Ellijay, GA

Georgia · Gilmer County

Ellijay is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,931. Residents earn $47,639 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,931 Population 538/sq mi density
$47,639 Median Income $28,051 per capita
$277,600 Home Value $400,451 Zillow
$728 Median Rent 28.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
152 Violent Crime/100K 1,365 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$47,639 median income, 5.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$277,600 home value, $728/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
152 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $47,639
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $277,600
2% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 152/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $728
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,931
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density538/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,639
Per Capita$28,051
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$1,439M
Commute28 min

Housing

B
Home Value$277,600
Rent$728
Ownership33.7%
Zillow$400,451
Housing Units925
Rent Burden28.9%

Crime

F
Violent152/100K
Property1,365/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured22.3%
Smoking15.3%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain59.4 in/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.12

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.7%
EV Stations4
Libraries1

Is Ellijay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellijay receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Ellijay has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellijay is $47,639, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellijay is $277,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ellijay is below the national average at 152 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,365 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellijay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches.

Ellijay has a population of 1,931 with a density of 538 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (71.6%), with 24.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 77.3% of residents, while 20.8% speak Spanish. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 77.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,931
Total Population
2023 Census
538
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellijay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 77.3%
2% below US avg
Spanish 20.8%
55% above US avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

Ellijay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellijay is $47,639, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,051 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $847, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 825 business establishments, including 72 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 5.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ellijay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,639
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,051
Avg Weekly Wage$847
IRS Avg AGI$68,653
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)825
County GDP$1,439M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare51
Retail117
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,361
4% below US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellijay is $277,600, 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,451, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% 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. 33.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 925 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $3,361. 28.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,600
2% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$400,451

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$728
37% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,717
Rent Burden28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership33.7%
Owner-Occupied33.7%
Renter-Occupied66.3%
Housing Units925
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,361
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Ellijay, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 33.0% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 16.2% report binge drinking. 28.8% are physically inactive. 22.0% report depression. 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 22.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,288. The dentist ratio is 1:4,051. 79.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Ellijay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.7%
Uninsured22.3%
159% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,288
Dentists1:4,051
Mental Health1:1,174
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits52.5%
Premature Death10,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities51
Ellijay has a violent crime rate of 152 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,365 per 100,000, 30% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Ellijay receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent151.7/100K
60% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,365.0/100K
30% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents218
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ellijay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,234 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density538/sq mi
Coordinates34.6913°N, 84.4839°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyGilmer County County
Nearest AirportRichard B Russell Regional - J H Towers Field (RMG)
45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.4"
56% above US avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 6.24"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.45"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score68.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability78.7 / 100
Community Resilience14.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

154 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 107 km
May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 105 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 77 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 140 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 42 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 146 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 148 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 123 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 75 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 125 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 91 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 146 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 94 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 89 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 99 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 97 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 45 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 101 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 138 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2018 Michael Category 1 293 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

389 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 109 fatalities, 1,734 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 67 km 20
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 80 km 3
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 88 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 33 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 56 km 9
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 38 km 6
May 2, 1953 EF4 96 km 4
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 76 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 52 km 2
Jan 30, 2013 EF3 58 km 1
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 79 km 0
Dec 22, 2011 EF3 60 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 50 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 59 km 0
Mar 15, 2008 EF3 88 km 2
Mar 20, 1998 EF3 64 km 12
Mar 29, 1997 EF3 64 km 0
Mar 29, 1997 EF3 86 km 0
Apr 15, 1994 EF3 84 km 1
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 97 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROUGH RIDGE (27,610 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 ROUGH RIDGE 27,610 27 km
2016 ROCK MOUNTAIN 25,224 94 km
2016 BOTELER 8,626 85 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 80 km
2016 MAPLE SPRINGS 7,696 93 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 88 km
2024 RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN 4,570 37 km
2013 BEAVER DAM 4,336 72 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,888 87 km
2021 DUTCH CREEK 3,845 40 km
2019 COW CAMP 3,786 92 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,298 32 km
2023 PANTHER KNOB 3,170 97 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 56 km
2010 COW CAMP-A 2,953 91 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,933 69 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,908 30 km
2023 SMITH MOUNTAIN 2,807 50 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,758 69 km
2013 MCINTYRE-A 2,695 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.5 in
April 58°F (14°C) 5.7 in
May 65°F (19°C) 4.7 in
June 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.4 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in Driest
November 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 6.2 in Wettest

Ellijay has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (3.5").

