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Varnell, GA
Georgia · Whitfield County · Dalton Metro
Varnell is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,623. Residents earn $82,857 per year, which is 10% above the national average.
3.4
/5.0
B
Good
2,623
Population
661/sq mi density
$82,857
Median Income
$32,068 per capita
$228,200
Home Value
$264,380 Zillow
$1,155
Median Rent
30.7% income on rent
61°F
Avg Temperature
318 sunny days/yr
232
Violent Crime/100K
1,626 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$82,857 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,200 home value, $1,155/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
232 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$82,857
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$228,200
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
232/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,155
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Varnell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,623
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density661/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.8%
Economy
AMedian Income$82,857
Per Capita$32,068
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$7,746M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+Home Value$228,200
Rent$1,155
Ownership88.5%
Zillow$264,380
Housing Units785
Rent Burden30.7%
Crime
FViolent232/100K
Property1,626/100K
Health
Obesity35.0%
Uninsured15.0%
Smoking13.9%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation916 ft (279 m)
Education
BBachelor's+28.3%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+11.9%
School Score4.90
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Varnell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Varnell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Varnell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Varnell is $82,857, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Varnell is $228,200, 19% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Varnell is below the national average at 232 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,626 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Varnell 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.
Varnell has a population of 2,623 with a density of 661 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.7% of residents, while 13.3% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 91.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
2,623
Total Population
661
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Varnell vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Varnell vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Varnell is $82,857, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,068 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,055, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,734 business establishments, including 202 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 3.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Varnell vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,857 |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,068 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,055 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,183 |
| Gini Index | 0.443 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,734 |
| County GDP | $7,746M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 202 |
| Healthcare | 193 |
| Retail | 423 |
| Manufacturing | 255 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,644 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 96.30 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.60% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
Walkability
The median home value in Varnell is $228,200, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,380, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,155 (1% 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. 88.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 785 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. The average annual property tax is $3,644. 30.7% 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 | $228,200 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $264,380 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,155 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.7% |
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 | 88.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 11.5% |
| Housing Units | 785 |
| Median Year Built | 1992 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,644 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.60% |
In Varnell, 35.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.2% have high blood pressure. 13.9% are current smokers. 17.0% report binge drinking. 25.3% are physically inactive. 21.5% report depression. 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 15.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,870. The dentist ratio is 1:2,242. 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Varnell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.0% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Cancer | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 13.9% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Short Sleep | 36.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| Uninsured | 15.0% |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,870 |
| Dentists | 1:2,242 |
| Mental Health | 1:696 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Dental Visits | 60.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,693/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 193 |
Varnell has a violent crime rate of 232 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,626 per 100,000, 17% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 16 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Varnell receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Varnell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 232.3/100K |
| 39% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,626.0/100K |
| 17% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Varnell 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 916 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 916 ft (279 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9016°N, 84.9651°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Whitfield County County |
