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Young Harris, GA

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Population
797
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,926 ft
Median Home Value
$295,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$767/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$31,316
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Young Harris

Tucked into a scenic valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains of north Georgia, Young Harris is a quiet college town with just over a thousand residents. Daily life here naturally revolves around Young Harris College, bringing historic brick architecture, collegiate sports, and stargazing at the Rollins Planetarium to the heart of the valley. Set right along Highway 76, the town offers a relaxed, slow-paced mountain setting where tree-covered ridges frame almost every view.

Georgia State Route 2 in Young Harris, Georgia

Outdoor recreation is a huge draw for people moving to the area. Georgia's highest peak, Brasstown Bald, rises just south of town for weekend hikes, while Brasstown Valley Resort and Crane Creek Vineyards provide golf, dining, and local wine tasting close by. With its close-knit community feel, crisp mountain air, and easy access to neighboring Lake Chatuge, Young Harris offers a peaceful slice of high-country living.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0ratingBike / Pedestrian CommuteA+98.1rating

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