Nelson city, Georgia
Official LSAD Designation: Nelson city • Census GEOID: 1354572
• Cherokee County / Pickens County
Nelson city is an incorporated city in Cherokee County, Pickens County, Georgia. According to official records from the Census (2025), Nelson city had an estimated population of 1,172 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Nelson city (GEOID 1354572).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Nelson
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
PO BOX 100, NELSON GA 30151-0100
County Of Cherokee
County
Official Title:
County Manager
Address:
1130 BLUFFS PKWY, CANTON GA 30114-5632
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $89,375 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $255,000 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 2.81 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).