERHEAD TRAIL | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BEAR HAIR GAP SPUR | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DOUBLE BRIDGES CONNECTOR | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| JARRARD GAP | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BEAR HAIR GAP | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| SOSEBEE COVE | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| RATTLESNAKE TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| MORGANTON POINT LAKE TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODS HOLE SHELTER SPUR | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| WOODS HOLE SHELTER SPUR | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| FLAT CK CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| HIGHTOWER CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| BLACK BRANCH CONNECTOR | 0.2 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CONNECTOR | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ANNA RUBY PICNIC | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HELTON CREEK FALLS | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HORSE TROUGH FALLS | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| TRACKROCK | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| LION'S EYE | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.1 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 0.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| HIGH SHOALS FALLS SPUR | 0.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DUKES CREEK LOWER FALLS | 0.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| DUKES CREEKS FALLS | 0.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
Historical Trends — Dawsonville
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2,535 | $40,048 |
| 2015 | 2,599 | $49,808 |
| 2017 | 2,819 | $51,576 |
| 2019 | 3,259 | $62,500 |
| 2021 | 4,172 | $75,234 |
| 2023 | 4,619 | $86,550 |
Museums in Dawsonville
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BELL RESEARCH CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| COLEMAN PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 7068648642 | ||
| DAWSONVILLE HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| GEORGE E. COLEMAN SR. PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 7068641471 | ||
| GOLD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1 PUBLIC SQUARE NORTH | 7068642257 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FORSYTH COUNTY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 1334 | 6784557260 | |
| INDIO TRAIL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7062654747 | ||
| LUMPKIN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7068640743 | ||
| MARBLE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7707352211 | ||
| NORTH GEORGIA ASTRONOMICAL OBSERVATORY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 7068648642 | ||
| UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA ART GALLERIES | ART MUSEUM | 7068641400 | ||
| YAHOOLA CHEROKEE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7062659461 |
Libraries in Dawsonville
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FORSYTH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 585 DAHLONEGA ROAD | 0.0 | 584,374 | |||
| CHESTATEE REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM | 342 ALLEN STREET | 0.0 | 155,350 |
Farmers Markets in Dawsonville
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amicalola Regional Farmers Market | 6921 Hwy 53 East | 04/28/2017 to 10/13/2017 | Fri: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Amicalola Regional Farmers Market | 186 Recreation Road | 05/04/2018 to 09/28/2018 | Fri: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Dahlonega Farmers Market | Hancock Park | 05/03/2014 to 10/11/2014 | Tue: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| The Cumming Harvest | 106 Colony Park Drive, Suite 100 | 01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013 | Sat: 9:30 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in Dawsonville
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Amicalola Falls Lodge
Holiday Inn Express
Len Foote Hike Inn
Quality Inn & Suites
Restaurants in Dawsonville
29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Applebee's
Aunt Dyann's
Big D's BBQ
Big D's BBQ
Big D's BBQ & Biscuits
Brooklyn Joe's
Chili's
El Campesino
El Jinete
El Rio
Fajita Grill
Friends American Grill
I Love NY Pizza & Bar
IHOP
Johnny's New York Style Pizza
Kani House
La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
LongHorn Steakhouse
Lucky Hare
Mellow Mushroom
Miller's Ale House
Night Train Pizza
Old Towne Pizza
Olive Garden
Outback Steakhouse
The Station House
Waffle House
Waffle House
Wild Wing Cafe
Cinemas in Dawsonville
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Regal Dawson 10 Cinemas
Theatres in Dawsonville
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Iron Mountaion Amphitheatre
Clinics in Dawsonville
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dawson County Health Department
Good Shepherd Clinic of Dawson County
Dentists in Dawsonville
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Aspen Dental
Dawson Dental
Veterinaries in Dawsonville
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
All Animals Veterinary Hospital
Dawsonville Veterinary Hospital
Foothills Veterinary Clinic
Gas Stations in Dawsonville
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BP
Chevron
Chevron
Circle K
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Kroger
Mobil
Mobil
RaceTrac
Shell
Shell
Banks in Dawsonville
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Associated Credit Union
Bank OZK
Regions Bank
SunTrust
Truist
United Community Bank
Wells Fargo
Gyms in Dawsonville
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Anytime Fitness
Golf Courses in Dawsonville
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Chestatee Golf Course
Breweries in Dawsonville
Pharmacies in Dawsonville
