Holly Hills Apartments
Closed105 Holly Hills Dr, Calhoun, GA 30701
Dalton, GA
Dalton is the county seat of Whitfield County and the principal city of the Dalton metropolitan area in northwest Georgia. Set just off Interstate 75 in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is the region’s second-largest city after Rome. Dalton is renowned as the “Carpet Capital of the World,” with a long history of tufted bedspreads, carpet, rugs, and vinyl flooring. Its industrial identity is increasingly complemented by solar manufacturing, downtown revitalization, distinctive cultural institutions, and a growing reputation as “Soccer Town U.S.A.”
Recreational Delights
Dalton offers convenient access to outdoor recreation in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The city maintains more than 20 public parks and playgrounds, while Rocky Face Ridge provides opportunities for hiking, scenic exploration, and Civil War history. Disney Trail and Haig Mill Lake Park support walking, biking, fishing, and nature-based activities. The Discover Dalton Pass provides a digital guide to trails, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions across Whitfield County. Lakeshore Park hosts soccer, including Dalton Red Wolves SC matches, and the surrounding region offers additional hiking and biking routes. Downtown streetscape improvements, public art, farmers markets, summer concerts, and community festivals add recreational and social options close to the city center.
Culinary Scene
Dalton’s dining culture reflects both its industrial heritage and its strongly bicultural community. Mexican and broader Latin American restaurants are especially prominent, reflecting the substantial Mexican American population that grew alongside the carpet industry. Traditional Southern cooking, American comfort food, barbecue, and casual family dining are also part of the local scene. Downtown Dalton is the city’s principal gathering area for restaurants, seasonal events, and locally oriented food experiences, including the Downtown Dalton Farmers Market from May through August, a Downtown Sampler, and an annual Beer Festival. Community events such as Gratefull Dalton and monthly CommUNITY dinners emphasize shared meals and civic connection, while churches, restaurants, and home-decor businesses express the area’s Georgia-Mexico cultural ties.
Demographics
- The supplied demographic profile reports 144,160 residents, a median age of 37.1, and a median household income of $67,846—both below the corresponding U.S. figures of 38.9 years and $80,734.
- Dalton has a substantial Hispanic or Latino population. The 2010 census reported Hispanics or Latinos as 48% of city residents, making the community a prominent cultural and demographic influence.
- The 2020 city census counted 34,417 residents, 12,046 households, and 7,470 families. About 26.9% of residents were under 18, while 13.1% were 65 or older.
Population
144,160
Growth 0.53%
Households
52,080
Growth 1.4%
Median Age
37.1
US Median Age 38.9
Median Household Income
$67,846
US Median Household Income $80,734
Sports
Soccer
Dalton Red Wolves SC
American football
Dalton High School Catamounts
Basketball
Dalton High School Catamounts
Baseball
Dalton High School Catamounts
Education
Dalton High School, part of the Dalton City School District
Dalton Middle School, part of the Dalton City School District
Whitfield County Career Academy
Christian Heritage School
Entertainment
Creative Arts Guild
Artistic Civic Theatre
Dalton Little Theatre and the historic Firehouse Theatre
Dalton Convention Center
Quality of Life
Dalton combines mountain foothill scenery, extensive parks, strong community traditions, and an accessible downtown. Revitalization projects have improved walkability and public spaces, while bilingual literacy programs, cultural events, and community meals encourage inclusion. Employment remains tied to manufacturing, but solar expansion is diversifying the economy. Residents also face environmental concerns associated with carpet production and water use.
2022 Population by age
6%
0-4 Years
21%
5-19 Years
7%
20-24 Years
26%
25-44 Years
25%
45-64 Years
15%
65+ Years
Employers
5%
Unemployment rate
Employment sectors
Manufacturing
35.04%
Retail Trade
10.87%
Health Care and Social Assistance
9.4%
Educational Services
7.85%
Construction
7.21%
Accommodation and Food Services
5.95%
Transportation and Warehousing
4.19%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
3.85%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management Services
3.77%
Public Administration
2.53%
Finance and Insurance
2.26%
Other
7.09%