West Whitfield CCD, Georgia
West Whitfield CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
West Whitfield CCD is a geographic entity located in Whitfield County, Georgia. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 16,554. The land area covers 86.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,554 | ±1,181 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,101 | ±408 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 6,633 | ±405 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,101 | ±408 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 532 | ±168 |
| Median Home Value | $229,600 | ±$12,459 |
| Median Gross Rent | $965 | ±$88 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,096 | ±$7,761 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,963 | ±$3,314 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,055 | ±792 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.8% | ±3.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,267 | ±659 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.6% | ±3.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 105,070 (2024)
ID: 189839
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 248, DALTON GA 30722-0248
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dalton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Chatsworth, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Fort Oglethorpe, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ft Oglethorpe, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dalton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dalton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ringgold, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dalton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Dalton, GA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Chickamauga, GA |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dalton State College
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College | 3.8 mi away | 650 College Drive, Dalton, GA, 30720-3797 |
7062724436
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DALTON-WHITFIELD COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 310 CAPPES STREET, DALTON, GA, 30720 |
(706) 876-1360
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Dalton Institute of Esthetics and Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 5.2 mi away | 100 West Walnut Avenue Suite 126, Dalton, GA, 30720 |
7062780065
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LAFAYETTE-WALKER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 305 SOUTH DUKE STREET, LAFAYETTE, GA, 30728 |
(706) 638-2992
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Academy of Allied Health Careers
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College Vocational | 20.2 mi away | 5600 Brainerd Road c-3, Chattanooga, TN, 37411-5336 |
4234994999
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CATOOSA COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 108 CATOOSA CIRCLE, RINGGOLD, GA, 30736 |
(706) 965-3600
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Southern Adventist University
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College | 21.0 mi away | 4881 Taylor Cir, Collegedale, TN, 37315-0370 |
4232362000
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CHICKAMAUGA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 306 COVE ROAD, CHICKAMAUGA, GA, 30707 |
(706) 375-3004
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Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga
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College | 21.2 mi away | 6397 Lee Highway, Suite 100, Chattanooga, TN, 37421 |
4235109675200
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CHATSWORTH-MURRAY COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 706 OLD DALTON-ELLIJAY ROAD, CHATSWORTH, GA, 30705 |
(706) 695-4200
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHICKAMAUGA 2 SW, GA US, located 16.3 miles from West Whitfield CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.7° | 32.9° | 41.8° | 5.34" | 0.3" |
| February | 54.9° | 35.5° | 45.2° | 5.29" | 0.5" |
| March | 63.8° | 41.7° | 52.7° | 5.60" | 1.2" |
| April | 72.8° | 48.9° | 60.9° | 5.15" | 0.0" |
| May | 79.8° | 57.5° | 68.6° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.1° | 66.1° | 76.1° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.9° | 69.6° | 79.3° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.5° | 68.9° | 78.7° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.5° | 63.2° | 73.4° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.2° | 51.2° | 62.2° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| November | 62.0° | 40.7° | 51.3° | 5.13" | 0.0" |
| December | 53.2° | 35.8° | 44.5° | 5.90" | 0.1" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dalton city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| Tunnel Hill city | City | 7.8 mi | — |
| Rock Spring CDP | CDP | 11.3 mi | — |
| Varnell city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Ringgold city | City | 12.2 mi | — |
| LaFayette city | City | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1331393350. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.