Ellijay

Welcome to Ellijay

Ellijay is located in Gilmer County and lies where two rivers come together to form the Coosawattee River.

Famous as the Apple Capital of Georgia, Ellijay is home to eleven apple orchards with over twenty-two varieties of apples, as well as homemade apple butter, fried pies, and old-fashioned cider. This beautiful town also annually hosts the Georgia Apple Festival in October, which means two exciting weekends of food, art, and crafts. As part of the celebration, the festival also includes a parade and antique car show.

Ellijay is the historic county seat of Gilmer County. With approximately 1,619 living in town, Gilmer County as a whole comprises of 29,000 people. Approximately 8,000 families call Gilmer County their home.

This town is also an Appalachian Trail Community, where mountain vistas and cold, clear rivers abound. Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, Ellijay offers many outdoor activities, such as biking, hiking, and camping. Likewise, golf enthusiasts enjoy the White Path Golf Club.

Like other North Georgia towns, Ellijay has small-town charm and a friendly atmosphere. Hotels, restaurants, antique shops, and art galleries warmly welcome visitors. In fact, the town’s family-oriented events and recently-restored downtown square have made Ellijay a popular destination.

Overview for Ellijay, GA

31,047 people live in Ellijay, where the median age is 49.2 and the average individual income is $30,955. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,047

Total Population

49.2 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$30,955

Average individual Income

Around Ellijay, GA

There's plenty to do around Ellijay, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including El Señor de los Raspados, Ellijay Excursions, and Pueblo Cantina.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the El Señor de los Raspados page on Yelp Search 772 Maddox Dr on Google Maps	Dining	1.78 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Ellijay Excursions page on Yelp	Dining	1.53 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pueblo Cantina page on Yelp Search 35 Highland Crossing S on Google Maps	Dining	3.22 miles	14 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Cartecay Wine & Craft-Ellijay page on Yelp Search 19 South Main St on Google Maps	Dining	1.55 miles	22 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the The Gumdrop Fun Shop page on Yelp Search 71 River St on Google Maps	Dining	1.47 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Bavarian Chocolatier and Fudge Shop page on Yelp Search 4 Northside Square on Google Maps	Dining	1.56 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Ellijay Mushrooms page on Yelp Search 2269 Old Flat Branch Rd on Google Maps	Dining	4.89 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the High Mountain Bread page on Yelp Search 91 Highland Dr on Google Maps	Dining	2.9 miles	12 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the North Georgia Wine Trips page on Yelp Search 10 Broad St on Google Maps	Dining	1.59 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Shack of Ellijay page on Yelp Search 118 N Main St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.47 miles	132 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Chili Dog page on Yelp Search 962 Industrial Blvd on Google Maps	Dining · $	1.36 miles	39 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Blue Ridge Olive Oil Company page on Yelp Search 511 E Main St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	1.93 miles	47 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Hitching Post Beer & Wine Package Store page on Yelp Search 740 S Main St on Google Maps	Dining · $$	2.1 miles	36 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the The Butcher And Bottle page on Yelp Search 24 River St on Google Maps	Dining	1.53 miles	30 reviews	4.6/5 stars
Visit the Mountain Treasures page on Yelp Search 14 N Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.54 miles	9 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the The Ellijay Cigar Lounge page on Yelp Search 9 S Side Square on Google Maps	Nightlife	1.59 miles	5 reviews	4.8/5 stars
Visit the Imbali Wellness Spa page on Yelp Search 58 N Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.52 miles	17 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Heaven Sent Massage of Ellijay page on Yelp Search 9 Russell Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	1.83 miles	4 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Ellijay, GA

Population Households Employment

Ellijay has 12,648 households, with an average household size of 2.44. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Ellijay do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,047 people call Ellijay home. The population density is 72.84 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,047

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49.2

Median Age

49.82 / 50.18%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

12,648

Total Households

2.44

Average Household Size

$30,955

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Ellijay, GA

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Ellijay. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Property Listings

$2,500,000

$1,690,777

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

$1,100,000

$799,999

$549,777

$499,900

$449,889

Welcome to Ellijay

Overview for Ellijay, GA

31,047

49.2 years

Medium

$30,955

Around Ellijay, GA

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Ellijay, GA

31,047

Medium

49.2

49.82 / 50.18%

12,648

2.44

$30,955

Schools in Ellijay, GA

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Property Listings

$2,500,000

$1,690,777

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

$1,100,000

$799,999

$549,777

$499,900

$449,889

Welcome to Ellijay

Overview for Ellijay, GA

31,047

49.2 years

Medium

$30,955

Around Ellijay, GA

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Ellijay, GA

31,047

Medium

49.2

49.82 / 50.18%

12,648

2.44

$30,955

Schools in Ellijay, GA

Explore Other Neighborhoods

Mineral Bluff

Morganton

Cherry Log

Blairsville

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