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Ellijay is located in Gilmer County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 3.5% 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 81% of the vote, a 62.6-point margin. 74.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 51 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 62% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.5%

Winner: Republican by 62.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents218
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.12
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent
Population Density538/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi
CountyGilmer County County

Services

Broadband Access74.7%
Avg Download Speed23.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.0 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants72
Retail Stores117

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%
Average costs for common services in Ellijay. 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)
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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$470
Toddler$442
Preschool$442
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$446
Toddler$420
Preschool$420
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Gilmer County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,505 52 $45,503 2.27
Retail Trade 1,421 114 $32,408 1.76
Accommodation & Food Services 1,247 92 $26,115 1.70
Health Care & Social Assistance 529 72 $51,544 0.46
Construction 400 102 $71,220 0.94
Other Services 236 45 $35,647 0.97
Professional & Technical Services 235 69 $58,218 0.42
Information & Technology 189 9 $75,536 1.25
Wholesale Trade 141 25 $70,693 0.44
Finance & Insurance 133 27 $59,513 0.41
Real Estate 125 43 $50,937 1.00
Arts & Entertainment 65 8 $24,355 0.48
Educational Services 53 9 $35,722 0.32
Unclassified 27 49 $53,327 2.40

Schools in Ellijay

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gilmer High School High 1,174 73 16.1:1
Clear Creek Middle School Middle 917 61 15.0:1
Ellijay Elementary School Elementary 758 55 13.8:1
Mountain View Elementary Elementary 668 44 15.2:1
Clear Creek Elementary School Elementary 596 41 14.5:1
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Radio Stations near Ellijay

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mountain Town FM blues, eclectic MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Ellijay

27 campgrounds found near Ellijay.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DOLL MOUNTAIN DAY USE AREA SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $30
Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground 5.0/5 6 $8
SWEETWATER DAY USE AREA (GA) 5.0/5 1 $125
THOMPSON CREEK PARK SHELTER (GA) 5.0/5 1 Free
WOODRING DAY USE AREA SHELTER 5.0/5 1 $30
CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP 4.7/5 1 $50
Toto Creek Campground 4.7/5 9 Free
DOLL MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 49 $26, $100
MORGANTON POINT 4.6/5 42 $30, $50
CHILHOWEE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 59 $12, $30
PARKSVILLE LAKE RV CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 16 $20, $40
Woodring Campground (GA) 4.5/5 42 $20, $42
BALD RIDGE CREEK 4.4/5 82 Free
Sandy Bottoms Recreation Area Campground (Clayton, GA) 4.4/5 12 $15
Deep Hole Recreation Area 4.3/5 9 $15
Frank Gross Campground 4.3/5 8 $8
Sweetwater Campground 4.3/5 150 $24, $290
Woodring Branch Primitive Campground 4.3/5 11 $10
Cooper Creek Campground (GA) 4.2/5 25 $15, $30
Lake Conasauga Campground 4.2/5 29 $8, $15
THUNDER ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 38 $12, $20
DAMSITE DAY USE AREA SHELTER 4.0/5 1 $30
Jacks River Fields Campground 4.0/5 7 $5
NORTHBANK DAY USE AREA SHELTER 4.0/5 2 $30, $50
Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Campground 4.0/5 6 $8, $16
Cottonwood Patch Campground 3.7/5 8 $8
REREG DAM DAY USE AREA SHELTER 3.0/5 1 $50

National Parks Near Ellijay

29 national parks and monuments found near Ellijay.

