Waleska, GA

Georgia · Cherokee County · Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro

Waleska is a small town in Georgia with a population of 767. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

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

3.0 /5.0

B Good

767 Population 449/sq mi density

$52,500 Median Income $18,654 per capita

$362,500 Home Value $482,504 Zillow

$867 Median Rent 42.6% income on rent

58°F Avg Temperature

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$52,500 median income, 12.3% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.8 / 5.0

$362,500 home value, $867/mo rent

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $52,500

30% lower than US avg

Home Value $362,500

29% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.2%

16% lower than US avg

Median Rent $867

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.8%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 12.3%

242% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.1%

91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population767

Median Age21.3 yrs

Density449/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 76%

Veterans3.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$52,500

Per Capita$18,654

Unemployment12.3%

Poverty1.1%

County GDP$13,257M

Commute17 min

Housing

C+

Home Value$362,500

Rent$867

Ownership54.4%

Zillow$482,504

Housing Units153

Rent Burden42.6%

Health

Obesity33.8%

Uninsured4.8%

Smoking14.1%

Depression21.8%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

Rain53.9 in/yr

Elevation1,095 ft (334 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.2%

High School+94.4%

Graduate+13.4%

School Score6.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%

Commute17 min

Broadband82.4%

EV Stations7

Libraries6

Is Waleska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waleska receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Waleska offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waleska is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waleska is $362,500, 29% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Waleska 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 53.9 inches.

Waleska has a population of 767 with a density of 449 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 21.3 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 58% female and 42% male. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 11.1% Hispanic, 14.3% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.6% of residents, while 14.4% speak Spanish. 3.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

767

Total Population

2023 Census

449

People / sq mi

21.3yrs

Median Age

45% below US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%

Female 58%

Race & Ethnicity

Waleska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.6%

9% above US avg

Spanish 14.4%

7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Waleska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waleska is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,654 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,044, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,029 business establishments, including 455 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 22.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waleska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,500
	30% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$18,654
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,044
IRS Avg AGI	$99,190
Gini Index	0.408 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	12.3%
	242% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.1%
	91% below US avg
Establishments (County)	8,029
County GDP	$13,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants	455
Healthcare	638
Retail	721
Manufacturing	187

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,752
	36% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.6 min
Drive Alone	59.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Waleska is $362,500, 29% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $482,504, higher than the Census estimate. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $435,000 with homes selling in an average of 128 days. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% 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. 54.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 153 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $4,752 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 42.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$362,500
	29% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$482,504
Redfin Median Sale	$435,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median Sale Price	$435,000
$/Sq Ft	$164
Homes Sold	3
Days on Market	128 days
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$867
	25% below US avg
Rent Burden	42.6%

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	54.4%
Owner-Occupied	54.4%
Renter-Occupied	45.6%
Housing Units	153
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,752
	36% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.31%

In Waleska, 33.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 19.4% report binge drinking. 24.0% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 4.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,430. The dentist ratio is 1:1,967. 86.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.8%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.4%
Physical Inactivity	24.0%
Depression	21.8%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.2%
Uninsured	4.8%
	44% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,430
Dentists	1:1,967
Mental Health	1:777
Checkup Rate	74.2%
Dental Visits	59.0%
Premature Death	5,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	86.2%
Healthcare Facilities	638

Waleska 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 53.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,095 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	58.3°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation	1,095 ft (334 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density	449/sq mi
Coordinates	34.3170°N, 84.5510°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cherokee County County
Nearest Airport	Richard B Russell Regional - J H Towers Field (RMG) 35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.9"

42% above US avg

Snowfall 1.3"

Wettest Month (Jul) 5.19"

Driest Month (Jun) 3.62"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	85.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	45.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

102 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.1 on May 10, 2025.

