White County, Georgia

County in Georgia, United States

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Not to be confused with White, Georgia.

County in Georgia

White County

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Coordinates: 34°41′N 83°45′W﻿ / ﻿34.68°N 83.75°W﻿ / 34.68; -83.75
Country|  United States
State|  Georgia
Founded| 1857; 168 years ago (1857)
Named after| David T. White
Seat| Cleveland
Largest city| Cleveland
Area

• Total

| 242 sq mi (630 km2)
• Land| 241 sq mi (620 km2)
• Water| 1.5 sq mi (4 km2)  0.6%
Population

(2020)

• Total

| 28,003

• Estimate

(2023)

| 29,026
• Density| 120/sq mi (45/km2)
Time zone| UTC−5 (Eastern)
• Summer (DST)| UTC−4 (EDT)
Congressional district| 9th
Website| whitecountyga.gov

White County is a county in the Northeast region of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 28,003.[1] The county seat is Cleveland.[2] The county was created on December 22, 1857, formerly a part of Habersham County and most likely was named for Newton County Representative David T. White, who helped a Habersham representative successfully attain passage of an act creating the new county.[3]

## Geography

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Unicoi State Park

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 242 square miles (630 km2), of which 241 square miles (620 km2) is land and 1.5 square miles (3.9 km2) (0.6%) is water.[4]

The county is mostly located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Northern parts of the county have the highest elevations, being in the mountains themselves. The highest point in White County is 4,430-foot (1,350 m) Tray Mountain, shared with Towns County to the north. Tray Mountain is the 6th-highest mountain in Georgia. Another very prominent White County peak is Yonah Mountain, also known as Mount Yonah. This 3,143-foot (958 m) peak, located between Helen and Cleveland, is rimmed by sheer cliffs and is the highest point on Georgia's Piedmont Plateau.

All of White County is located in the Upper Chattahoochee River sub-basin of the ACF River Basin (Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River Basin).[5]

### Adjacent counties

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* Towns County \- north
* Habersham County \- east
* Hall County \- south
* Lumpkin County \- west
* Union County \- northwest

### Protected areas

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* Chattahoochee National Forest (part)
* Unicoi State Park

## Transportation

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### Major highways

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* U.S. Route 129
* State Route 11
* State Route 17
* State Route 75
* State Route 75 Alternate
* State Route 115
* State Route 254
* State Route 255
* State Route 284
* State Route 348
* State Route 356
* State Route 384

### Pedestrians and cycling

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* River Bridge Trail
* River Hiking Trail
* Unicoi State Park Trail

* Yonah Preserve Trail

## Demographics

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Historical population Census| Pop.| Note| %±

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|
|

1860| 3,315| | —
1870| 4,606| | 38.9%
1880| 5,341| | 16.0%
1890| 6,151| | 15.2%
1900| 5,912| | −3.9%
1910| 5,110| | −13.6%
1920| 6,105| | 19.5%
1930| 6,056| | −0.8%
1940| 6,417| | 6.0%
1950| 5,951| | −7.3%
1960| 6,935| | 16.5%
1970| 7,742| | 11.6%
1980| 10,120| | 30.7%
1990| 13,006| | 28.5%
2000| 19,944| | 53.3%
2010| 27,144| | 36.1%
2020| 28,003| | 3.2%
2023 (est.)| 29,026| [6]| 3.7%
U.S. Decennial Census[7]
1790-1880[8] 1890-1910[9]
1920-1930[10] 1930-1940[11]
1940-1950[12] 1960-1980[13]
1980-2000[14] 2010[15]

### 2020 census

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White County racial composition[16] Race  | Num.  | Perc.

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White (non-Hispanic)  | 24,959  | 89.13%
Black or African American (non-Hispanic)  | 467  | 1.67%
Native American | 105  | 0.37%
Asian | 159  | 0.57%
Other/Mixed | 1,400  | 5.0%
Hispanic or Latino | 913  | 3.26%

### 2010 census

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As of the 2010 United States census, there were 27,144 people, 10,646 households, and 7,750 families living in the county.[17] The population density was 112.8 inhabitants per square mile (43.6/km2). There were 16,062 housing units at an average density of 66.7 units per square mile (25.8 units/km2).[18] The racial makeup of the county was 95.1% white, 1.7% black or African American, 0.5% Asian, 0.5% American Indian, 0.8% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Those of Hispanic or Latino origin made up 2.4% of the population.[17] In terms of ancestry, 16.0% were English, 14.9% were American, 14.5% were Irish, and 10.8% were German.[19]

Of the 10,646 households, 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.6% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 27.2% were non-families, and 22.8% of all households were made up of individuals. The average household size was 2.52 and the average family size was 2.93. The median age was 42.3 years.[17]

The median income for a household in the county was $41,756 and the median income for a family was $50,981. Males had a median income of $40,265 versus $31,061 for females. The per capita income for the county was $23,680. About 16.9% of families and 19.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.4% of those under age 18 and 12.0% of those age 65 or over.[20]

### 2000 census

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As of the census[21] of 2000, there were 19,944 people, 7,731 households, and 5,782 families living in the county. The population density was 83 people per square mile (32 people/km2). There were 9,454 housing units at an average density of 39 units per square mile (15 units/km2). The racial makeup of the county was 95.16% White, 2.17% Black or African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 0.18% Pacific Islander, 0.51% from other races, and 1.07% from two or more races. 1.56% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 7,731 households, out of which 31.20% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.70% were married couples living together, 8.70% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.20% were non-families. 21.70% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.60% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.91.

