Paulding County, Georgia facts for kids
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Paulding County
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The Old Paulding County Courthouse in Dallas is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
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Location within the U.S. state of Georgia
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Georgia |
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| Founded | December 3, 1832 | ||
| Named for | John Paulding | ||
| Seat | Dallas | ||
| Largest city | Dallas | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 314 sq mi (810 km2) | ||
| • Land | 312 sq mi (810 km2) | ||
| • Water | 2.1 sq mi (5 km2) 0.7%% | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 168,661  |
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| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | ||
| Congressional district | 14th | ||
Paulding County is a county located in the northwest part of Georgia. It's part of the larger Metro Atlanta area. In 2020, about 168,661 people lived here. The main city and county seat is Dallas.
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History of Paulding County
Paulding County was created on December 3, 1832. It was formed from a larger area called Cherokee County. Over time, parts of Paulding County were used to create other nearby counties. These included Polk County in 1851.
The county is named after John Paulding. He was a hero during the American Revolution. In 1780, he helped capture a British spy named Major John André. André was carrying secret papers from Benedict Arnold, a famous American general who turned against his country.
Geography and Nature
Paulding County covers about 314 square miles. Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The Tallapoosa River actually starts its journey right here in Paulding County.
The county is mostly in a region called the Piedmont. This means it has gently rolling hills. There are also a few small mountains that are over 1,000 feet tall. The highest point is an unnamed hill near Yorkville. It reaches about 1,410 feet above sea level.
The highest true mountain in the county is Vinson Mountain. It stands at about 1,330 feet. These mountains are considered the very southern end of the large Appalachian Mountains chain.
Paulding County's rivers and streams flow into different major river systems. The southeastern part drains into the Chattahoochee River. The western and central parts are connected to the Tallapoosa River and Etowah River systems.
Neighboring Counties
- Bartow County – to the north
- Cobb County – to the east
- Douglas County – to the southeast
- Carroll County – to the south
- Haralson County – to the southwest
- Polk County – to the west
Getting Around: Transportation
Paulding County has several important roads that help people travel. These roads connect the county to other parts of Georgia.
Main Highways
U.S. Route 278
State Route 6
State Route 6 Business
State Route 61
State Route 92
State Route 101
State Route 113
State Route 120
State Route 120 Connector
State Route 360
State Route 381
Other Important Roads
- Dallas-Acworth Highway
- Ridge Road
- East Paulding Drive
- Goldmine Road
- Bill Carruth Parkway
- Bobo Road
- Macland Road
- 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
Paths for Walking and Biking
- Dallas Trail Connect
- Graves Path
- Lindsey Path
- Silver Comet Trail
People of Paulding County
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 2,556 | — | |
| 1850 | 7,039 | 175.4% | |
| 1860 | 7,038 | 0.0% | |
| 1870 | 7,639 | 8.5% | |
| 1880 | 10,887 | 42.5% | |
| 1890 | 11,948 | 9.7% | |
| 1900 | 12,969 | 8.5% | |
| 1910 | 14,124 | 8.9% | |
| 1920 | 14,025 | −0.7% | |
| 1930 | 12,327 | −12.1% | |
| 1940 | 12,832 | 4.1% | |
| 1950 | 11,752 | −8.4% | |
| 1960 | 13,101 | 11.5% | |
| 1970 | 17,520 | 33.7% | |
| 1980 | 26,110 | 49.0% | |
| 1990 | 41,611 | 59.4% | |
| 2000 | 81,678 | 96.3% | |
| 2010 | 142,324 | 74.3% | |
| 2020 | 168,661 | 18.5% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 183,164 | 28.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1790-1880 1890-1910 1920-1930 1930-1940 1940-1950 1960-1980 1980-2000 2010 2020 |
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Paulding County has grown a lot in recent years. In 2020, the population was 168,661 people. This makes it one of the fastest-growing counties in the Metro Atlanta area.
Who Lives Here? (2020 Census)
The 2020 United States census showed the different groups of people living in Paulding County.
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 108,444 | 64.3% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 36,609 | 21.71% |
| Native American | 394 | 0.23% |
| Asian | 1,926 | 1.14% |
| Pacific Islander | 114 | 0.07% |
| Other/Mixed | 8,610 | 5.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12,564 | 7.45% |
In 2020, there were 168,661 people living in the county. These people made up 56,476 households and 44,021 families.
More About the People (2010 Census)
In 2010, the county had 142,324 people. About 47.7% of households had children under 18. Most households (61.5%) were married couples living together. The average age of people in the county was 33.8 years old.
The average income for a family in the county was about $67,117. A small percentage of families and people lived below the poverty line.
Learning and Schools
Paulding County has many schools for students of all ages.
Elementary Schools
- Abney Elementary School
- Allgood Elementary School
- Baggett Elementary School
- Burnt Hickory Elementary School
- Dallas Elementary School
- Dugan Elementary School
- Hiram Elementary School
- Hutchens Elementary School
- McGarity Elementary School
- Nebo Elementary School
- New Georgia Elementary School
- Northside Elementary School
- Panter Elementary School
- Poole Elementary School
- Ragsdale Elementary School
- Roberts Elementary School
- Russom Elementary School
- Shelton Elementary School
- Union Elementary School
Middle Schools
- Austin Middle School
- Dobbins Middle School
- East Paulding Middle School
- Herschel Jones Middle School
- Scoggins Middle School
- Moses Middle School
- South Paulding Middle School
- P.B. Ritch Middle School
- Sammy McClure Middle School
High Schools
- East Paulding High School
- Hiram High School
- Paulding County High School
- South Paulding High School
- North Paulding High School
Local News
The main newspaper for Paulding County is The Dallas New Era.
Fun Things to Do: Recreation
Paulding County offers many places for outdoor activities and fun.
- Silver Comet Trail
- White Oak Park
- Ben Hill Strickland Park
- Taylor Farm Parks & Recreation
- Burnt Hickory Park
- Union Park/Mulberry Rock Park
- Samuel U. Braly Sports Complex
- Mt. Tabor Park
- Sara Babb Park (City of Dallas)
- Veteran's Memorial Park
Communities in Paulding County
Paulding County has several towns and communities.
Cities
Unincorporated Communities
These are smaller communities that are not officially cities.
Famous People from Paulding County
Many notable people have connections to Paulding County.
- Jayne County: A famous punk rock musician.
- Taylor Clark Duncan: An advocate for autism and founder of Alternative Baseball.
- Caleb Lee Hutchinson: A finalist on American Idol.
- Patty Loveless: A country music star.
- Marty Pevey: A manager for the Iowa Cubs baseball team.
- Riley Puckett: A pioneer in country music.
- Ray Traylor: A former professional wrestler known from WWF.
- Travis Tritt: A popular country music recording artist.
- Zack Wheeler: A starting pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies baseball team.
- Shannon and Shannade Clermont: Models and video personalities.
Images for kids
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U.S. Route 278 sign
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Georgia State Route 6 sign
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Georgia State Route 6 Business sign
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Georgia State Route 61 sign
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Georgia State Route 92 sign
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Georgia State Route 101 sign
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Georgia State Route 113 sign
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Georgia State Route 120 sign
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Georgia State Route 120 Connector sign
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Georgia State Route 360 sign
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Georgia State Route 381 sign
See also
In Spanish: Condado de Paulding (Georgia) para niños