Apr 29, 2003	8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama	M4.6	101 km
May 10, 2025	21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee	M4.1	146 km
Jul 5, 1995	12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee	M3.7	119 km
Jul 19, 1997	12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.5	75 km
Mar 18, 1995	10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee	M3.3	128 km
Apr 11, 2006	5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee	M3.3	116 km
May 6, 2010	11 km ENE of Whitesboro, Alabama	M3.2	129 km
Mar 21, 2001	7 km ESE of Trenton, Georgia	M3.2	100 km
Aug 1, 2009	8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee	M3.2	86 km
Apr 5, 1994	10 km N of Trenton, Georgia	M3.2	113 km
May 10, 2006	3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee	M3.2	136 km
Mar 7, 2001	5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	138 km
Mar 7, 2001	6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee	M3.2	140 km
Jun 23, 2008	10 km ESE of Cohutta, Georgia	M3.1	73 km
Oct 30, 1991	9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia	M3.1	67 km
May 2, 2003	8 km S of Valley Head, Alabama	M3.1	99 km
Apr 29, 2003	7 km E of Fort Payne, Alabama	M3.1	101 km
Jan 15, 1993	1 km N of Apison, Tennessee	M3.1	91 km
Nov 1, 2009	1 km ESE of South Cleveland, Tennessee	M3.0	95 km
Jan 21, 2022	16 km NNE of Eton, Georgia	M2.9	74 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	254 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

450 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 107 fatalities, 1,953 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011	EF4	85 km	20
Mar 27, 1994	EF4	49 km	3
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	46 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	74 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	50 km	9
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	21 km	6
Apr 12, 2020	EF3	95 km	2
Nov 30, 2016	EF3	90 km	2
Jan 30, 2013	EF3	37 km	1
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	85 km	0
Dec 22, 2011	EF3	43 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	30 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF3	68 km	1
Apr 24, 2010	EF3	98 km	0
Mar 15, 2008	EF3	57 km	2
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	60 km	12
Mar 29, 1997	EF3	98 km	0
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	55 km	3
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	37 km	9
Mar 27, 1994	EF3	76 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	66 km
2024	RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN	4,570	77 km
2021	DUTCH CREEK	3,845	81 km
2014	UNNAMED	3,298	51 km
2019	JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX	3,120	95 km
2016	UNNAMED	2,908	66 km
2023	SMITH MOUNTAIN	2,807	92 km
1987	STATEC0045	2,669	92 km
2024	RX - O11 TOWEE O12 WILDCAT	2,597	99 km
2024	RX - O33 ROCK CREEK_SEED ORCHARD	2,445	92 km
2006	UNNAMED	2,405	96 km
2007	WILDCAT BRANCH WFIRE	2,285	96 km
2018	RUFF CREEK	2,281	68 km
2021	UNNAMED	2,199	59 km
2023	TRAIL RIDGE FY23	2,085	86 km
2013	UNNAMED	1,998	86 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,866	58 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,806	94 km
2014	SOUTH EAST COMPLEX	1,753	96 km
1999	PIGEON ROOST	1,729	68 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	39°F (4°C)	5.1 in	Coldest
February	43°F (6°C)	4.6 in
March	50°F (10°C)	4.8 in
April	58°F (14°C)	4.2 in
May	65°F (19°C)	3.9 in
June	72°F (22°C)	3.6 in	Driest
July	76°F (24°C)	5.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	75°F (24°C)	4.9 in
September	70°F (21°C)	4.0 in
October	59°F (15°C)	4.3 in
November	49°F (10°C)	4.3 in
December	43°F (6°C)	5.0 in

Waleska has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 39°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (3.6").

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Waleska is located in Cherokee County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 28.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 16% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.1% of the vote, a 39-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 638 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 59.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%

D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	8
Avg Accident Severity	3.4 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.2%
	16% below US avg
High School+	94.4%
Graduate Degree+	13.4%
School Test Score	6.34

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	449/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi
County	Cherokee County County

Services

Broadband Access	82.4%
Avg Download Speed	161.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	47.5 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	7
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	638
Restaurants	455
Retail Stores	721

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.6 min
Drive Alone	59.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.2%

Average costs for common services in Waleska. 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	$888
Toddler	$813
Preschool	$775
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$706
Toddler	$662
Preschool	$667