| Nearest Airport | Richard B Russell Regional - J H Towers Field (RMG) 40 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 81.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 59.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 12.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 5.2 in |
Varnell has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.2") and October the driest (3.6").
Varnell is located in Whitfield County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72% of the vote, a 44.5-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 193 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.1% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 44.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.3% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 11.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.90 |
B
Education Grade (3.3/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 661/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| County | Whitfield County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 92.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 286.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 154.3 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 193 |
| Restaurants | 202 |
| Retail Stores | 423 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
Average costs for common services in Varnell. 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 Whitfield County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 18,994 | 304 | $54,305 | 4.00 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 6,032 | 200 | $69,284 | 0.73 |
| Retail Trade | 5,152 | 438 | $35,576 | 0.89 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 4,067 | 244 | $80,846 | 1.01 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 3,536 | 218 | $21,591 | 0.67 |
| Wholesale Trade | 3,317 | 189 | $61,651 | 1.46 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3,225 | 122 | $59,278 | 1.32 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 3,111 | 123 | $35,100 | 0.91 |
| Construction | 1,255 | 216 | $62,572 | 0.41 |
| Other Services | 846 | 144 | $47,574 | 0.49 |
| Finance & Insurance | 747 | 127 | $73,503 | 0.32 |
| Management of Companies | 589 | 17 | $126,432 | 0.60 |
| Real Estate | 336 | 77 | $45,603 | 0.37 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 291 | 32 | $23,657 | 0.30 |
| Utilities | 201 | 4 | $107,899 | 0.91 |
| Information & Technology | 185 | 22 | $69,079 | 0.17 |
| Educational Services | 174 | 13 | $38,493 | 0.15 |
| Unclassified | 85 | 137 | $37,324 | 1.05 |
Radio Stations near Varnell
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 Varnell
21 campgrounds found near Varnell.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOLL MOUNTAIN DAY USE AREA SHELTER | 5.0/5 | 1 | $30 |
| Lake Conasauga Overflow Campground | 5.0/5 | 6 | $8 |
| POCKET PICNIC SHELTER | 5.0/5 | 1 | $35 |
| QUINN SPRINGS PAVILION | 5.0/5 | 1 | $30 |
| WOODRING DAY USE AREA SHELTER | 5.0/5 | 1 | $30 |
| Chickamauga Battlefield Group Campground | 4.9/5 | 9 | $20 |
| CHILHOWEE GROUP CAMP | 4.7/5 | 1 | $50 |
| DOLL MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND | 4.6/5 | 49 | $26–$100 |
| 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 |
| Woodring Branch Primitive Campground | 4.3/5 | 11 | $10 |
| Lake Conasauga Campground | 4.2/5 | 29 | $8–$15 |
| Pocket Campground | 4.2/5 | 26 | $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 |
| Cottonwood Patch Campground | 3.7/5 | 8 | $8 |
| REREG DAM DAY USE AREA SHELTER | 3.0/5 | 1 | $50 |
| Lost Corral Horse Camp | — | 1 | Free |
National Parks Near Varnell
27 national parks and monuments found near Varnell.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Fall Creek Falls | State Park | Free |
| Fort Loudon | State Park | Free |
| Fort Mountain State Park | State 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 |
| Little River Canyon National Preserve | National Preserve | $15 |
| Red Clay | State Park | Free |
| Rock Island | 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 |
Trails Near Varnell
144+ trails found near Varnell.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| COOPER GAP | 7.5 | — | — | — | |
| JACKS RIVER | 7.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| COFFEE BRANCH TRAIL | 7.3 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — |
| 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 | — | — |
| STARR MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL | 4.9 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — |
| CLEMMER BIKE TRAIL | 4.2 | — | — | — | |
| BEECH BOTTOM | 4.0 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | Yes |
| HOGBACK HORSE TRAIL | 4.0 | — | — | — | |
| PINHOTI HORSE ALTERNATIVE | 3.9 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BIG CREEK HIKING TRAIL | 3.9 | — | — | — | |
| OSWALD DOME TRAIL | 3.8 | — | — | — | |
| RICE CAMP | 3.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| MILMA CREEK ATV | 3.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL | 3.5 | — | — | — | |
| 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 |
| STARR MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL | 3.2 | — | — | — | |
| 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 |
| 2.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — | |
| BLUE RIDGE DIVIDE TRAIL | 2.6 | — | — | — | |
| HORSESHOE BEND | 2.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | Yes |
| CANEY CREEK TRAIL | 2.6 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — | — |
| 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 | — | — | — | |
| LAUREL LOOP | 1.8 | — | — | — | |
| FORK RIDGE HIKING TRAIL | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| CLEMMER SPUR | 1.7 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — | — | |
| CHESTNUT LEAD | 1.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| MCCUTCHEON COVE LOOP | 1.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BENTON FALLS HIKING TRAILS | 1.5 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — |
| NAKED WIDOW LOOP | 1.3 | — | — | — | |
| POPLAR HOLLOW | 1.3 | — | — | — | |
| PLANTATION RIDGE LOOP | 1.3 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| FISHERMAN'S TRAIL | 1.2 | — | — | — | |
| GEE CREEK HIKING TRAIL | 1.2 | — | — | — | |
| RHODODENDRON TRAIL | 1.2 | — | — | — | |
| YELLOW CREEK HORSE TRAIL | 1.1 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — |
| RIM ROCK TRAIL | 0.9 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — | — |
