Paulding County, Georgia

Paulding County is a county located in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. Part of the Atlanta metropolitan area, it had an estimated population of 168,667 in 2019.[1] The county seat is Dallas.[2] Eden's Garden State Park

Paulding County
U.S. county
The Old Paulding County Courthouse in Dallas is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Location within the U.S. state of Georgia
Georgia's location within the U.S.
Coordinates: 33°55′N 84°52′W
Country United States
State Georgia
FoundedDecember 3, 1832
Named forJohn Paulding
SeatDallas
Largest cityDallas
Area
 • Total314 sq mi (810 km2)
 • Land312 sq mi (810 km2)
 • Water2.1 sq mi (5 km2)  0.7%%
Population
 • Estimate 
(2019)
168,667
 • Density522/sq mi (202/km2)
Time zoneUTC−5 (Eastern)
 • Summer (DST)UTC−4 (EDT)
Congressional district14th
Websitewww.paulding.gov

History

Paulding County was created from Cherokee County by an act of the Georgia General Assembly on December 3, 1832. In 1851, a portion of Paulding County was used to help create Polk County. Other portions of Paulding County were annexed to neighboring counties (Campbell, Carroll, Cobb, Douglas, Haralson, and Polk) between 1832 and 1874. Between 1850 and 1874, Paulding County was expanded through annexation of parts of Carroll, Cobb, Douglas, and Polk counties.

The County is named after John Paulding (October 16, 1758 – February 18, 1818), who was famous for the capture of the British spy Major John André in 1780 during the American Revolution.[3] André was on a mission carrying secret papers from Benedict Arnold when he was captured.

Geography

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 314 square miles (810 km2), of which 312 square miles (810 km2) is land and 2.1 square miles (5.4 km2) (0.7%) is water.[4] The Tallapoosa River originates in Paulding County.

The county is mainly located in the Piedmont region of the state, with a few mountains located in the county that exceed elevations of 1,000 ft. These mountains are considered to be part of the southernmost extensions of the Appalachian Mountains.

The southeastern portion of Paulding County, from just north of Hiram to north of Villa Rica, is located in the Middle Chattahoochee River-Lake Harding sub-basin of the ACF River Basin (Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River Basin). The very western portion of the county, centered on State Route 101, is located in the Upper Tallapoosa River sub-basin of the ACT River Basin (Coosa-Tallapoosa River Basin), with the majority of the central and northern portions of Paulding County located in the Etowah River sub-basin of the same ACT River Basin.[5]

Adjacent counties

Transportation

Major highways

Secondary highways
  • Dallas-Acworth Highway (Old S.R. 381)
  • Ridge Road (Old S.R. 61 Connector). Connector in South Paulding that runs between SR 92 and SR 61
  • East Paulding Drive (Old S.R. 120 Connector, S.R. 92 Connector and S.R. 176). Road formerly known as Dragstrip Road
  • Goldmine Road (Old U.S. 278/S.R. 6). Former route to Yorkville.
  • Bill Carruth Parkway, formerly known as West Hiram Parkway, originally known as Egg Farm Road
  • Bobo Road (Old S.R. 92)
  • Macland Road (Old S.R. 360). All of Macland Road west of S.R. 120.
  • Mulberry Rock Road
  • Braswell Mountain Road
  • Cedarcrest Road
  • Seven Hills Boulevard
  • Harmony Grove Church Road
  • Dabbs Bridge Road
  • Vinson Mountain Road
  • Brushy Mountain Road
  • Nebo Road

Pedestrians and cycling

Demographics
Historical population
CensusPop.%±
18402,556—
18507,039175.4%
18607,0380.0%
18707,6398.5%
188010,88742.5%
189011,9489.7%
190012,9698.5%
191014,1248.9%
192014,025−0.7%
193012,327−12.1%
194012,8324.1%
195011,752−8.4%
196013,10111.5%
197017,52033.7%
198026,11049.0%
199041,61159.4%
200081,67896.3%
2010142,32474.3%
Est. 2019168,667[6]18.5%
U.S. Decennial Census[7]
1790-1960[8] 1900-1990[9]
1990-2000[10] 2010-2019[1]

2000 census

As of the census[11] of 2000, there were 81,678 people, 28,089 households, and 22,892 families living in the county. The population density was 261 people per square mile (101/km²). There were 29,274 housing units at an average density of 93 per square mile (36/km²). The racial makeup of the county was 90.59% White, 6.96% Black or African American, 0.30% Native American, 0.40% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.57% from other races, and 1.16% from two or more races. 1.71% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 28,089 households out of which 46.20% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.30% were married couples living together, 9.00% had a female householder with no husband present, and 18.50% were non-families. 14.60% of all households were made up of individuals and 3.80% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.89 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the county, the population was spread out with 30.70% under the age of 18, 7.60% from 18 to 24, 38.40% from 25 to 44, 17.40% from 45 to 64, and 5.90% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.20 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.80 males.

The median income for a household in the county was $52,161, and the median income for a family was $56,039. Males had a median income of $38,637 versus $27,341 for females. The per capita income for the county was $19,974. About 4.00% of families and 5.50% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.60% of those under age 18 and 9.50% of those age 65 or over.