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cherokee County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	12,186	728	$37,138	1.64
Accommodation & Food Services	9,854	498	$23,104	1.46
Health Care & Social Assistance	9,634	729	$62,059	0.90
Construction	6,589	995	$81,117	1.69
Manufacturing	6,214	265	$63,727	1.02
Administrative & Waste Services	3,858	550	$54,154	0.88
Professional & Technical Services	3,751	1,155	$75,385	0.73
Other Services	2,469	528	$41,354	1.10
Wholesale Trade	2,141	400	$91,875	0.73
Finance & Insurance	1,872	423	$79,042	0.62
Arts & Entertainment	1,731	136	$26,394	1.39
Educational Services	1,072	111	$31,153	0.70
Transportation & Warehousing	1,022	160	$73,778	0.32
Real Estate	850	373	$60,764	0.74
Information & Technology	666	191	$109,064	0.48
Unclassified	305	616	$69,777	2.94
Agriculture & Forestry	129	34	$76,116	0.21
Utilities	80	10	$103,770	0.28
Management of Companies	60	29	$68,279	0.05
Mining & Oil/Gas	55	6	$77,594	0.20

Colleges & Universities in Waleska

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Reinhardt University	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	1,251	55.2%	$28,420	$28,420

Schools in Waleska

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
R. M. Moore Elementary School	Elementary	1,021	86	11.9:1

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Radio Stations near Waleska

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
99x Atlanta AAC	alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
RADIO CAFE LEPA ( EEUU.) fono +16787704169 DJ MONKEY	alternative rock, classic rock	MP3 192 kbps
WDJY 99.1 FM	talk	MP3 128 kbps
MSBN FM 99.1	christian contemporary	MP3 128 kbps
New Country 101 FIVE	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
Mountain Town FM	blues, eclectic	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Waleska

26 campgrounds found near Waleska.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
DOLL MOUNTAIN DAY USE AREA SHELTER	5.0/5	1	$30
SWEETWATER DAY USE AREA (GA)	5.0/5	1	$125
WOODRING DAY USE AREA SHELTER	5.0/5	1	$30
LANIER PARK SHELTER (GA)	4.9/5	1	$50
GALT'S FERRY DAY USE AREA (GA)	4.8/5	1	$125
COOPER BRANCH No 2 DAY USE AREA (GA)	4.7/5	1	$50
RIVERSIDE PARK DAY USE AREA (GA)	4.7/5	2	$75, $175
DOLL MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	49	$26, $100
VICTORIA CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	72	$24, $34
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
COOPER'S FURNACE DAY USE AREA (GA)	4.2/5	2	$75
PAYNE CAMPGROUND-ALLATOONA LAKE	4.2/5	56	$24, $68
DAMSITE DAY USE AREA SHELTER	4.0/5	1	$30
NORTHBANK DAY USE AREA SHELTER	4.0/5	2	$30, $50
SAWNEE	4.0/5	60	Free
Toccoa River Sandy Bottoms Campground	4.0/5	6	$8, $16
WEST BANK PARK SHELTERS (GA)	3.6/5	2	$50
BUFORD DAM PARK SHELTERS (GA)	3.4/5	3	$50
REREG DAM DAY USE AREA SHELTER	3.0/5	1	$50

National Parks Near Waleska

28 national parks and monuments found near Waleska.

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 Bend 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
Don Carter State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Yargo State Park	State Park	Free
Hard Labor Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Harrison Bay	State Park	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
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
Panola Mountain 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 Waleska