ParkTypeFee
Amicalola Falls State Park State Park Free
Booker T Washington State Park Free
Booker T. Washington State Park State Park Free
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $5
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park National Military Park $10
Cloudland Canyon State Park State Park Free
Cumberland Trail State Park Free
Cumberland Trail (Calvert Addition) State Park Free
Don Carter State Park State Park Free
Fall Creek Falls State Park Free
Fort Loudon State Park Free
Fort Mountain State Park State Park Free
Fort Yargo State Park State Park Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park National Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park Free
Harrison Bay State Park State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park 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
Red Clay State Park Free
Scott Hudgens Park State Park Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park State Park Free
Unicoi State Park State Park Free
Vogel State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Ellijay

204+ trails found near Ellijay.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI 56.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BENTON MACKAYE 46.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON-MCKAYE 45.7 - - -
PINHOTI 23.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DUNCAN RIDGE 21.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JOHN MUIR NATIONAL RECREATION 17.9 - - -
BENTON MACKAYE 14.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TOCCOA CANOE TRAIL 13.4 WATER - - -
CONASAUGA RIVER 11.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SYLCO LOOP 11.5 - - -
DUNCAN RIDGE 9.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HICKORY CREEK 8.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
APPALACHIAN APPROACH TRAIL 8.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
IRON MOUNTAIN 7.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JACKS RIVER 7.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BRUSH CREEK BIKE TRAIL 7.0 - - -
EAST COWPEN 6.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BEAR CREEK 6.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SUMAC CREEK TRAIL 6.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHESTNUT LOOP BIKE TRAIL 6.2 - - -
HIKE INN LODGE 5.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCK CREEK TRAIL 5.5 - - -
BIG FROG MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL 5.4 - - -
DAVENPORT MT ATV 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON MACKAYE 5.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LICKLOG RIDGE TRAIL 5.3 - - -
FLAT CREEK LOOP 5.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
TATUM LEAD OHV TRAIL 5.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HEMPTOP 4.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
GRASSY GAP 4.9 - - -
BENTON MACKAYE 4.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STANLEY GAP 4.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
JACKS RIVER 4.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCK CREEK ATV 4.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MOUNTAINTOWN CREEK 4.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CLEAR CREEK TRAIL 4.6 - - -
BULL MOUNTAIN 4.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
ROUGH RIDGE 4.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
TIBBS ATV TRAIL 4.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HEMPTOP 4.4 - - -
EMERY CREEK 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CLEMMER BIKE TRAIL 4.2 - - -
JAKE MOUNTAIN TRAIL 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
UNICOI MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL 4.0 - - -
BEECH BOTTOM 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
DRY POND LEAD TRAIL 4.0 - - -
BARE HARE TRAIL 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BIG CREEK HIKING TRAIL 3.9 - - -
RICE CAMP 3.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MILMA CREEK ATV 3.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
JAKE/BULL CONNECTOR TRAIL 3.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SMITH MTN MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 3.4 - - -
ROCKY FLATS ATV TRAIL 3.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HICKORY RIDGE 3.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PENITENTIARY BRANCH 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RIVERVIEW BIKE TRAIL 3.3 - - -
TEAR BRITCHES 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FDR-872 JONES CREEK DAM TRAIL 3.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YELLOW MOUNTAIN 3.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLACK BRANCH TRAIL 3.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PANTHER CREEK 3.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROUGH CREEK 2.9 - - -
WINDY GAP BIKE 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SOUTH FORK 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN 2.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
TURTLETOWN CREEK FALLS HIKING 2.7 - - -
LANCE CREEK TRAIL 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BLUE RIDGE DIVIDE TRAIL 2.6 - - -
HORSESHOE BEND 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CANEY CREEK TRAIL 2.6 - - -
ROUGH RIDGE 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MILL SHOALS TRAIL 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OLD COPPER ROAD BIKE TRAIL 2.3 - - -
JACKS RIVER 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
YELLOW STAND LEAD 2.3 - - -
MOSS CREEK TRAIL 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WOLF RIDGE 2.3 - - -
HIGHTOWER LOOP 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BENTON MACKAYE 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CONASAUGA RIVER 2.2 - - -
FDR-83 BULL MOUNTAIN CUTOFF 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WEST FORK TRAIL 2.1 - - -
NO- TELL TRAIL 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LONG BRANCH LOOP 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
COCHRAN CREEK FALLS 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRASSY MTN TOWER 1.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
QUARTZ LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.9 - - -
TURNER CREEK TRAIL 1.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LAUREL LOOP 1.8 - - -
FORK RIDGE HIKING TRAIL 1.7 - - -
CLEMMER SPUR 1.7 - - -
COOPER CREEK 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SUMAC CREEK SPUR 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SCENIC SPUR TRAIL 1.6 - - -
AZALEA HIKING TRAIL 1.6 - - -
SLICKROCK LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.6 - - -
BEAR PAW LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.6 - - -
RAMSEY BEND NORTH 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CHESTNUT LEAD 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SALLY FREE TRAIL 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BENTON FALLS HIKING TRAILS 1.5 - - -
THUNDER ROCK EXPRESS 1.5 - - -
WINDY GAP BIKE 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
WHISSENHUNT LOOP 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
JACKS RIVER 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SONGBIRD 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON MACKAYE 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NAKED WIDOW LOOP 1.3 - - -
POPLAR HOLLOW 1.3 - - -
FDR-662A CLAY CREEK TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BENTON MACKAYE 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND SOUTH 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
RAMSEY BEND CONNECTOR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes 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 - -
RHODODENDRON TRAIL 1.2 - - -
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 - -
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 - -
BYPASS BIKE TRAIL 1.0 - - -
LAKE CONASAUGA 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FARMER TOP OVERLOOK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
MINGUS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM ROCK TRAIL 0.9 - - -
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 - - -
EMERY 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 - -
RAMSEY BEND SOUTH A 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
MURRAYS LAKE 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STANLEY CREEK 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BLUFF 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOYD GAP BIKE TRAIL 0.7 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ARBUTUS HIKING TRAIL 0.7 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 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 - -
DOUBLE BRIDGES OHV TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE BLUE RIDGE TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BRUSH CREEK SPUR 0.6 - - -
EMERY CREEK 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NIMBLEWILL BRANCH -C SPUR 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DAVENPORT MOUNTAIN ATV SPUR 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GAZEBO 0.5 - - -
PARALLEL TRAIL 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RIDGE TOP TRAIL 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MCKAMY LAKE TRAIL 0.5 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM ROCK SPUR 0.5 - - -
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 -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ELDERBERRY 0.5 - - -
BLIZZARD TRAIL 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
COOPER CREEK 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND SOUTH B 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CHILHOWEE FOREST WALK 0.4 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHEROKEE LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEACH 0.4 - - -
NOTTELY RIVER CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
RAMSEY BEND CONNECTOR A 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
PEEPLES LAKE 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
EMERY CREEK 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEECH BOTTOMS HIKING TRAIL 0.4 - - -
COPPERHEAD TRAIL 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RIVERVIEW SPUR 0.3 - - -
RED LEAF 0.3 - - -
DOUBLE BRIDGES CONNECTOR 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HORSESHOE BEND 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND NORTH SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
RATTLESNAKE TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MORGANTON POINT LAKE TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FLAT CK CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
HIGHTOWER CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BLACK BRANCH CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RAMSEY BLUFF 0.1 ASPHALT Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ELDERBERRY SPUR 0.1 - - -
QUARTZ BYPASS 0.1 - - -
JACKS RIVER 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FARMER TOP CONNECTOR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -

Museums in Ellijay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GILMER ARTS & HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM7066355605$114,516
GILMER COUNTY HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7062761861
INDIO TRAILHISTORIC PRESERVATION7062654747
MARBLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION14 NORTH MAIN STREET7062531141
PASARYA CENTER FOR ARTS HUMANITYART MUSEUM7066361626

Farmers Markets in Ellijay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gilmer County Farmers MarketBroad Street05/24/2014 to 10/04/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Jasper Farmers MarketPark and Ride, Stegall Drive04/07/2018 to 12/22/2018Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;

Restaurants in Ellijay

17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Back Porch Bistro
Cajun Depot Grill
Cajun Depot Grill
Cantaberry Cafe
Charlie's Italian Restaurant
Double L
Ellijay Wood Fired Pizza
Emily's Bar and Restaurant
Jolly Roger Seafood Market
Lin's Garden
Mike's Ellijay Restaurant
Mucho Kaliente Mexican Restaurant
Papa's Pizza
Poole's Real Pit BBQ
River Street Tavern
The Juicery and Relax Station
Waffle House

Cafes in Ellijay

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Corner Stone Cafe
Das Kaffeehaus
Hemlock Bazaar

Clinics in Ellijay

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lifetime Medical Center

Veterinaries in Ellijay

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ellijay Animal Hospital
VCA Appalachian Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Ellijay

9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
Chevron
Citgo
Conoco
Conoco
Marathon
Shell
Shell

Banks in Ellijay

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank OZK
BB&T
Regions Bank
United Community Bank

