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Ellijay, GA

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Population
2,008
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,283 ft
Median Home Value
$349,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$791/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$48,136
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in GeorgiaPopulation rankingHighest population places in GeorgiaNearest larger communityDalton, Georgia28 miles away · 35,322 residents.

About Ellijay

Ellijay is a mountain city and the county seat of Gilmer County, Georgia, situated at the confluence of the Ellijay and Cartecay rivers. Celebrated for its annual Georgia Apple Festival and serving as a gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the community of approximately 1,927 is served by the Gilmer County School District locally.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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