64 trails found near Waleska.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
PINHOTI	56.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BENTON MACKAYE	46.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
PINHOTI	23.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BENTON MACKAYE	14.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
TOCCOA CANOE TRAIL	13.4	WATER	-	-	-
APPALACHIAN APPROACH TRAIL	8.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
HIKE INN LODGE	5.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
BENTON MACKAYE	5.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
FLAT CREEK LOOP	5.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	-
TATUM LEAD OHV TRAIL	5.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
STANLEY GAP	4.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	-
ROCK CREEK ATV	4.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BULL MOUNTAIN	4.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes
JAKE MOUNTAIN TRAIL	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BARE HARE TRAIL	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
JAKE/BULL CONNECTOR TRAIL	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FDR-872 JONES CREEK DAM TRAIL	3.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLACK BRANCH TRAIL	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LANCE CREEK TRAIL	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MILL SHOALS TRAIL	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
MOSS CREEK TRAIL	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HIGHTOWER LOOP	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BENTON MACKAYE	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
FDR-83 BULL MOUNTAIN CUTOFF	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
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	-	-
TURNER CREEK TRAIL	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COOPER CREEK	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
WHISSENHUNT LOOP	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
BENTON MACKAYE	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
BENTON MACKAYE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
FDR-23A-NIMBLEWILL BRANCH	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WHOOP-DE-DOS	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
FDR-662A WEST CANE CREEK TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
STANLEY CREEK	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
NIMBLEWILL BRANCH -C SPUR	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
PARALLEL TRAIL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RIDGE TOP TRAIL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
COOPER CREEK	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
PEEPLES LAKE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	-	-
COPPERHEAD TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
RATTLESNAKE TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	-
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

Historical Trends - Waleska

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	698	$46,250
2015	880	$39,250
2017	891	$47,500
2019	965	$55,417
2021	734	-
2023	971	$52,500

Museums in Waleska

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BUFFINGTON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$34,557,486
ROGERS CONTEMPORARY NATIVE AMERICAN ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$34,557,486
GEORGIA MUSEUMS	GENERAL MUSEUM	4 EAST CHURCH STREET	7703823818	$5,627,256
GEORGIA STATE PARKS AND HISTORIC SITES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7703838900	$1,788,171
CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7703453288	$158,668
CANTON ST PAUL AND PACIFIC RAILWAY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6782502468	$15,688
AIR ACRES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7705176090
ALPHARETTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE GUILD	GENERAL MUSEUM
BARTOW HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		7703823818
CHEROKEE COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DEANS STORE	GENERAL MUSEUM		7709240406
ETOWAH VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	115 WEST CHEROKEE AVENUE	7706068862
GIPP MUSEUMS	GENERAL MUSEUM		4044196319
MARBLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7707352211
MARBLE VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	14 NORTH MAIN STREET	7062531141
PINE LOG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7703826676
ROCK BARN PROJECT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHERN MUSEUM OF ADVERTISING MEMORABILIA	GENERAL MUSEUM
STROZIER HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TELLUS SCIENCE MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	100 TELLUS DRIVE
WEINMAN WILLIAM MINERAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7703860576

Libraries in Waleska

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
ARLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	200 N COOPER ST	0.0	1,401,326
SEQUOYAH REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM	116 BROWN INDUSTRIAL PARKWAY	0.0	666,963

Farmers Markets in Waleska

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Canton Farmers Market	130 E Main Street	May to September	Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Jasper Farmers Market	Park and Ride, Stegall Drive	04/07/2018 to 12/22/2018	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;
River Church Farmers Market	2335 Sixes Rd.				Visit
Sweet Apple Farmers & Artisans Market	320 Hardscrabble Road	04/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Thu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Waleska Farmers Market at Reinhardt University	7300 Reinhardt Circle	05/15/2014 to 09/04/2014	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Woodstock Farm Fresh Market	Market Street and Elm Street	04/21/2018 to 12/29/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Restaurants in Waleska

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Garland Mountain Grill

Cafes in Waleska

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Bean and Biscuit

Theatres in Waleska

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Theater Building

Monuments in Waleska

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Donor Plaza

Veterinaries in Waleska

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Waleska Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Waleska

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chevron

Valero

Golf Courses in Waleska

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Callahan Golf Links

Breweries in Waleska

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Anheuser-busch Brewery Cartersville	Brewery, Building, and Office	100 Busch Dr N E	7703862000	Visit
Dry Country Brewing Co	Brewers	916 Dooney Dr	6789100113
Reformation Brewery	Food & Drink, Tours & Activities, Breweries, Brewery Tours, Beer Tastings & Tours	500 Arnold Mill Way	6783410828

Pharmacies in Waleska

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
NORTHSIDE HEALTH MART PHARMACY	6824 REINHARDT COLLEGE PARKWAY	770-479-2172

