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at-a-glance
welcome
DAHLONEGA

I T’S P U R E G O L D

Dahlonega and
Lumpkin County,
Georgia residents
embrace the
picturesque
views that come to mind of
the Southern Appalachians.

AT A perfect for hiking under the forest Dahlonega Winery
canopy or splashing in a cool
Glance mountain waterfall. Autumn’s • LABOR/EMPLOYMENT •
fiery color display draws “leafers”
• LOCATION • • POPULATION • from miles around. Winter is Lumpkin County labor force
cold enough for sipping hot .............................................. 14,187
Nestled in the foothills of The estimated population of cocoa by the fire, but don’t worry Lumpkin area labor force
about shoveling snow; snowfall ............................................ 139,882
the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Lumpkin County in 2015 was in Dahlonega averages little Average weekly wage...............$630
area is known for its expansive 31,408. The estimated population more than 3 inches per year. Median household income
mountain vistas, roaring of Dahlonega in 2014 was 6,337 ............................................ $42,919
waterfalls and bubbling streams, (Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates) Avg. Avg. Rainfall
postcard-worthy wineries and High(F) Low(F) (inches) (Source: Georgia Department of Labor,
friendly residents. • AREA CODES • Area Labor Profile 2014)
This peaceful country haven January 49 26 7.13
seems like a million miles from 706, 762 • LARGEST EMPLOYERS •
the hustle and bustle of city life. February 54 28 5.87
And yet, Atlanta, the commercial • CLIMATE • Captain D’s
heart of the South, is a mere one- March 62 34 6.93 Chelsea Park Health & Rehabilitation
hour drive from Dahlonega on Dahlonega enjoys a temperate Chestatee Regional Hospital
Georgia State Route 400. April 70 40 4.84 Dress Up Boutique
climate that allows for outdoor Gold City Convalescent Center
recreation year round. In spring, May 77 49 5.51 Home Depot
dogwoods show off their iconic Koyo Bearings USA, LLC
Southern blooms. Summer is June 83 57 4.41 RefrigiWear, Inc.
University of North Georgia
July 86 62 5.20 Walmart

August 85 62 4.88 (Source: Georgia Department of Labor,
Dahlonega-Lumpkin Chamber & Visitors Bureau)
September 79 56 4.65

October 71 43 4.41

November 61 35 5.43

December 52 28 5.63

(Source: U.S. Climate Data)

Distance to Other Southeastern Cities (in miles)

Atlanta, GA ......................................... 71
Birmingham, AL............................... 209
Charlotte, NC.................................... 235
Chattanooga, TN.............................. 108
Memphis, TN..................................... 449
Miami, FL........................................... 731
Nashville, TN..................................... 238
Orlando, FL....................................... 504
Savannah, GA................................... 314

(Source: MapQuest.com)

Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber and Visitors Bureau • (800) 231-5543 • www.dahlonega.org 4