Dalton, GA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Whitfield County · Georgia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Dalton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
34,402
2023 ACS
Median Income
$61,236
2023
Median Home Value
$203,100
2023
Median Rent
$924
2023
Median Age
33.6
Unemployment
4.3%
Cost of Living Index
97.1
100 = national avg
Dalton is a city in Whitfield County, Georgia, with a population of 34,402 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Dalton is one of the communities in Georgia.
The median household income in Dalton is $61,236, and the median home value is $203,100. The cost of living index is 97.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $924 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, and the median age is 33.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
34,402
Male
16,937
49.2%
Female
17,465
50.8%
Median Age
33.6
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
14.9%
High School or Higher
30.7%
Foreign Born
28.1%
Veterans
2.8%
Married
35.7%
Avg Household Size
2.8
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.344
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
55.8%
Foreign Born
28.1%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
53.3%
18,350 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
46.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
32,060
English Only
55.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
13,425 speakers
Limited English
20.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
79.9%
Limited English Proficiency
20.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
972
2.8% of population
Disability Rate
17.2%
167 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$61,311
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
917
94.3%
Female Veterans
55
5.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$61,311
Non-Veteran Income
$31,284
Difference
$30,027
96.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
167
Without Disability
805
Disability Rate
17.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
12,695
#1 Ancestry
English
12.1% (4,150)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
6.3% (2,183)
#3 Ancestry
American
4.8% (1,663)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,762
Family Households
7,915
67.3%
Married Couples
4,749
40.4%
Non-Family Households
3,847
32.7%
Single Mother Households
2,088
17.8%
Single Father Households
1,078
9.2%
Living Alone
3,505
29.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
8,223
In Married Couple
4,768
58.0%
With Single Mother
2,700
32.8%
With Single Father
755
9.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$77,109
Married Couple Income
$93,558
Single Mother Income
$49,583
Single Father Income
$71,378
Avg Family Size
2.8
Avg Non-Family Size
2.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
650
Grandparents Responsible
225
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$61,236
-16% vs national
Per Capita Income
$31,047
-16% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.3%
+27% vs national
Gini Index
0.4780
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.3%
-17% vs national
SNAP Recipients
10.5%
of households
How Dalton Compares
Dalton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Dalton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Dalton, GA has a median household income of $61,236, making it the 15,967th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher median household income than 43% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Dalton, GA has a per capita income of $31,047, making it the 16,177th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher per capita income than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Dalton, GA has a poverty rate of 17.3%, making it the 9,091st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher poverty rate than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Dalton, GA has a unemployment rate of 4.3%, making it the 13,586th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher unemployment rate than 56% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Dalton. The median household income here is $61,236.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
-17% vs GA avg
Labor Force
16,794
Employed
16,065
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
14.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
30.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.6
Work from Home
3.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Dalton, GA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$90.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
97.1
100 = national avg
-2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,723
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,982
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$899
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,121
per month
The median household income in Dalton, GA is $61,236, which is 16.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $31,047. The poverty rate of 17.3% is lower than the GA state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4780, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, compared to the state average of 5.2%. The labor force is 16,794. 14.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 78.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,723 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$258,500
Median List Price
$264,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$159
Days on Market
81
Active Inventory
77
Months of Supply
5.5
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$236,618
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,535
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
6.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
14
New Listings
16
Pending Sales
16
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$159
Median List $/SF
$173
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Dalton, GA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Dalton, GA metro area, home prices have risen 354.6% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 97.3%. The 10-year growth rate is 115.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 64.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 14.0%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Dalton, GA housing market rather than Dalton alone.