| ROCK GARDEN TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| ARBUTUS HIKING TRAIL | 0.7 | — | — | — | |
| OLD SPRING BOX TRAIL | 0.7 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| BURKETT IVENS HORSE TRAIL | 0.6 | — | — | — | |
| SADDLEHORN TRAIL | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| EMERY CREEK | 0.6 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | — | — |
| GAZEBO | 0.5 | — | — | — | |
| MCKAMY LAKE TRAIL | 0.5 | — | — | — | |
| RIM ROCK SPUR | 0.5 | — | — | — | |
| BEAR CREEK SPUR | 0.5 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | — |
| ELDERBERRY | 0.5 | — | — | — | |
| TRAMMEL LOOP CONNECTOR | 0.4 | NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL | — | — | — |
| CHILHOWEE FOREST WALK | 0.4 | — | — | — | |
| BEACH | 0.4 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — | — | |
| LOWERY FALLS | 0.3 | — | — | — | |
| RIVERVIEW SPUR | 0.3 | — | — | — | |
| RED LEAF | 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 |
| ELDERBERRY SPUR | 0.1 | — | — | — | |
| 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 | — | — |
Historical Trends — Varnell
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2,102 | $52,976 |
| 2015 | 2,125 | $52,969 |
| 2017 | 2,137 | $53,977 |
| 2019 | 2,144 | $54,250 |
| 2021 | 2,179 | $66,648 |
| 2023 | 2,273 | $82,857 |
Museums in Varnell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TENNESSEE VALLEY RAILROAD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4238948028 | $3,653,969 | |
| WHITFIELD-MURRAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 715 CHATTANOOGA AVENUE | 7062780217 | $1,048,917 |
| NORTH CHICKAMAUGA CREEK CONSERVANCY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5051 GANN STORE RD | 4238421163 | $93,580 |
| AVIAN LEARNING CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7066946428 | ||
| CATOOSA CITIZENS' & VETERANS' MEMORIAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CATOOSA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7069355232 | ||
| CHATANOOGA NATIONAL MEMORIAL FOR THE UNBORN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 4238991677 | ||
| GEORGIA TRAPSHOOTING HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| LYNN H. WOOD ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM - INSTITUTE OF ARCHAEOLOGY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4232362030 | ||
| TUNNEL HILL HISTORICAL FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7068761571 |
Libraries in Varnell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM | 310 CAPPES STREET | 0.0 | 205,912 | |||
| CATOOSA COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM | 108 CATOOSA CIRCLE | 0.0 | 78,824 | |||
| COLLEGEDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 9318 APISON PIKE | 0.0 | 71,372 |
Farmers Markets in Varnell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dalton Farmers Market | 117 North Selvidge Street | 05/07/2016 to 08/27/2016 | Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Lookout Farmers Market | 7430 Shallowford Road | 04/18/2015 to 10/31/2015 | Mon: 4:00 AM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Ooltewah Farmers Market | 5829 Main Street | 01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017 | Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Restaurants in Varnell
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Luigis Pizza
Clinics in Varnell
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Hamilton Convenient Care Varnell
Gas Stations in Varnell
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shell
Banks in Varnell
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Atlantic Capital Bank
Breweries in Varnell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Oak Brewing | Brewers | 4295 Cromwell Rd | 4233946711 | |
| Fun Treats Inc | Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts, Fruit & Vegetable Juices, Beverage Manufacturers, Frozen, (1), Food, | 525 Industrial Dr S W | 4234761302 | Visit |
Cell Towers in Varnell
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 180 BRENTWOOD TRAIL SW | TOWER | 129 |
| 180 BRENTWOOD TRAIL SW | TOWER | 129 |
| 153 MITCHELL ROAD SOUTHEAST | LTOWER | 98 |
| 5488 DALTON PIKE SOUTHEAST | LTOWER | 98 |
| 7304 E Hwy 136 (63423) | LTOWER | 88 |
| 5209 Howardsville Road (63422) | LTOWER | 86 |
| 468 HIGHWAY 2 (40105) | LTOWER | 79 |
| 2249 BANCROFT ROAD SW | LTOWER | 78 |
| 2026 BonBon Lane (86221) | LTOWER | 78 |
| 260 Thompson Drive | TOWER | 77 |
| 614A FIRETOWER ROAD (63366) | LTOWER | 65 |
| 1801 YOUNG ROAD | LTOWER | 59 |
| 8543 B Trappers Ridge | TOWER | 51 |
| 8543 B Trappers Ridge | TOWER | 51 |
| Towers Rd 850 Dug Battle Rd (71812) | MTOWER | 38 |
Bridges in Varnell
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 32 | 21,100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 21 | 21,100 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 32 | 12,900 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 32 | 12,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 160 | 8,290 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1970 | 33 | 8,290 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1933 | 32 | 7,230 | G | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1971 | 280 | 5,770 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 165 | 5,520 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1957 | 32 | 2,120 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1978 | 117 | 1,560 | P | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1950 | 23 | 1,340 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1978 | 33 | 560 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1996 | 32 | 50 | G |
Superfund Sites Near Varnell
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| FARLEY'S & SATHERS CANDY COMPANY, INC. | 4120 JERSEY PIKE | HAMILTON |
| SOIL RESTORATION AND RECYCLING, L.L.C. | 4245 WOODLAND DR SUMMIT LANDFI | HAMILTON |
Airports Near Varnell
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) | CHA | Medium Airport |
| Richard B Russell Airport | RMG | Medium Airport |
| Barwick Lafayette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Bird Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Ridge Skyport Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Browder Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cherokee County Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chilhowee Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Chukkar Farm Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Cleveland Regional Jetport | — | Small Airport |
