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Resaca, GA

Georgia · Gordon County

Resaca is a small town in Georgia with a population of 1,247. Residents earn $54,750 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,247 Population 450/sq mi density
$54,750 Median Income $33,581 per capita
$152,200 Home Value $226,870 Zillow
$1,100 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
226 Violent Crime/100K 4,675 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,200 home value, $1,100/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
226 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,750
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,200
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 226/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,247
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density450/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,750
Per Capita$33,581
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$3,382M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,200
Rent$1,100
Ownership71.0%
Zillow$226,870
Housing Units265
Rent Burden27.3%

Crime

F
Violent226/100K
Property4,675/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured22.5%
Smoking18.7%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation653 ft (199 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+72.2%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.37

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute22 min
Broadband69.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Resaca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Resaca receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Resaca has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Resaca is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Resaca is $152,200, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Resaca is below the national average at 226 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,675 per 100,000, 139% above the national average.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Resaca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Resaca has a population of 1,247 with a density of 450 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.1% female and 58.9% male. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 8.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 71.9% of residents, while 28.1% speak Spanish. 8.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 87.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,247
Total Population
450
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Resaca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 71.9%
8% below US avg
Spanish 28.1%
110% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Resaca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Resaca is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,581 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,100, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,241 business establishments, including 99 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Resaca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,750
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,581
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$63,320
Gini Index0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,241
County GDP$3,382M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare100
Retail211
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,677
5% above US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Resaca is $152,200, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,870, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% 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. 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 265 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $3,677. 27.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,870

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.0%
Owner-Occupied71.0%
Renter-Occupied29.0%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,677
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Resaca, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 37.0% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.9% report binge drinking. 35.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 22.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,157. The dentist ratio is 1:4,535. 57.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity35.3%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured22.5%
162% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,157
Dentists1:4,535
Mental Health1:1,195
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death11,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.7%
Healthcare Facilities100
Resaca has a violent crime rate of 226 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,675 per 100,000, 139% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Resaca receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent225.6/100K
41% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,675.4/100K
139% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents118
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Resaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density450/sq mi
Coordinates34.5794°N, 84.9438°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyGordon County County
Nearest AirportRichard B Russell Regional - J H Towers Field (RMG)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Mar) 6.18"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score67.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability30.6 / 100
Community Resilience20.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

128 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 10, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M4.6 64 km
May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 138 km
Dec 8, 2001 5 km SW of Pleasant Groves, Alabama M3.9 119 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 110 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 43 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 140 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 94 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 97 km
May 6, 2010 11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama M3.2 102 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 106 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 109 km
Mar 21, 2001 7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 54 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 80 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 117 km
Apr 5, 1994 10 km N of Trenton, Georgia M3.2 66 km
May 10, 2020 7 km SSE of Sewanee, Tennessee M3.1 107 km
Jun 23, 2008 10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia M3.1 40 km
Apr 29, 2003 7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama M3.1 66 km
May 2, 2003 8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama M3.1 62 km
Oct 30, 1991 9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M3.1 42 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 1 292 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

462 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 160 fatalities, 2,106 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF5 97 km 25
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 39 km 20
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 95 km 14
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 91 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 95 km 4
Apr 24, 2010 EF4 75 km 0
Feb 6, 2008 EF4 83 km 1
Mar 27, 1994 EF4 51 km 3
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 78 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 61 km 6
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 72 km 4
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 13 km 9
May 19, 1973 EF4 75 km 0
May 8, 2024 EF3 84 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 49 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 62 km 2
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 78 km 4
Jan 30, 2013 EF3 27 km 1
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 86 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF3 64 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 49 km
2016 UNNAMED 5,844 99 km
2024 RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN 4,570 58 km
2001 UNNAMED 4,213 94 km
2021 DUTCH CREEK 3,845 62 km
2022 SC 540C/CHOCCOLOCCO 3,750 100 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,298 74 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 95 km
2007 PENTECOST 3,095 91 km
2022 UNNAMED 2,933 93 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,908 42 km
2023 SMITH MOUNTAIN 2,807 80 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,758 93 km
1987 STATEC0045 2,669 55 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,611 99 km
2024 RX - O11 TOWEE O12 WILDCAT 2,597 83 km
2024 RX - O33 ROCK CREEK_SEED ORCHARD 2,445 71 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,405 60 km
2007 WILDCAT BRANCH WFIRE 2,285 62 km
2018 RUFF CREEK 2,281 26 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in
March 51°F (11°C) 6.2 in Wettest
April 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
May 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in
June 74°F (24°C) 3.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Driest
November 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in

Resaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (3.4").