Golf Courses in Ellijay

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Whitepath Golf Course

Breweries in Ellijay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Bear Bier GarteBrewery500 E Main St7069464440
Blue Ridge BreweryBrewery, American Restaurant187 Depot St7066326611Visit
Fannin Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries3758 E First St7062582762
Grumpy Old Men BrewingTours & Activities, Food & Drink, Breweries, Beer Tastings & Tours1315 E Main St14049662665

Nursing Homes in Ellijay

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GILMER NURSING HOME
1362 SOUTH MAIN STREET
 For profit - Corporation 100 97 4/5 - 2/5 2/5 7062764741

Pharmacies in Ellijay

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ELLIJAY BESTRX 763 SOUTH MAIN STREET 706-273-7879
HUFF'S DRUG STORE 136 INDUSTRIAL BOULEVARD 706-635-7931
LTC SCRIPTSRX 572 MADDOX DRIVE 706-635-8710

Cell Towers in Ellijay

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
8393 Chatsworth Hwy.TOWER73
Monument Road (124700)MTOWER61
671 Carter Mountain Road (71823)MTOWER60
8181 Hwy 52 (135912)LTOWER55
352 High Shoals Road (71910)LTOWER50
1675 Talona Mountain RoadTOWER38
6086 Monument Road (71827)LTOWER33

Fire Stations in Ellijay

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
City of Ellijay Fire Department197 N Main STMostly volunteer706-636-4711
Gilmer County Fire & Rescue325 Howard Simmons RDMostly volunteer706-635-1333

Bridges in Ellijay

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198244520,900G
Tee BeamConcrete192810418,400F
CulvertConcrete19283418,400F
CulvertConcrete19352118,400G
Tee BeamConcrete198710217,200G
CulvertConcrete19872517,200G
Tee BeamConcrete195717212,500F
Tee BeamConcrete19431709,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19602169,040G
Tee BeamConcrete19484678,030F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19551807,220F
CulvertConcrete1948227,220G
CulvertConcrete1958293,460G
Tee BeamConcrete19641362,600G
CulvertConcrete1935442,550F
Tee BeamConcrete19292522,550P
CulvertSteel2009492,322G
CulvertConcrete1958272,322G
CulvertConcrete1958262,322G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19652162,120F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20013451,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071441,070G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1964147903F
CulvertConcrete198350790G
CulvertConcrete195832640F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199226366F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199231366F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201558366G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199226366F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199047366F
SlabPrestressed concrete1979200366G
CulvertConcrete197038366G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1994160366G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197555366F
CulvertConcrete198534366G
SlabConcrete1979264210F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197752210F
CulvertConcrete199433210G
SlabConcrete197992170F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197943110G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198036110F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198641103G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198035103P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199049103F
Tee BeamConcrete1988200103G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198642103F
CulvertConcrete198033100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19934070F
CulvertSteel19903360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20014150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19788240P
CulvertConcrete19793720G

Correctional Facilities in Ellijay

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
GILMER COUNTY DETENTION CENTER106 BRETT DICKEY MEMORIAL DRIVECOUNTY108-999OPEN

Airports Near Ellijay

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)CHAMedium Airport
Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field-Medium Airport
Richard B Russell AirportRMGMedium Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport-Medium Airport
Air Acres 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
Chilhowee Gliderport-Small Airport
Chukkar Farm Ultralightport-Small Airport
Cleveland Regional Jetport-Small Airport
Collegedale Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Dallas Bay Sky Park Airport-Small Airport
Dalton Municipal AirportDNNSmall Airport
Deer Crossing Airport-Small Airport
Ebeneezer Airport-Small Airport
Elliott Field-Small Airport
Etowah Bend Gliderport-Small Airport
Etowah Fields Airport-Small Airport
Fly-N-S Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Flying G Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Gilmer County Airport-Small Airport
Gwinnett County Briscoe FieldLZUSmall Airport
Happy Landings Airport-Small Airport
High Valley Airpark-Small Airport
Hog Lot Landing-Small Airport
Karlovich Airport-Small Airport
Lee Gilmer Memorial AirportGVLSmall Airport
Lumpkin County Wimpys Airport-Small Airport
Martin Campbell Field-Small Airport
McMinn County AirportMMISmall Airport
Moore Airport-Small Airport
Mount Bakewell Airfield-Small Airport
Petty Farms Airport-Small Airport
Pickens County Airport-Small Airport
Polk County Airport- Cornelius Moore Field-Small Airport
Pratermill Flight Park Airport-Small Airport
Providence Landing-Small Airport
R.M. Harris Airport-Small Airport
Riverside Airport-Small Airport
Rostex Airport-Small Airport
Shannon Flight Strip-Small Airport
Stoney Point Field-Small Airport
Tellico Plains Municipal Airport-Small Airport
The Flying W Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Tom B. David Field-Small Airport
Tusquittee Landing Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Ellijay