5 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 5640 | 6327 STATE HIGHWAY 53 EAST | 706-216-1303 |
| FRED'S - 1450 | 751 STATE HIGHWAY 53 EAST | 706-216-1992 |
| KROGER | 6625 STATE HIGHWAY 53 EAST | 706-216-5508 |
| RITE AID - 11816 | 51 STATE HIGHWAY 400 SOUTH | 706-216-2101 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 3874 | 156 POWER CENTER DRIVE | 706-265-2484 |
EV Charging Stations in Dawsonville
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autel - Atlanta Motorsports Park | 20 Duck Thurmond Rd | Non-Networked | 10 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| North Georgia Premium Outlets | 800 Highway 400 S | eVgo Network | 2 | 1 | CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO | public |
| AMICALOLA FALLS VISITOR CENTER | 280 Amicalola Falls State Park Road | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Atlanta Motorsports Park - Tesla Destination | 20 Duck Thurmond Road | Tesla Destination | 10 | TESLA | public | |
| Autel - Atlanta Motorsports Park - Garage A | 20 Duck Thurmond Rd | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Autel - Atlanta Motorsports Park - Garage B | 20 Duck Thurmond Rd | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Autel - Atlanta Motorsports Park - Kart Track | 20 Duck Thurmond Rd | Non-Networked | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Indigo Energy – Main Street Park | 415 Highway 53 | Blink Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Paradise Valley Resort and Club - Tesla Destination | 49 Valley Dr | Tesla Destination | 3 | J1772 TESLA | public |
Cell Towers in Dawsonville
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| STATE HWY 131 | TOWER | 111 |
| STATE HWY 131 | TOWER | 111 |
| Off GA Hwy 183 via CELLAR RD | TOWER | 81 |
| CELLAR RD | TOWER | 81 |
| CELLAR RD | TOWER | 81 |
| (Grizzly Road) 7255 Highway 19 North | LTOWER | 79 |
| (Grizzly Road) 7255 Highway 19 North | LTOWER | 79 |
| 7255 Highway 19 North (117623) | LTOWER | 79 |
| 69 Hester Valley Road (82966) | LTOWER | 77 |
| 6174 Dawsonville Highway (107292) | MTOWER | 61 |
| 6590 Bannister Road (57468) | MTOWER | 61 |
| Monument Road (124700) | MTOWER | 61 |
| TOWER RD OFF RT 20 | TOWER | 58 |
| TOWER RD OFF RT 20 | TOWER | 58 |
| 352 High Shoals Road (71910) | LTOWER | 50 |
| 6086 Monument Road (71827) | LTOWER | 33 |
Fire Stations in Dawsonville
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson County Emergency Services - Fire/Rescue Division | 393 Memory LN | Mostly career | 706-344-3666 |
Bridges in Dawsonville
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1980 | 219 | 16,400 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1935 | 25 | 16,100 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1931 | 21 | 12,500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1959 | 37 | 6,550 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1930 | 36 | 6,520 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 231 | 6,520 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1955 | 216 | 5,370 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2018 | 140 | 5,370 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1955 | 27 | 5,370 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 260 | 5,030 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1940 | 32 | 3,730 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1941 | 29 | 3,600 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1959 | 94 | 3,370 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1975 | 32 | 3,210 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1930 | 35 | 3,130 | G | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1930 | 258 | 3,130 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2000 | 33 | 2,970 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2000 | 34 | 2,970 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1941 | 30 | 1,620 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 2023 | 125 | 1,525 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1942 | 28 | 1,310 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1960 | 38 | 1,080 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 24 | 1,080 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1952 | 36 | 950 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1951 | 32 | 920 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1982 | 216 | 903 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 22 | 903 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 160 | 650 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1960 | 22 | 480 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1982 | 45 | 450 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1955 | 23 | 430 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1975 | 21 | 410 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 177 | 366 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2005 | 44 | 366 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1971 | 44 | 366 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1989 | 23 | 220 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1986 | 34 | 103 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1980 | 123 | 103 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 40 | 103 | F | |
| Channel Beam | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 40 | 100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1972 | 30 | 100 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1985 | 36 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 37 | 60 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1950 | 100 | 40 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2008 | 39 | 40 | G | |
| Culvert | Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron | 1986 | 20 | 40 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1991 | 62 | 10 | F |
Correctional Facilities in Dawsonville
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAWSON COUNTY DETENTION CENTER | 19 TUCKER AVE | COUNTY | 90 | -999 | OPEN |
Airports Near Dawsonville