Metro area: Dalton, GA
Dalton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Dalton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Dalton, GA has a median home value of $203,100, making it the 12,071st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher median home value than 57% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Dalton, GA has a median rent of $924, making it the 11,888th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher median rent than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Dalton, GA has a price per square foot of $159, making it the 11,662nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher price per square foot than 44% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Dalton, GA has a rent burden of 18.1%, making it the 11,708th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Dalton has a higher rent burden than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$203,100
Median Rent
$924
Total Housing Units
12,969
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Owner Occupied
53.7%
Renter Occupied
46.3%
Median Property Tax
$1,533
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$904
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,533
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.76%
of home value
Median Home Value
$203,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,141
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,533) by the median home value ($203,100). In Dalton, GA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.76%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Dalton, GA is $258,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 81 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $159. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,535/month. About 53.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 12,969 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,533. The effective tax rate is 0.76%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
2.43
per 1,000 residents
-6% vs national
Property Crime Rate
19.02
per 1,000 residents
+11% vs national
Total Crimes
741
2024
Violent Clearance
55%
cases solved
Property Clearance
40%
cases solved
YoY Change
+9.9%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Dalton Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Dalton vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Dalton is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Dalton police solve 63% of motor vehicle theft cases but only 28% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 18 | 0.52 | 38.9% |
| Robbery | Violent | 11 | 0.32 | 45.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 55 | 1.59 | 61.8% |
| Burglary | Property | 61 | 1.77 | 27.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 561 | 16.24 | 39.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 35 | 1.01 | 62.9% |
Dalton, GA reported 84 violent crimes and 657 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 2.43 per 1,000 residents is 6.5% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 55% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 561 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 45.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 84 | 657 | 2.43 | 19.02 |
| 2023 | 76 | 769 | 2.21 | 22.39 |
| 2022 | 128 | 845 | 3.73 | 24.65 |
| 2021 | 123 | 655 | 3.68 | 19.62 |
| 2020 | 12 | 56 | 0.36 | 1.66 |
| 2018 | 93 | 987 | 2.75 | 29.17 |
| 2017 | 108 | 981 | 3.16 | 28.66 |
| 2016 | 113 | 1,103 | 3.32 | 32.45 |
| 2015 | 96 | 1,155 | 2.86 | 34.36 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
0
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2018 | Dalton High School | 0 | 0 | indiscriminate | .38-caliber snub-nosed revolver |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
81.5
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
78.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
59.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
12.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
16
Public Assistance
$3.7M
Individual Assistance
$1.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.1M | $1.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Mar 2014 | $283K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2014 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm(s) | Apr 2011 | $1.8M | $232 |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Sep 2009 | $76K | $14K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $7K | — |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Storm(s) | Jan 2000 | $382K | — |
| Hurricane Opal → | Hurricane | Oct 1995 | — | — |
| Tornadoes, Flooding, and Severe Storms → | Tornado | Mar 1994 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall, Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornaodes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 1990 | — | — |
| Drought → | Drought | Jul 1977 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1974 | — | — |
| Tornadoes & Flooding → | Tornado | Apr 1973 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
93
Total Claims Paid
$5,185,711
Avg Claim Payout
$55,760
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
7
Federal Funding
$136,383
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 4 | $47,639 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $58,593 |
| 91.3: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - UPDATE | 1 | $30,151 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Dalton has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are tornado, cold wave, earthquake. The area has had 16 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (4 declarations). 93 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $3,663,361 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,939,353 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 7 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
38.5%
2.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.6%
3.9pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.4%
2.5pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
27.3%
16.7pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.0%
Arthritis
23.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.3%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.6%
Loneliness
37.7%
Lack of Support
25.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.1%
Mobility
15.9%
Cognitive
17.9%
Hearing
7.0%
Vision
7.9%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
10.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Dalton has an obesity rate of 38.5%, which is 2.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.6%, 3.9pp below the national average. About 27.3% of adults lack health insurance. 75.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.9 mi
Hamilton Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Medical Center | 2.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Adventhealth Murray | 12.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | — |
| Adventhealth Gordon | 18.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Chi Memorial Hospital- Georgia | 19.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Affiliate Of Vitruvian Health | 23.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
99,315
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| DALTON UTILITIES | 99,315 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
3.7M MT
Top Emitter
Thomas A. Smith Energy Facility
3.4M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Thomas A. Smith Energy Facility Oglethorpe Power Corp | Power Plants | 3,432,994 |
DALTON WHITFIELD REGIONAL SW MANAGEMENT Dalton-Whitfield Regional Solid Waste Management | Waste | 159,268 |
ALADDIN MILLS - ANTIOCH RD PLA NT Mohawk Industries Inc | Other | 35,443 |
SHAW INDUSTRIES GROUP INC PLANT 4 Berkshire Hathaway Inc | Other | 33,094 |
Mohawk Industries - S. HAMILTON ST. PLANT Mohawk Industries Inc | Other | 22,846 |
Shaw Industries Group, Inc., Plant 80 Berkshire Hathaway Inc | Other | 10,519 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 3.7M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
78.3%
-0% vs national
Public Transit
0.0%
-99% vs national
Work From Home
3.9%
-58% vs national
Carpool
15.1%
Walk
1.0%
How Dalton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
7
2023
6-Year Avg
6
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Nighttime
3
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Dalton, GA covers travel times and transportation modes. 78.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.9% work from home, which is below the GA state average of 9.3%. 15.1% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 7 traffic fatalities from 7 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
85.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.2%
of households
No Internet
10.1%
of households
Total Households
11,762
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
92.5%
of households
Smartphone
87.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
69.7%
of households
Tablet
53.3%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.9¢
per kWh
-30% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-39% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+3% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Georgia averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $151. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Dalton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
99,315
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DALTON UTILITIES | Community | Surface water | 99,315 | 0 |
85.0% of households in Dalton have broadband internet access. 67.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 15.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.1% of households have no internet access. 14.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 99,315 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Dalton is located in Whitfield County, GA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Dalton.