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Resaca is located in Gordon County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 4.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81.5% of the vote, a 63.4-point margin. 69.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 100 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Traffic Accidents118
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+72.2%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.37
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density450/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi
CountyGordon County County

Services

Broadband Access69.3%
Avg Download Speed44.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities100
Restaurants99
Retail Stores211

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%
Average costs for common services in Resaca. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

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

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

Home Services

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Top Industries in Gordon County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 9,086 129 $67,915 4.44
Retail Trade 2,420 214 $32,420 0.97
Wholesale Trade 1,798 85 $61,248 1.83
Accommodation & Food Services 1,690 100 $21,511 0.75
Construction 823 110 $61,119 0.63
Administrative & Waste Services 489 61 $47,808 0.33
Finance & Insurance 338 60 $67,718 0.33
Other Services 225 66 $41,687 0.30
Agriculture & Forestry 149 27 $44,199 0.74
Real Estate 136 36 $46,423 0.35
Information & Technology 59 9 $32,931 0.13
Arts & Entertainment 44 10 $28,240 0.11
Unclassified 32 64 $49,481 0.92

Schools in Resaca

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tolbert Elementary School Elementary 521 35 14.9:1
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Radio Stations near Resaca

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
98.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
95.5 Nash Icon country FLV
Mountain Town FM blues, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
94.3 Nash Icon country AAC+ 48 kbps
NewsRadio 1150 WGOW news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Classical 90.5 WSMC AAC 128 kbps
Unified Arts Radio MP3 192 kbps

Campgrounds Near Resaca

24 campgrounds found near Resaca.

National Parks Near Resaca

29 national parks and monuments found near Resaca.

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
DeSoto State Park State Park Free
Desoto State Park State Park Free
Fort Mountain State Park State Park Free
Freedom Riders National Monument National Monument Free
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
John Tanner State Park State Park Free
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park $5
Little River Canyon National Preserve National Preserve $15
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Panola Mountain State Park State Park Free
Red Clay State Park Free
Russell Cave National Monument National Monument Free
Scott Hudgens Park State Park Free
South Cumberland State Park Free
South Cumberland (Anderson Point Addition) State Park Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Resaca

117+ trails found near Resaca.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
PINHOTI 56.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINHOTI 23.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINHOTI 16.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CONASAUGA RIVER 11.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYLCO LOOP 11.5
HICKORY CREEK 8.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
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
EAST ARMUCHEE TRAIL 6.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SUMAC CREEK TRAIL 6.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHESTNUT LOOP BIKE TRAIL 6.2
CHICKAMAUGA CREEK 6.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCK CREEK TRAIL 5.5
BIG FROG MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL 5.4
LICKLOG RIDGE TRAIL 5.3
WHEAT TRAIL 5.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes 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
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
ROUGH RIDGE 4.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TIBBS ATV TRAIL 4.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
MOLLY HOUSTON TRAIL 4.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
HEMPTOP 4.4
LOBLOLLY TRAIL 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
EMERY CREEK 4.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEECH BOTTOM 4.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINHOTI HORSE ALTERNATIVE 3.9 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
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
DRY CREEK TRAIL 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOUNT JOY TRAIL 3.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JOHNS MOUNTAIN 3.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL 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
POCKET 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLUE RIDGE DIVIDE TRAIL 2.6
HORSESHOE BEND 2.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TURKEY TRAIL 2.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ROUGH RIDGE 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACKWELL GAP TRAIL 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
OLD COPPER ROAD BIKE TRAIL 2.3
JACKS RIVER 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
YELLOW STAND LEAD 2.3
WOLF RIDGE 2.3
CONASAUGA RIVER 2.2
HOUSTON VALLEY ROAD 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST FORK TRAIL 2.1
FDR-713 GORDON SPRINGS ROAD 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
PLANTATION RIDGE TRAIL 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
GRASSY MTN TOWER 1.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
QUARTZ LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.9
FORK RIDGE HIKING TRAIL 1.7
SUMAC CREEK SPUR 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEAR PAW LOOP BIKE TRAIL 1.6
CHESTNUT LEAD 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MCCUTCHEON COVE LOOP 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
KEOWN FALLS 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THUNDER ROCK EXPRESS 1.5
WINDY GAP BIKE 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACKS RIVER 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SONGBIRD 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POPLAR HOLLOW 1.3
PLANTATION RIDGE LOOP 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
RHODODENDRON TRAIL 1.2
NORTH LOOP 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
MOUNTAINTOWN CREEK 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BYPASS BIKE TRAIL 1.0
FDR-713- HOUSTON VALLEY BRANCH 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
LAKE CONASAUGA 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DRY CREEK TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
EMERY CREEK 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MURRAYS LAKE 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TRAMMEL LOOP 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BOYD GAP BIKE TRAIL 0.7
ROCK GARDEN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
OLD SPRING BOX TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
SADDLEHORN TRAIL 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BRUSH CREEK SPUR 0.6
EMERY CREEK 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR CREEK SPUR 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TRAMMEL LOOP CONNECTOR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
POCKET TRAIL CONNECTOR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GORDON SPRINGS CONNECTOR 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
PEEPLES LAKE 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EMERY CREEK 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEECH BOTTOMS HIKING TRAIL 0.4
RIVERVIEW SPUR 0.3
HORSESHOE BEND 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PARKING LOT CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
CAPEHART TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
PLANTATION RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
BRIDLE TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOLLY HOUSTON TRAIL CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
STIRRUP TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MCCUTCHEON COVE CONNECTOR 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
LOBLOLLY SPUR TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CREEKSIDE TRAIL 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHICKAMAUGA CREEK SPUR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
QUARTZ BYPASS 0.1
DRY CREEK CONNECTOR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL
JACKS RIVER 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POCKET TRAIL SPUR 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Resaca