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field | — | Medium Airport |
| DeKalb Peachtree Airport | PDK | Medium Airport |
| Dobbins Air Reserve Base | MGE | Medium Airport |
| Fulton County Airport Brown Field | FTY | Medium Airport |
| Aerie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aiken Field | — | Small Airport |
| Air Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apalachee Bluff Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Arrendale Forest Strip | — | Small Airport |
| B Tree Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrow County Airport | WDR | Small Airport |
| Big Creek Flying Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blairsville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Bird Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Ridge Skyport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Browder Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cartersville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cherokee County Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chukkar Farm Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Municipal Airport | DNN | Small Airport |
| Deer Crossing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Doug Bolton Field | — | Small Airport |
| Ebeneezer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elliott Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fly-N-S Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gilmer County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gwinnett County Briscoe Field | LZU | Small Airport |
| Habersham County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heaven's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| High Valley Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Jackson County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| King Sky Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kintail Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport | GVL | Small Airport |
| Lenora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lola Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lt World Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lumpkin County Wimpys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Martin Campbell Field | — | Small Airport |
| Monroe Walton County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Paradise Falls Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petty Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pickens County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pinewood Airport | — | Small Airport |
| R.M. Harris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rostex Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sleepy Hollow Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southern Oaks Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Dawsonville
11 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cherokee County Sheriff | 9253 Freehome Highway | |
| Cumming Police Department | ||
| Dawson County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Forsyth County Sheriff | 100 Courthouse Square | |
| Forsyth County Sheriff | 475 Tribble Gap Road | |
| Forsyth County Sheriff Precinct Number 1 | ||
| Forsyth County Sheriff Precinct Number 2 | ||
| Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, North Precinct | 2314 Keith Bridge Road | |
| Georgia State Patrol Post 37 - Cumming | 4055 County Way | |
| Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office | East Main Street | |
| Nelson Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Dawsonville
32 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Barrettsville Food Store | Convenience Store | 2237 Kelly Bridge Rd |
| Bo's Food Mart | Convenience Store | 2360 Dawson Forest Rd E |
| Chevron Food Mart | Convenience Store | 18 Blue Ridge Overlook |
| Circle K 2723318 | Convenience Store | 78 Highway 9 N |
| Circle K 2723337 | Convenience Store | 5425 Highway 53 E |
| Circle M Food Shop 39 | Convenience Store | 4740 Jot EM Down Rd |
| CVS PHARMACY 5640 | Other | 6327 Highway 53 E |
| Dawsonville Exxon Food Mart | Convenience Store | 236 Highway 53 W |
| Dollar General 13612 | Other | 6533 Highway 9 S |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 18133 | Other | 7473 Elliott Family Pkwy |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 18187 | Other | 960 Harmony Church Rd |
| Dollar General 22420 | Other | 5350 Jot EM Down Rd |
| Dollar General 24860 | Other | 25 Hubbard Rd |
| Dollar General 25132 | Other | 7520 Dawsonville Hwy |
| Dollar General 6979 | Other | 30 Howser Mill Rd |
| Dollar General 895 | Other | 31 TSC Dr |
| Dollar Tree 6149 | Other | 59 Main St |
| Dollar Tree 7779 | Other | 534 Marketplace Pkwy |
| Elliott Food Mart | Convenience Store | 7430 Elliott Family Pkwy |
| Food Lion 2132 | Supermarket | 59 Main St |
| Gold Creek Market | Convenience Store | 2131 Highway 9 N |
| Harmony Church Chevron | Convenience Store | 1322 Highway 400 N |
| INGLES MARKETS 441 | Supermarket | 53 Highway 400 S |
| Kroger 670 | Super Store | 378 Marketplace Pkwy |
| Neighborhood Convenience Store | Convenience Store | 75 Main Street |
| Neighborhood Convenience Store | Convenience Store | 75 Highway 9 N |
| Omsai Silver City Inc | Convenience Store | 6623 Highway 9 S |
| Publix 1542 | Supermarket | 145 Forest Blvd |
| Race Trac 204 | Convenience Store | 1554 Highway 400 S |
| The Steel Buffalo Butchery | Specialty Store | 1500 Harmony Church Rd |
| Walmart SUPERCENTER 3874 | Super Store | 98 Power Center Dr |
| War Hill Food Mart | Convenience Store | 40 War Hill Park Rd |
Post Offices in Dawsonville
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Dawsonville
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Avita Community Partners - Forsyth MH/SA Clinic | Both | 678-341-3840 |
| Murray Medical and Wellness Center - Oakwood | Both | 770-503-9285 |
DOL Wage Violations in Dawsonville
13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $288,781 in back wages owed to 165 employees.