In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.20% under the age of 18, 9.20% from 18 to 24, 27.80% from 25 to 44, 25.20% from 45 to 64, and 14.60% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 98.20 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.80 males.

The median income for a household in the county was $36,084, and the median income for a family was $40,704. Males had a median income of $29,907 versus $22,168 for females. The per capita income for the county was $17,193. About 8.40% of families and 10.50% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.30% of those under age 18 and 15.40% of those age 65 or over.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 28,003 people, 11,695 households, and 8,581 families residing in the county. However, the county is challenging the accuracy of the count.[22]

## Communities

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### Cities

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* Cleveland
* Helen

### Census-designated places

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* Sautee-Nacoochee
* Yonah

### Unincorporated communities

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* Mossy Creek
* Robertstown
* Scorpion Hollow
* Benefit
* Leaf

## Politics

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United States presidential election results for White County, Georgia[23] Year  | Republican | Democratic | Third party(ies)

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No.  | % | No.  | % | No.  | %
2024 | 14,136  | 83.73% | 2,609  | 15.45%  | 138  | 0.82%
2020 | 12,222  | 82.41% | 2,411  | 16.26%  | 198  | 1.34%
2016 | 9,761  | 81.94% | 1,674  | 14.05%  | 477  | 4.00%
2012 | 8,651  | 82.21% | 1,671  | 15.88%  | 201  | 1.91%
2008 | 8,467  | 78.41% | 2,174  | 20.13%  | 158  | 1.46%
2004 | 7,403  | 77.89% | 2,016  | 21.21%  | 85  | 0.89%
2000 | 4,857  | 68.96% | 2,014  | 28.60%  | 172  | 2.44%
1996 | 2,959  | 54.59% | 1,864  | 34.39%  | 597  | 11.01%
1992 | 2,477  | 47.37% | 1,756  | 33.58%  | 996  | 19.05%
1988 | 2,648  | 71.65% | 1,028  | 27.81%  | 20  | 0.54%
1984 | 2,369  | 68.49% | 1,090  | 31.51%  | 0  | 0.00%
1980 | 1,175  | 35.75%  | 2,017  | 61.36% | 95  | 2.89%
1976 | 625  | 22.73%  | 2,125  | 77.27% | 0  | 0.00%
1972 | 1,537  | 81.76% | 343  | 18.24%  | 0  | 0.00%
1968 | 762  | 32.36%  | 436  | 18.51%  | 1,157  | 49.13%
1964 | 840  | 35.55%  | 1,520  | 64.33% | 3  | 0.13%
1960 | 662  | 27.06%  | 1,784  | 72.94% | 0  | 0.00%
1956 | 469  | 29.91%  | 1,099  | 70.09% | 0  | 0.00%
1952 | 282  | 19.85%  | 1,139  | 80.15% | 0  | 0.00%
1948 | 59  | 9.37%  | 497  | 78.89% | 74  | 11.75%
1944 | 161  | 18.53%  | 706  | 81.24% | 2  | 0.23%
1940 | 111  | 12.83%  | 754  | 87.17% | 0  | 0.00%
1936 | 161  | 21.18%  | 599  | 78.82% | 0  | 0.00%
1932 | 53  | 5.35%  | 936  | 94.45% | 2  | 0.20%
1928 | 568  | 67.46% | 274  | 32.54%  | 0  | 0.00%
1924 | 158  | 24.31%  | 476  | 73.23% | 16  | 2.46%
1920 | 264  | 55.81% | 209  | 44.19%  | 0  | 0.00%
1916 | 6  | 0.71%  | 639  | 75.62% | 200  | 23.67%
1912 | 11  | 4.03%  | 152  | 55.68% | 110  | 40.29%

## See also

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* State of Georgia portal
* National Register of Historic Places listings in White County, Georgia
* Lanier Meaders
* List of counties in Georgia

## References

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1. ^ "Census - Geography Profile: White County, Georgia". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
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. 251\. ISBN 0-915430-00-2. Archived (PDF) from the original on July 27, 2003.
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 17, 2015.
6. ^ "Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Counties: April 1, 2020 to July 1, 2023". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved March 31, 2024.
7. ^ "Decennial Census of Population and Housing by Decades". United States Census Bureau.
8. ^ "1880 Census Population by Counties 1790-1800" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 1880.
9. ^ "1910 Census of Population - Georgia" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 1910.
10. ^ "1930 Census of Population - Georgia" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 1930.
11. ^ "1940 Census of Population - Georgia" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 1940.
12. ^ "1950 Census of Population - Georgia -" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 1950.
13. ^ "1980 Census of Population - Number of Inhabitants - Georgia" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 1980.
14. ^ "2000 Census of Population - Population and Housing Unit Counts - Georgia" (PDF). United States Census Bureau. 2000.
15. ^ "State & County QuickFacts". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on June 7, 2011. Retrieved February 18, 2014.
16. ^ "Explore Census Data". data.census.gov. Retrieved December 14, 2021.
17. ^ a b c "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.
18. ^ "Population, Housing Units, Area, and Density: 2010 - County". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on February 13, 2020. Retrieved December 30, 2015.
19. ^ "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.
20. ^ "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.
21. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
22. ^ Schneider, Mike. "'Whoa, that's not right': Georgia towns lead census appeals". AJC. Retrieved January 23, 2022.
23. ^ Leip, David. "Dave Leip's Atlas of U.S. Presidential Elections". uselectionatlas.org. Retrieved March 24, 2018.

## External links

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* White County Chamber of Commerce website
* White County Government Website
* White County Historical Society Website
* History of White County, Georgia

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