Tunnel Hill, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,122 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$183,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$369 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$748 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Whitfield County
4
Dalton Metro Area
3
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Whitfield County
5
Dalton Metro Area
4
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 1 37
Feb 5 1 42
Mar 5 0 49
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 2 0 59
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, GA State Senate District 54, GA State House District 2, GA
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Schools

Tunnel Hill Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
New Hope Elementary School
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
New Hope Middle School
3 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Dalton State College
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
Southern Adventist University
13 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Hamilton Medical Center
6 miles, S • 4.1 star
Adventhealth Murray
15 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Parkridge Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
88 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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