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WHITFIELD-MURRAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION715 CHATTANOOGA AVENUE7062780217$1,048,917
BLACKSTOCK SOUTHERN HERITAGE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM7066294731$128
GEORGIA TRAPSHOOTING HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
GORDON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION335 �S WALL STREET
PINE LOG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7703826676
WORLD AIRCRAFT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7066297371

Libraries in Resaca

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM310 CAPPES STREET0.0205,912

Farmers Markets in Resaca

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adairsville Farmers' Market7446 Ga 14006/07/2014 to 09/27/2014Sun: 8:00 AM-11:30 PM;YesVisit
Downtown Dalton Farmers Market117 North Selvidge Street05/07/2016 to 08/27/2016Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Gordon Hospital's Creation Health Farmers Market1035 Red Bud Road 06/16/2016 to 08/18/2016Thu: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Resaca

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn

Restaurants in Resaca

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autry's Diner
Denny's
El Sueño Mexican Restaurant
North Indian Flame Bar & Restaurant

Gas Stations in Resaca

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Citgo
Flying J
Flying J
Marathon
Pilot
Pilot
Pilot
Pilot
Shell
Shell

Golf Courses in Resaca

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elks Lodge Golf Course
Fields Ferry Golf Club

Cell Towers in Resaca

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
493 DUBLIN CIRCLE NE (72013)GTOWER95
458 BROWN FARM RD SW (71808)LTOWER93
458 Browns Farm Rd. SWTOWER90
260 Thompson DriveTOWER77
Spring Hill Road (71839)MTOWER59
131 BUNCH MTN RD/PLEASANTTOWER59
131 BUNCH MTN RD/PLEASANTTOWER59
Towers Rd 850 Dug Battle Rd (71812)MTOWER38

Bridges in Resaca

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196284874,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196227374,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196125473,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196120173,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196231770,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20182149,510G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19692405,440F
CulvertConcrete1969215,440F
CulvertConcrete1950214,630G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19308304,350F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19811164,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20142143,320G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20143103,320G
CulvertConcrete1969322,740G
CulvertConcrete1958212,440G
CulvertConcrete1988462,322G
CulvertConcrete1958781,000G
CulvertConcrete1958781,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1977350903F
CulvertSteel198343780P
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete201740780G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1962340630F
CulvertConcrete200632490G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194830366F
CulvertSteel199330360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1974466360F
CulvertSteel202136350G
Mixed TypesOther192494340F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1989120340G
CulvertConcrete198552320G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1986117320F
CulvertConcrete199527280G
CulvertConcrete200943250G
CulvertConcrete200943250G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2009130250G
CulvertConcrete200943250G
CulvertSteel202125140G
CulvertConcrete198231120G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198536100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198432160F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19232530P

