Living in Whitfield County, Georgia

Whitfield County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 104,216, part of the Dalton, GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Dalton, Varnell, Tunnel Hill.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $720/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $225K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Whitfield County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.