lumpkin county

THE FACTS

  • Population: 23,185
  • Property tax per $1,000: $24.79
  • $20.98 Unincorporated
  • Average cost of existing homes: $ 127,800
  • Tax Commissioner: 706-864-2666
  • On the web at: lumpkincounty.gov

Located just 70 miles north of Atlanta in the mountains of Northeast Georgia, Lumpkin County offers new residents scenic communities and ample recreation opportunities. The beauty of the area is apparent in the mountain vistas, the many rivers and Dahlonega's historic downtown square. Retirees, families and second-home buyers are also investing in Dahlonega and Lumpkin County for their close proximity to Atlanta's northern suburbs. Lumpkin is also quickly becoming the choice for investors interested in being a part of the area's excellent commercial potential and quality labor force.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Lumpkin County offers an active lifestyle that is unparalleled in the metro area. Summers that are quite comfortable for the South and moderate winters allow for year-round outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, kayaking and golf. The climate affords a distinct change of seasons, felt to different degrees in Lumpkin's varied elevations, which reach up to nearly 3,500 feet.

Adding to the quality of life in Lumpkin is a nationally acclaimed university, a full-service hospital and a new recreational complex. Good schools, a low cost of living and convenient access to cosmopolitan events also make Lumpkin a winning destination.

Education
Public Schools
lumpkin.k12.ga.us
Board of Education
Lumpkin County School District
51 Mountain View Dr.
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-3611
Elementary schools 3
Middle schools 1
High schools 1 Pupil/Teacher ratio avg. 16:1
Per-pupil expenditures $6,052
School and bus assignment information:
706-864-3611

Avg. SAT Scores
 
Verbal
Math
Lumpkin County 402 494
Georgia 497 496
National 508 520

 

NRT (Norm Referenced Test) Scores
 
Reading
Math
Language
Social Studies
Science
Lumpkin
 
 
 
 
 
3rd Grade
52%
42%
 
 
 
8th Grade
55%
51%
57%
51%
54%
Georgia
 
 
 
 
 
3rd Grade
45%
42%
 
 
 
8th Grade
48%
42%
53%
47%
46%

Colleges & Universities
North Georgia College & State University
College Avenue
Dahlonega, GA 30597
706-864-1400 * ngcsu.edu

Medical
Ambulance Service/Emergency: 911
Poison: 911
Fire: 911
Lumpkin County: 911
Lumpkin County Police: 911
Rescue: 911

Chestatee Regional Hospital
227 Mountain Drive
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-6136
chestateeregionalhospital.com

Lumpkin County Health Department
56 Short Street, Suite A
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-867-2727

Neighborhood Healthcare
95 Morrison Moore Parkway W.
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-3323

Utilities
Electricity
Georgia Power
32 Memorial Dr.
Dahlonega, GA
706-864-3614 * georgiapower.com

Gas
For information on establishing your gas connection and the deregulation of the natural gas market in Georgia with a listing of the
residential gas providers, see our utility connection guide.

Ferrellgas
1879 Highway 52 E
Dahlonega, GA
706-864-6151

Water
Lumpkin County Water and Sewer Authority 706-864-6580

Garbage
Lumpkin County Landfill
Barlow Road
Dahlonega, GA
706-864-6338

Parks
Dahlonega Gold Museum
1 Public Square
706-864-2257
Located in the old Lumpkin County Courthouse, this museum offers a look at Georgia's mining history.

Libraries
Lumpkin County Public Library
342 Courthouse Square
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-3668 * chestateelibrary.org

Post Office
usps.gov
US Post Office
19 Choice Ave.
Dahlonega, GA
800-275-8777

Dahlonega Post Office
72 Alicia Lane
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-2517

Car Tag & License
Community Center
365 Riley Road
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-2666
Third Wednesday of Month
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Miscellaneous

Voter Registration
99 Courthouse Hl
Dahlonega, GA
706-864-6279

Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce
13 Park Street South
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-864-3513 * dahlonega.org