25 miles northwest of Atlanta, Cherokee County has actively embraced an overall
planning concept, recognizing the importance of preserving the spectacular foothills scenery, while encouraging the growth of a modern community infrastructure.
Cherokee is determined to remain an enjoyable community, filled with marvelous possibilities while providing traditional values.
homes and amenities. Lower property taxes benefit home buyers and the area is attracting numerous residential developers. Interstate 575 and the Highway 92
corridor provide easy access to Atlanta employment markets and to a wealth of
shopping and nearby recreation amenities...
Cherokee Chamber of Commerce is developing a strong industrial, high-tech and agribusiness base. National and international companies such as Herman Miller,
Siemens Energy, Quill, ULMA Packaging have ongoing operations in the county.
A growing population of approximately 170,000 residents, with over 28,000 students
enrolled, Cherokee Public Schools proudly exceeds both national and state test scores.
Cherokee County and growing municipalities each have their own unique stories:
Ball Ground , Canton (County Seat), Holly Springs, Waleska, and Woodstock
| Population Trends in Cherokee County | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population Trends | 1990 Census | 2000 Census | 2003 Estimate | 2004 Estimate | Growth Rate 2003-04 |
| Ball Ground | 905 | 730 | 779 | 791 | 1.5 |
| Canton | 4,817 | 7,709 | 13,195 | 15,094 | 13.9 |
| Holly Springs | 2,406 | 3,195 | 4,420 | 4,699 | 6.6 |
| Nelson | 486 | 626 | 693 | 722 | 3.1 |
| Waleska | 700 | 616 | 718 | 726 | 1.1 |
| Woodstock | 4,361 | 10,050 | 14,889 | 17,214 | 15.9 |
| County | 90,204 | 141,903 | 166,639 | 174,680 | 4.6 |
| State | 6,478,216 | 8,186,453 | 8,864,715 | 8,829,389 | 1.8 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau 2005 | |||||
Square Miles: 424
Housing Units: 60,014
Median Income per Household: $63,138
Taxes: Sales 6% Property: $27.28 per $1,000 of assessed value
Travel Times:
Downtown Atlanta - 40 minutes
Hartsfield/Jackson International Airport - 55 minutes