EV Charging Stations in Waleska

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Reinhardt University - East Hall Parking Lot	7300 Reinhardt College Cir	SWTCH	2	J1772	public
Reinhardt University - Hill Freeman Library	7300 Reinhardt College Cir	SWTCH	2	J1772	public
Reinhardt University - Roberts Hall	7300 Reinhardt College Cir	SWTCH	2	J1772	private
Swtch Energy	7300 Baxter Cir	SWTCH	3	J1772	private
Swtch Energy	7300 Lance Ave	SWTCH	1	J1772	public
SWTCH Energy Inc.	Alumni Cir	SWTCH	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Waleska

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1079 OLD CANTON ROAD (57492)	LTOWER	96
220 East Valley Road NE (72026)	LTOWER	95
36 Hidden Valley lane SW (41926)	LTOWER	69
1070 Tower Drive	LTOWER	69
420 CENTER RD	TOWER	62
420 CENTER RD	TOWER	62
Monument Road (124700)	MTOWER	61
671 Carter Mountain Road (71823)	MTOWER	60
6086 Monument Road (71827)	LTOWER	33

Bridges in Waleska

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Steel	1942	33	8,530	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1952	136	6,220	F
Culvert	Concrete	1952	21	6,220	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	200	2,290	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	43	2,290	G
Culvert	Concrete	1988	72	1,290	F
Culvert	Concrete	1988	61	450	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1990	52	450	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1984	160	366	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1970	160	320	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2005	203	240	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1987	42	120	G

Superfund Sites Near Waleska

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ANHEUSER-BUSCH INC	100 BUSCH DRIVE	BARTOW
ATLANTIC STEEL CO/CARTERSVILLE P	384 OLD GRASSDALE RD	BARTOW

Airports Near Waleska

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport	ATL	Large Airport
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)	CHA	Medium Airport
Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field	-	Medium Airport
DeKalb Peachtree Airport	PDK	Medium Airport
Dobbins Air Reserve Base	MGE	Medium Airport
Fulton County Airport Brown Field	FTY	Medium Airport
Richard B Russell Airport	RMG	Medium Airport
Air Acres Airport	-	Small Airport
Ayresouth Airport	-	Small Airport
Barwick Lafayette 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
Chattahoochee Air Park	-	Small Airport
Cherokee County Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Chukkar Farm Ultralightport	-	Small Airport
Collegedale Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Covington Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Dalton Municipal Airport	DNN	Small Airport
Dawson Field	-	Small Airport
Deer Crossing Airport	-	Small Airport
Diamond R Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Earl L. Small Jr. Field/Stockmar Airport	-	Small Airport
Ebeneezer Airport	-	Small Airport
Elliott Field	-	Small Airport
Erlen Airport	-	Small Airport
Etowah Bend Gliderport	-	Small Airport
Etowah Fields Airport	-	Small Airport
Falcons Aerie Airport	-	Small Airport
Flying G Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Gilmer County Airport	-	Small Airport
Gwinnett County Briscoe Field	LZU	Small Airport
High Valley Airpark	-	Small Airport
Jim's Private Airport	-	Small Airport
Karlovich Airport	-	Small Airport
Kolibri Airport	-	Small Airport
Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport	GVL	Small Airport
Lenora Airport	-	Small Airport
Little Airport	-	Small Airport
Lola Landing Airport	-	Small Airport
Lt World Airport	-	Small Airport
Lucky Lairds Landing Airport	-	Small Airport
Lumpkin County Wimpys Airport	-	Small Airport
Lyons Landing Airport	-	Small Airport
Martin Campbell Field	-	Small Airport
Miller Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Moore Airport	-	Small Airport
Petty Farms Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Waleska

20 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Ball Ground Police Department
Bartow County Sheriff	104 Zena Drive
Cherokee County Sheriff - Bridgemill Precinct	9550 Bells Ferry Road
Cherokee County Sheriff - Hickory Flat Precinct	7675 Vaughn Road
Cherokee County Sheriff - Oak Grove Precinct	100 Ridge Mill Court
Cherokee County Sheriff - Waleska Precinct	9081 Fincher Road
Cherokee County Sheriff Headquarters and Detention Center
Cherokee County Sheriff South Precinct
Cherokee County Sheriff West Precinct
City of Canton Police Department
City of Fairmount Police Department
Emerson Police Department	685 GA 293
Fulton County Northwest Precinct Police Station
Georgia State Patrol - Post 3	130 GA 20 Spur
Holly Springs Police Station
Jasper Police Department	55 Dixie Street
Nelson Police Department
Pickens County Sheriff's Office	2895 Camp Road
Sheriff's Office Annex & Georgia Public Safety Training Center - Pickens	339 West Church Street
White Police Department