Airports Near Resaca

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)CHAMedium Airport
Cobb County International Airport-McCollum FieldMedium Airport
DeKalb Peachtree AirportPDKMedium Airport
Dobbins Air Reserve BaseMGEMedium Airport
Richard B Russell AirportRMGMedium Airport
Air Acres AirportSmall Airport
AllredSmall Airport
Barwick Lafayette AirportSmall Airport
Blue Bird FieldSmall Airport
Blue Ridge Skyport AirportSmall Airport
Browder AirportSmall Airport
Brownstone AirparkSmall Airport
Cartersville AirportSmall Airport
Centre-Piedmont-Cherokee County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Cherokee County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Chilhowee GliderportSmall Airport
Chukkar Farm UltralightportSmall Airport
Cleveland Regional JetportSmall Airport
Cloudmont AirparkSmall Airport
Collegedale Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Dallas Bay Sky Park AirportSmall Airport
Dalton Municipal AirportDNNSmall Airport
Dawson FieldSmall Airport
Etowah Bend GliderportSmall Airport
Etowah Fields AirportSmall Airport
Flying BK Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying J Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flylander Farm AirportSmall Airport
Fox Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Gibson FieldSmall Airport
Gilmer County AirportSmall Airport
Headquarters AirportSmall Airport
Hog Lot LandingSmall Airport
Hogjowl AirportSmall Airport
Indian Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Karlovich AirportSmall Airport
Leon's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Little AirportSmall Airport
Lookout Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Marion County Airport - Brown FieldAPTSmall Airport
Martin Campbell FieldSmall Airport
Moore AirportSmall Airport
Mount Cove STOLportSmall Airport
Petty Farms AirportSmall Airport
Pickens County AirportSmall Airport
Polk County Airport- Cornelius Moore FieldSmall Airport
Possum Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Pratermill Flight Park AirportSmall Airport
R.M. Harris AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Resaca

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Adairsville Police
Chatsworth Police Department
City of Fairmount Police Department
Gordon County Sheriff2700 US 41
Murray County Sheriff's Department810 G I Maddox Parkway

Grocery Stores in Resaca

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Abc Convenience StoreConvenience Store1135 Resaca Lafayette Rd NW
ABC Convenience StoreConvenience Store4095 Chatsworth Highway 225 NE
Asu Food MartConvenience Store1444 US 41 N
Bills GroceryConvenience Store4087 S Dixie Rd
Circle K 2723525Convenience Store201 Carbondale Rd SW
Dollar General 25057Other2873 Sugar Valley Rd NW
DOLLAR GENERAL 7441Other3094 Nicklesville Rd NE
Dollar General Market 13439Super Store2850 Battlefield Pkwy
Glen Davis GroceryConvenience Store10425 Highway 225 S
Highway ExpressConvenience Store4053 Chatsworth Highway 225 NE
Pilot Travel Center 421Convenience Store142 Carbondale Rd SW
Pilot Travel Center 4558Convenience Store2111 US Hwy 41 NE
Pilot Travel Center 632Convenience Store288 Resaca Beach Blvd NW
Resaca Express MartConvenience Store3580 Battlefield Pkwy NW
Resaca Food MartConvenience Store4501 S Dixie Hwy
Resaca GroceryConvenience Store3057 Battlefield Pkwy NE

Post Offices in Resaca

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Resaca Post Office3073 Battlefield Parkway
Sugar Valley Post Office155 Main Street Northwest

Treatment Centers in Resaca

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Crossroads Treatment Center - Calhoun PCSubstance Abuse762-204-2451
Georgia HOPESubstance Abuse706-279-0405
Highland Rivers Health - SAIOPSubstance Abuse706-270-5040 x1225

Churches & Religious Organizations in Resaca

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 162
CHURCH OF GOD OF THE UNION ASSEMBLY OF CALHOUNPO BOX 656
EMMAUS BAPTIST CHURCH4268 S DIXIE RD
FOURTH WATCH EVANGELISTIC MINISTRYINC840 MT LOOP ROAD NW
INTENTIONAL MARRIAGE INC3105 RESACA LAFAYETTE RD NW
MONASTERY OF THE GLORIOUS ASCENSIONPO BOX 397
MT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH247 MOUNT ZION RD NE
PRIME BIBLE INC352 JOHN WHITE RD NW
STOP SHOP & PRAY INC112 BEN PUTNAM RD
SUGAR VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 40

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Historic Markers
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Resaca

What is the population of Resaca?

Resaca has a population of 1,247 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 450 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.1% female and 58.9% male.

Is Resaca expensive to live in?

Resaca 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 $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $152,200 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Resaca safe?

Resaca is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 226 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,675 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Resaca receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Resaca?

Resaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Resaca?

The job market in Resaca is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,100. There are 1,241 business establishments in the area, including 99 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 0.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Resaca?

The median home value in Resaca is $152,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,870. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,100. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,677.

How are the schools in Resaca?

Schools in Resaca score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 4.9% of adults in Resaca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Resaca?

The obesity rate in Resaca is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 35.3% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 22.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 57.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,157.

What is transportation like in Resaca?

The average commute in Resaca is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Resaca?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Resaca is 73.1% White, 8.9% Black or African American, 5.3% Hispanic or Latino. 71.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 28.1% speak Spanish. 8.8% of the population are military veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 87.3% have health insurance coverage.

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