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
East Ellijay Police Department107 East Oak Street
Ellijay Police Department201 North Main Street
Georgia State Patrol159 Industrial Boulevard
Gilmer County Sheriff's Office: Criminal Investigations Division822 Industrial Boulevard
Gilmer County Sheriff's Office: Uniform Patrol Division822 Industrial Boulevard
Jasper Police Department55 Dixie Street
Pickens County Sheriff's Office2895 Camp Road
Sheriff's Office Annex & Georgia Public Safety Training Center - Pickens339 West Church Street

Grocery Stores in Ellijay

15 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Antigua Guatemala 1Other9 Russell Dr
Carniceria Y Tienda La Mexicana Inc.Grocery Store1929 Progress Rd
Citgo Food MartConvenience Store595 S Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3583Other580 Maddox Dr
Dollar General 12628Other3067 Chatsworth Hwy
Ellijay BpConvenience Store990 S Main St
FOOD LION 907Supermarket130 Fowler St
INGLES MARKETS 409Supermarket100 Old Orchard Sq
New Hope GroceryConvenience Store3140 Chatsworth Hwy
One Stop Walkers CornerConvenience Store2179 Highway 52 E
Orchard JunctionConvenience Store2138 Tails Creek Rd
Parkway ConocoConvenience Store15 E Oak St
San RafaelGrocery Store631 S Main St
Tienda El Quetzal 1Grocery Store772 Maddox Dr
Walgreens 17697Other192 1st Ave

Post Offices in Ellijay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ellijay Post Office801 Industrial Boulevard

Treatment Centers in Ellijay

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Gateway Treatment Centers LLCSubstance Abuse865-724-0852

DOL Wage Violations in Ellijay

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $208,897 in back wages owed to 221 employees.

16
Violations
$208,897
Back Wages Owed
221
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
Excalibur Associates SIGNIFICANT - 30540 - 1 $140,768 $1,408 100
F. M. Stainless - - 30536 - 1 $19,376 $1,384 14
Park Plaza Shoppette, Inc. - - 30540 - 1 $13,180 $824 16
Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (Ellijay, GA) - Pilgrims Pride 30540 - 1 $9,564 $4,782 2
Green's Country Store (Conoco) - - 30540 - 1 $8,968 $1,121 8
Singleton Food Services, Inc. - - 30540 - 2 $7,503 $163 46
Blue Sky Cabin Rentals, LLC - - 30540 - 1 $5,826 $1,942 3
Oki Japanese - - 30540 - 1 $2,172 $167 13
Hill Crest Orchards - - 30540 - 1 $793 $159 5
IHOP, #3241 - Dine Brands Global 30540 - 1 $225 $32 7
Piggly Wiggly - - 30540 - 1 $200 $200 1
BJ Reece Apple House - - 30536 - 1 $105 $52 2
Stanley Chevron and Grocery - - 30536 - 1 $94 $94 1
Brett Jones - Attorney - - 30540 - 1 $58 $58 1
Tin Loong Chinese Restaurant Ellijay - - 30540 - 1 $36 $36 1
Cornerstone Cafe - - 30540 - 1 $28 $28 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ellijay