Grocery Stores in Waleska

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 10225	Other	6882 Reinhardt College Pkwy
Dollar General 23441	Other	2951 Upper Sweetwater Trl SE
Eelam Boys Llc	Convenience Store	14297 Fincher Rd
Waleska Super Thrift	Convenience Store	6839 Reinhardt College Pkwy

Post Offices in Waleska

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Waleska Post Office	7265 Reinhardt College Parkway

Treatment Centers in Waleska

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Georgia HOPE	Both	706-279-0405
Highland Rivers Health - SAIOP	Substance Abuse	770-387-3538

DOL Wage Violations in Waleska

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $38,073 in back wages owed to 34 employees.

Violations

$38,073

Back Wages Owed

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
Candito Construction Corp.	-	-	30183	-	1	$38,073	$1,120	34

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waleska

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABIDING WORD MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 995
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE	HWY 108 E
EMBRACE CHURCH INC	1585 BARRON RD
GOSHEN BAPTIST CHURCH	311 GOSHEN CHURCH WAY
KINGDOM OF GOD MINISTRIES K O G M INC	103 FORT SMITH CT
WALESKA FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	317 MADISONS WAY
YOUTH IN MISSION CORP	5013 PENINSULA WAY

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Bigfoot Sightings Near Waleska

3 Bigfoot sighting reports from the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization (BFRO) found near Waleska.

Name	Year	Description
Report 26262: Couple witness creature crossing road north of Atlanta	2009
Report 1864: Large, Dark Gray form crosses road in front of motorist	1993
Report 3094: Teenager hears vocalization and has encounter with smelly creature outside window	1987

Haunted Places Near Waleska

3 reported haunted locations found near Waleska.

Name	Description
Reinhardt College	Cobb Hall - was built on the site of an old barn which burned early in the school's history. A little girl killed in the fire wanders around the building, appearing in rooms, and giggling through the air vents.
Reinhardt College	Gordy Hall - the unexplained "mangled man" in Gordy Hall and the wandering spirit of Captain A.M. Reinhardt himself, the school's co-founder.
Reinhardt College	Paul Jones Hall - Many of the buildings on the campus of Reinhardt College, a Methodist school founded in 1883 in the northern section of Cherokee County, have supernatural occurrences attached to them. The ghost of a janitor who hung himself in the 65-year-old building's attic haunts the oldest still-standing dormitory, Paul Jones Hall. In that dormitory, the doors open and close by themselves, showers and water spigots turns on and off, and the noises of the suicide can be heard replayed al...

Mines Near Waleska

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

Name	Description
North Georgia Stone	Crushed, Broken Sandstone - Surface (Active)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waleska

What is the population of Waleska?

Waleska has a population of 767 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 449 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 58% female and 42% male.

Is Waleska expensive to live in?

Waleska 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 $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $362,500 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Waleska?

Waleska 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 53.9 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Waleska?

The job market in Waleska faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,044. There are 8,029 business establishments in the area, including 455 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 22.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waleska?

The median home value in Waleska is $362,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $482,504. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $435,000, with homes typically selling within 128 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $867. Fair market rent is $1,023 for a 1-bedroom and $1,203 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,752.

How are the schools in Waleska?

Schools in Waleska score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.2% of adults in Waleska hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waleska?

The obesity rate in Waleska is 33.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 24.0% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 4.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 86.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,430.

What is transportation like in Waleska?

The average commute in Waleska is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 59.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waleska?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waleska is 75.9% White, 14.3% Black or African American, 11.1% Hispanic or Latino, 1.2% Asian. 85.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 14.4% speak Spanish. 3.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.9% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

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