Election Overview
Source: Whitfield County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
10,953
27.5%
GOP Votes
28,655
72.0%
Total Votes
39,828
Margin
R+44.5%
Shift from 2020
R+3.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 10,953 | 28,655 | 39,828 | 27.5% | 72.0% | R+44.5 |
| 2020 | 10,680 | 25,644 | 36,766 | 29.0% | 69.8% | R+40.7 |
| 2016 | 7,925 | 21,514 | 30,362 | 26.1% | 70.9% | R+44.8 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Whitfield County recorded 39,828 total votes. Republicans won the county with 72.0% of the vote compared to 27.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+44.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+3.8pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
265
Total Assets
$2.3B
Total Income
$1.4B
Per 10K Residents
77.0
nonprofits
+19.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
48
Median Assets
$758K
Oldest Active
1944
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.0B of $2.3B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Dalton
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFDalton, GA has 265 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $2.3B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 27 organizations. 48 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 77.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1944.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
316
Total Approved
$194.7M
Jobs Supported
3,334
Per 10K Residents
91.9
SBA loans
+35.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
78
Top Lender
Truist Bank
39 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
280
Total Amount
$172.2M
Avg Loan
$614,960
Median Loan
$305,000
SBA Guaranteed
$132.6M(77%)
Jobs Supported
2,777
Loans
36
Total Amount
$22.5M
Avg Loan
$624,750
Median Loan
$429,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
40
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$35.6M
18% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$890,228
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Delray Grocers Llc | 3 | $5.6M |
| Hope Hull Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| The Whitfield Extended Stay | 1 | $4.8M |
| Becklers Carpet Outlet Inc | 1 | $4.8M |
| Msw Enterprises Llc and Chickamauga Pro | 2 | $4.5M |
| C&h Services of North Georgia Llc | 2 | $4.3M |
| Gladwin Services Inc | 1 | $4.0M |
| C&a Investment Properties Llc | 2 | $3.9M |
| B Pro 1400 Property Llc | 1 | $3.2M |
| Cycle-tex Inc. | 2 | $3.1M |
Dalton, GA has received 316 SBA loans totaling $194.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 280 loans (89% of the total), supporting 2,777 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 36 loans totaling $22.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Dalton is Truist Bank with 39 loans. That works out to 91.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
5
Total Population
98,529
Avg Median Income
-$133,276,840
Avg Home Value
-$133,168,433
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30720 | 27,122 | $65,620 | $225,600 | $965 | 48.6 |
| 30721 | 52,477 | $57,749 | $172,500 | $898 | 126.8 |
| 30740 | 8,159 | $88,665 | $241,600 | $727 | 50.1 |
| 30755 | 10,768 | $70,433 | $184,800 | $799 | 36.8 |
| 30756 | 3 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
Dalton, GA has 5 ZIP codes with a combined population of 98,529. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$133,276,840. The average median home value is -$133,168,433. The average median monthly rent is -$133,332,655.
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