33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
66 BOOK MINISTRY INCPO BOX 166
AMERICA DHAMMA SOCIETY INC1975 OLD FLAT BRANCH RD
BE FREE MINISTRY INC96 CRAIG STREET
CALVARY WAY BAPTIST CHURCH118 SHERRI LEIGH EST
CARTEACY OLD CHURCH AND CEMETERY ASSOCIATION7629 HIGHWAY 52 E
CARTECAY BAPTIST CHURCH118 RIVERWOOD RD
CHOOSE LIFE MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 383
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE5451 BIG CREEK RD
CHURCH OF THE NARROW WAY573 WEEKS RD
DAY 7 MINISTRIES INC2 RIVER LODGE DR
EAST ELLIJAY BAPTIST CHURCH672 YUKON RD
ELLIJAY CITY CHURCH INCPO BOX 1596
ELLIJAY FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH75 MCCUTCHEN ST
EMMANUEL FULL GOSPEL CHURCH INC76 RASBERRY CT
FAITHPOINTE EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION INCPO BOX 145
FRUIT OF THE VINE JOHN 15 5 INCPO BOX 1641
GATES CHAPEL MEMORIAL CEMETERY2767 GATES CHAPEL RD
GODS GIFT IN A BLANKET INC801 INDUSTRIAL BLVD UNIT 2004
GOOD SAMARITAN CATHOLIC CHURCH ELLIJAY INC55 CHURCH ST
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH OF ELLIJAY GEORGIA164 LEGION RD
HARVEST MISSIONARY CHURCH INC400 CLEAR CREEK RD
HIS INTERNATIONAL INCPO BOX 145
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH3295 OLD HIGHWAY 5 S
IPUL EAST ELLIJAY INC173 CLEAR LN
KAMRON ENGLER MINISTRIES INC1107 ORCHARD RD
MOUNTAINTOWN BAPTIST CHURCH INC510 MOUNTAINTOWN RD
OVATION FAMILY MINISTRIES FOUNDATION INC268 OAK SHADOW LN
PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH115 PLEASANT GROVE RD
PROMISE LAND MINISTRIES OF ELLIJAY INC573 WEEKS RD
SABBATICAL RELIEF MINISTRY790 TALONA MOUNTAIN RD
SALA EVANGELICA RETENEDOR DE LA FIEL PALABRA INCPO BOX 2534
THE UNIVERSITY OF SPIRITUAL AWAKENING INCPO BOX 839
WORD CHURCH OF ELLIJAY GA INC4131 BOARDTOWN RD

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
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UFO Sightings Near Ellijay

2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Ellijay.

Name Year Description
Ellijay, GA 2014 ((HOAX??)) Object was seen moving west over gilmer county. A vertical line of flashing lights.
Gilmer county, GA 2002 Observed what at first appeared to be a star but it was moving against the star field in rotation. By this I mean it was drifting to th

Bigfoot Sightings Near Ellijay

1 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Ellijay.

Name Year Description
Report 25043: Campers see animal observing campsite in Cohutta Wilderness 2001

Historic Markers Near Ellijay

1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Ellijay.

Name Description
Gilmer County Marker is at the intersection of North Dalton Street and Broad Street, on the right when traveling north on North Dalton Street.

Mines Near Ellijay

1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Ellijay.

Name Description
ELLIJAY QUARRY Crushed, Broken Granite - Surface (Active)

Haunted Places Near Ellijay

1 reported haunted locations found near Ellijay.

Name Description
Whitepath The northern region of Gilmer County, called Whitepath, is named after the Cherokee chief who once inhabited it. Whitepath cursed any future owners of the land as he and his people were moved out on the "Trail of Tears." A hotel built on the site burned to the ground in the early part of the 20th century, killing many, after the hotel itself had been home to several murders and suicides. The sounds of revelry and the sounds of screams and moans of suffering can still be heard often at the sit...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ellijay

What is the population of Ellijay?

Ellijay has a population of 1,931 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 538 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.4 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Ellijay expensive to live in?

Ellijay 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 $47,639, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $277,600 (2% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Ellijay safe?

Ellijay is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 152 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,365 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ellijay receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ellijay?

Ellijay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ellijay?

The unemployment rate in Ellijay is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $847. There are 825 business establishments in the area, including 72 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 5.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ellijay?

The median home value in Ellijay is $277,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $400,451. For renters, the median monthly rent is $728. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 33.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,361.

How are the schools in Ellijay?

Schools in Ellijay score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 18.4% of adults in Ellijay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ellijay?

The obesity rate in Ellijay is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 28.8% are physically inactive. 22.0% of residents report depression. 22.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,288.

What is transportation like in Ellijay?

The average commute in Ellijay is 28 minutes. 62% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ellijay?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ellijay is 71.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 24.8% Hispanic or Latino. 77.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 20.8% speak Spanish. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 77.7% have health insurance coverage.

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