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Calhoun, GA

Calhoun is a city in Gordon County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 16,949. Calhoun is the county seat of Gordon County.

In December 1827, Georgia claimed the Cherokee lands that became Gordon County and other counties. A small town called "Dawsonville" was created and founded in Gordon County, named for an early general store owner. Dawsonville was later renamed "Calhoun" to honor U.S. Senator John C. Calhoun, following his death in 1850.

Gordon County's inferior court called an election to select the county seat, offering voters a choice between a site on the Western & Atlantic Railroad (near Adairsville) or a site more centrally located within the county. Voters chose a site along the railroad, so the inferior court designated Calhoun as county seat in 1851. The legislature incorporated Calhoun in an act approved on January 12, 1852.

On January 5, 1861, Georgia seceded from the Union as a prelude to the American Civil War. Calhounians joined the Confederacy. Most warfare took place elsewhere, but on May 16, 1864, Calhoun was near where Union General William Tecumseh Sherman and Confederate General Joseph E. Johnston postured before the Battle of Adairsville during Sherman's Atlanta Campaign. Oakleigh, the home of Dr. Wall, was used by Sherman as his headquarters at that time. A tornado on March 20, 1888, leveled much of Calhoun. A devastating fire on October 23 of that year destroyed most of what remained.

Calhoun is located west of the center of Gordon County at 34°30′0″N 84°56′33″W (34.499898, -84.942584), along the Oostanaula River where it is joined by Oothkalooga Creek. It is part of the Coosa River/Alabama River watershed.

U.S. Route 41 passes through the center of town as Wall Street, and Interstate 75 runs along the eastern edge of the city, with access from Exits 310, 312, 315, 317, and 318. I-75 leads north 49 miles (79 km) to Chattanooga, Tennessee, and south 68 miles (109 km) to Atlanta. US-41, running parallel to I-75, leads north 5 miles (8.0 km) to Resaca and south 10 miles (16 km) to Adairsville. Georgia State Route 156 runs west out of town as West Line Street, leading 18 miles (29 km) to Armuchee, and heads east out of town as Red Bud Road, leading 8 miles (13 km) to Red Bud. Georgia State Route 373 (East Line Street and Dews Pond Road) leads east 8 miles (13 km) to Cash. Georgia State Route 136 (North River Street) leads northwest 30 miles (48 km) to LaFayette. Georgia State Route 53 passes through the southern part of Calhoun, leading east 15 miles (24 km) to Fairmount and southwest 22 miles (35 km) to Rome.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Calhoun has a total area of 15.0 square miles (38.9 km²), of which 14.9 square miles (38.7 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km²), or 0.64%, is water.

The city's commitment to health extends to its healthcare facilities, including AdventHealth Gordon, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services. Calhoun's community events and health and wellness programs further contribute to fostering a healthy and vibrant lifestyle for its residents. For fitness enthusiasts, Anytime Fitness provides a comprehensive gym experience suitable for all levels, while Elizabeth Brown Pilates offers specialized classes to strengthen the core and improve flexibility. Bradley Wellness Center is another excellent option, known for its group fitness programs and personal training sessions. If you're looking for holistic treatments, ProHealth Wellness Center & Spa offers a range of services including massages and spa treatments. Calhoun Spine Care and Wellness Center provides chiropractic care and therapeutic services. For a more intimate fitness experience, Pure Barre offers barre classes designed to tone and strengthen the body. Stress Knot Salon & Spa is ideal for a relaxing day, offering various spa treatments to relieve stress.

Top sites in Calhoun, GA include Rock Garden Calhoun, New Echota State Historic Site, and Gem Theatre.

Population: 16,924 (2021). Elevation: 663 ft (202 m). Area: 16.11 sq mi (41.72 km²). ZIP Code: 30701. Area code(s): 706, 762.

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What is Calhoun, GA known for?

Calhoun, earlier called Oothcaloga Depot and Dawsonville, lies in the valley that was the heart of the Cherokee Nation and the site of a major Civil War (1861-65) battle. Today it is the center of northwest Georgia’s huge textile industry. The town was named for John C. Calhoun, a former U.S. vice president and senator from South Carolina, in 1850, the year he died. The name change occurred amidst political controversy in which “Calhounites” were a strong sectionalist faction. That same year a popular vote selected the railroad town of Calhoun as the seat of Gordon County. The city was incorporated by the state legislature in 1852.

What are the demographics of Calhoun, GA?

Calhoun is a city located in Bartow County, Floyd County, and Gordon County Georgia. Calhoun has a 2024 population of 18,914. It is also the county seat of Gordon County. Calhoun is currently growing at a rate of 2.54% annually and its population has increased by 11.01% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 17,038 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Calhoun was: White: 70.69%, Other race: 8.55%, Two or more races: 8.35%, Black or African American: 7.08%, Native American: 3.7%, Asian: 1.01%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.61%

Is Calhoun, GA a good place to live?

Calhoun is in Gordon County. Living in Calhoun offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families live in Calhoun and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Calhoun are highly rated.

Sources

City of Calhoun

Wikipedia

Rock Garden Calhoun

New Echota State Historic Site

Gem Theatre

AdventHealth Gordon

Anytime Fitness

Elizabeth Brown Pilates

Bradley Wellness Center

ProHealth Wellness Center & Spa

Calhoun Spine Care and Wellness Center

Pure Barre

Stress Knot Salon & Spa

Georgia Encyclopedia

Niche

World Population Review

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