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Violations
$288,781
Back Wages Owed
165
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T W PHILLIPS GRADING INC | SIGNIFICANT | — | 30534 | Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors | 1 | $147,432 | $5,897 | 25 |
| Bennett Landscape, Inc. | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $45,969 | $2,189 | 21 |
| Kani House , Dawson | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $31,691 | $792 | 40 |
| Jydes Family Clinic, LLC | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $25,695 | $559 | 46 |
| Chin Chin Chinese Restaurant | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $18,439 | $3,073 | 6 |
| Dairy Queen | — | Berkshire Hathaway Inc | 30534 | — | 1 | $10,998 | $2,750 | 4 |
| Outback Steakhouse | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $2,790 | $465 | 6 |
| Mill Creek Environmental Services | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $1,916 | $383 | 5 |
| GTG Construction_2Y08_Garden City | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $1,614 | $1,614 | 1 |
| Five Guys Burgers | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $924 | $308 | 3 |
| Helping Hands Security | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $677 | $338 | 2 |
| Popeyes- Dawsonville, GA | — | Restaurant Brands International | 30534 | — | 1 | $330 | $165 | 2 |
| TFH Family Fun Center | — | — | 30534 | — | 1 | $306 | $77 | 4 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dawsonville
45 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AL-ZUBAIR COMMUNITY CENTER CORP | 78 DAWSON VILLAGE WAY N STE 130 |
| ALABASTER MINISTRIES INC | 249 DAWSON CLUB DR |
| ALL FOR ONE MINISTRIES INCORPORATED | 904 HUGH STOWERS RD |
| AMERICAN LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE ANDSEMINARY INC | 54 BLOWING ROCK RD |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH | 450 HOWSER MILL RD |
| CHANGE SOUL INC | 258 BEARTOOTH PKWY STE 100 PMB 10 |
| CHRIST FELLOWSHIP | 139 HIGHTOWER PARKWAY |
| CHRIST THE REDEEMER CATHOLOIC CHURCH DAWSONVILLE INC | 991 KILOUGH CHURCH RD |
| CHRISTIAN DISCIPLES IN EDUCATION INC | 5355 DUNROVEN WAY |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC | 236 ETOWAH RIVER RD |
| CROSS-TETHERED PREACHING INC | 59 AMY TRAMMEL CT |
| DAWSONVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH INC | PO BOX 935 |
| DAWSONVILLE-NEW LIFE CHURCH OF GOD | 1508 HIGHWAY 53 E |
| ETOWAH BAPTIST CHURCH | 150 WHELCHEL RD |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DAWSONVILLE | 900 HIGHWAY 9 N |
| GOSHEN BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 1055 |
| GRACE & TRUTH REVIVAL CENTER CHURCH | 77 WD MOORE DR |
| GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH USA DAWSONVILLE GEORGIA INC | 170 HIGHWAY 9 N |
| HARD TO REACH MINISTRIES INC | 108 N WINDSOR LN |
| IMPACT OTHERS INC | 192 DAWSON VILLAGE WAY N |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dawsonville
What is the population of Dawsonville?
Dawsonville has a population of 4,147 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 432 people per square mile, spread across 8.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.6% female and 54.4% male.
Is Dawsonville expensive to live in?
Dawsonville 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 $86,550, 15% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $327,800 (16% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $994 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Dawsonville safe?
Dawsonville is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 106 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,989 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Dawsonville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Dawsonville?
Dawsonville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.
How is the job market in Dawsonville?
The job market in Dawsonville is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $821. There are 1,030 business establishments in the area, including 90 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 21.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Dawsonville?
The median home value in Dawsonville is $327,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $436,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $994. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,274.
How are the schools in Dawsonville?
Schools in Dawsonville score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.6% of adults in Dawsonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Dawsonville?
The obesity rate in Dawsonville is 32.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 23.8% are physically inactive. 23.1% of residents report depression. 11.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 89.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,500.
What is transportation like in Dawsonville?
The average commute in Dawsonville is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Dawsonville?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Dawsonville is 88.2% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 92.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.8% speak Spanish. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability. 88.6% have health insurance coverage.
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