Ellijay

Home to eleven apple orchards with over twenty-two varieties of apples.
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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.

31,976 people live in Ellijay, where the median age is 50 and the average individual income is $34,175. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,976

Total Population

50 years

Median Age

Medium

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

$34,175

Average individual Income

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 Ellijay Excursions, North Georgia Wine Trips, and Campbell Valley Farmstead.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.53 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.59 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.53 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.78 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.55 miles 25 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 1.56 miles 6 reviews 4.8/5 stars

Ellijay has 12,612 households, with an average household size of 2.52. 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. 31,976 people call Ellijay home. The population density is 75.02 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,976

Total Population

Medium

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

50

Median Age

50.14 / 49.86%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9: 10.11%

0-9 Years

10-17: 8.48%

10-17 Years

18-24: 6.41%

18-24 Years

25-64: 48.65%

25-64 Years

65-74: 16.59%

65-74 Years

75+: 9.77%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 3392 (17%)
  • High School Degree 8359 (43%)
  • Associate Degree 2571 (13%)
  • Bachelor Degree 3515 (18%)
  • Graduate Degree 1646 (8%)
12,612

Total Households

2.52

Average Household Size

$34,175

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 3,121 (25%)

Without Children: 9,491 (75%)

Marital Status

Married 45%
Single 18%
Divorced 12%
Separated 3%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 12%

White Collar: 88%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 10%
15 to 29 Minutes 14%
30 to 59 Minutes 9%
60+ Minutes 6%
Primary Schools (3)
Middle Schools (1)
High Schools (1)
Mixed Schools (2)
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
Category
Grades
School rating
Clear Creek Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
Ellijay Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
3/5
Mountain View Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5

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