| Cloudmont Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Collegedale Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cub Haven Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dallas Bay Sky Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dalton Municipal Airport | DNN | Small Airport |
| Dawson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dunlap Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Etowah Bend Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Etowah Fields Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying BK Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying G Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying J Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flylander Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fox Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gibson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gilmer County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Happy Landings Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hog Lot Landing | — | Small Airport |
| Hogjowl Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hogue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Indian Hill Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Karlovich Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon's Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Little Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lookout Mountain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Magic Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marion County Airport - Brown Field | APT | Small Airport |
| Mark Anton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Martin Campbell Field | — | Small Airport |
| McMinn County Airport | MMI | Small Airport |
| Monroe County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Moore Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Bakewell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Cove STOLport | — | Small Airport |
| Petty Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pickens County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Possum Bottom Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pratermill Flight Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Providence Landing | — | Small Airport |
| R.M. Harris Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Varnell
5 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Catoosa County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Chatsworth Police Department | ||
| Cohutta Police Department | Red Clay Road | |
| Hamilton County Sherriff's Office East Sector | 8395 Claude Ramsey Parkway | |
| Murray County Sheriff's Department | 810 G I Maddox Parkway |
Grocery Stores in Varnell
12 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Circle K 2723612 | Convenience Store | 4187 Highway 2 |
| Dollar General 11903 | Other | 1075 Tunnel Hill Varnell Rd |
| DOLLAR GENERAL 18688 | Other | 1288 Beaverdale Rd NE |
| Dollar General 22804 | Other | 3456 Cleveland Hwy |
| Five Point | Convenience Store | 1281 Beaverdale Rd NE |
| FOOD LION 1603 | Supermarket | 3925 Cleveland Rd |
| HARRY'S | Convenience Store | 100 Kids Dr |
| Kwik Serve 9 | Convenience Store | 4529 Cleveland Hwy |
| MAPCO Express Inc. 3616 | Convenience Store | 3546 Cleveland Hwy |
| Quick Stop # 2 | Convenience Store | 4105 Cleveland Hwy |
| Quickway | Convenience Store | 2958 Cleveland Hwy |
| THE BUTCHER'S MARKET LLC | Specialty Store | 3619 Cleveland Hwy |
Post Offices in Varnell
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Postal Service | |
| Varnell Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Varnell
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Focus Treatment Centers | Substance Abuse | 423-308-2560 |
| Georgia HOPE | Substance Abuse | 706-279-0405 |
| Highland Rivers Health - SAIOP | Substance Abuse | 706-270-5040 x1225 |
| Tennessee Valley Healthcare System - Chattanooga CBOC | Both | 423-893-6500 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Varnell
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH | PO BOX 232 |
| VARNELL BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 160 |
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Varnell
What is the population of Varnell?
Varnell has a population of 2,623 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 661 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.7 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
Is Varnell expensive to live in?
Varnell 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 $82,857, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $228,200 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,155 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Varnell safe?
Varnell is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 232 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,626 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Varnell receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Varnell?
Varnell 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 Varnell?
Varnell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,055. There are 2,734 business establishments in the area, including 202 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 3.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Varnell?
The median home value in Varnell is $228,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,380. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,155. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,644.
How are the schools in Varnell?
Schools in Varnell have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 28.3% of adults in Varnell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Varnell?
The obesity rate in Varnell is 35.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.9% of adults are smokers. 25.3% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 15.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 74.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,870.
What is transportation like in Varnell?
The average commute in Varnell is 26 minutes. 90.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Varnell?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Varnell is 89.2% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 86.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.3% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 91.0% have health insurance coverage.
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