2010 census

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 142,324 people, 48,105 households, and 38,103 families living in the county.[12] The population density was 455.8 inhabitants per square mile (176.0/km2). There were 52,130 housing units at an average density of 167.0 per square mile (64.5/km2).[13] The racial makeup of the county was 77.7% white, 17.1% black or African American, 0.9% Asian, 0.3% American Indian, 1.7% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 5.1% of the population.[12] In terms of ancestry, 14.7% were Irish, 11.6% were American, 11.2% were German, and 10.4% were English.[14]

Of the 48,105 households, 47.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 12.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 20.8% were non-families, and 16.6% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.94 and the average family size was 3.30. The median age was 33.8 years.[12]

The median income for a household in the county was $62,348 and the median income for a family was $67,117. Males had a median income of $50,114 versus $37,680 for females. The per capita income for the county was $23,450. About 7.0% of families and 8.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.4% of those under age 18 and 11.8% of those age 65 or over.[15]

Paulding County has been noted for its rapid population growth in the 21st century, often ranking among the fastest-growing counties in Metro Atlanta and the state of Georgia. The rate of population growth increased in each of three consecutive years from 2015 to 2017.[16]

Education
Main article: Dallas, Georgia § Education

Media

The county legal organ is The Dallas New Era.[17]

Recreation
  • Silver Comet Trail[18]
  • White Oak Park
  • Ben Hill Strickland Park
  • Taylor Farm Parks & Recreation
  • Burnt Hickory Park
  • Union Park
  • Samuel U. Braly Sports Complex
  • Mt. Tabor Park
  • Sara Babb Park (City of Dallas)
  • Veteran's Memorial Park

Cities and communities

Incorporated cities

Unincorporated communities

Notable people

Politics

Pauling County is governed by a five-member board of commissioners, including a chairman and four post members. For federal elections, it is located in Georgia's 14th congressional district.

Presidential elections results
Previous presidential elections results[19]
Year Republican Democratic Third parties
2016 68.2% 44,662 27.5% 18,025 4.3% 2793
2012 71.0% 40,846 27.5% 15,825 1.5% 872
2008 68.7% 39,192 30.2% 17,229 1.2% 655
2004 76.1% 30,843 23.3% 9,420 0.6% 251
2000 69.6% 16,881 27.8% 6,743 2.6% 636
1996 57.6% 10,152 32.3% 5,699 10.1% 1782
1992 47.6% 7,180 34.5% 5,212 17.9% 2696
1988 72.6% 7,329 26.9% 2,717 0.5% 45
1984 69.8% 6,048 30.2% 2,621
1980 36.9% 2,845 60.7% 4,686 2.4% 186
1976 20.9% 1,432 79.1% 5,420
1972 73.7% 2,814 26.3% 1,004
1968 19.3% 977 20.2% 1023 60.4% 3,054
1964 43.2% 1,914 56.8% 2,513
1960 25.3% 812 74.7% 2,396
1956 37.0% 940 63.0% 1,599
1952 26.8% 788 73.2% 2,152
1948 9.6% 139 67.4% 981 23.1% 336
1944 36.3% 775 63.5% 1,355 0.1% 3
1940 31.6% 770 67.9% 1,653 0.5% 12
1936 31.7% 645 68.1% 1,386 0.2% 3
1932 12.4% 276 86.0% 1,914 1.6% 36
1928 65.3% 1,301 34.7% 690
1924 41.0% 378 45.4% 419 13.7% 126
1920 73.7% 954 26.3% 340
1916 53.5% 783 45.8% 670 0.7% 10
1912 57.1% 500 40.0% 350 2.9% 25

See also

References
  1. "Paulding County, GA". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved April 14, 2018.
  2. "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Retrieved June 7, 2011.
  3. Krakow, Kenneth K. (1975). Georgia Place-Names: Their History and Origins (PDF). Macon, GA: Winship Press. p. 172. ISBN 0-915430-00-2.
  4. "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
  5. "Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission Interactive Mapping Experience". Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission. Retrieved November 20, 2015.
  6. "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". Retrieved May 21, 2020.
  7. "U.S. Decennial Census". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 25, 2014.
  8. "Historical Census Browser". University of Virginia Library. Retrieved June 25, 2014.
  9. "Population of Counties by Decennial Census: 1900 to 1990". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 25, 2014.
  10. "Census 2000 PHC-T-4. Ranking Tables for Counties: 1990 and 2000" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. Retrieved June 25, 2014.
  11. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  12. "DP-1 Profile of General Population and Housing Characteristics: 2010 Demographic Profile Data". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved December 30, 2015.
  13. "Population, Housing Units, Area, and Density: 2010 - County". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved December 30, 2015.
  14. "DP02 SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS IN THE UNITED STATES – 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved December 30, 2015.
  15. "DP03 SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS – 2006-2010 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved December 30, 2015.
  16. Spigolon, Tom. "Census estimates place Paulding among fastest growing Metro counties in 2017". MDJOnline.com. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
  17. "The Dallas New Era". www.thedallasnewera.com. Retrieved August 10, 2018.
  18. "Silver Comet Trail, Paulding County Information - Georgia". www.silvercometga.com. Retrieved August 10, 2018.
  19. Leip, David. "Dave Leip's Atlas of U.S. Presidential Elections". uselectionatlas.org. Retrieved March 22, 2018.

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