Cities & Towns in Gordon County, GA
Gordon County, county in Georgia, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 58,780 inhabitants. The county was created 174 years ago in 1850. Its county seat is Calhoun.
There are 5 city/town in Gordon County, GA. The largest city of Gordon County is Calhoun with a population of 17,572. Other cities include, Resaca population 1,089, Fairmount population 743, Plainville population 322 and Ranger population 137
Calhoun
Calhoun, City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States
Resaca
Resaca, City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States of America
Fairmount
Fairmount, City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States
Gordon County is located in northwestern Georgia, about an hour's drive from Atlanta. The county has a population of around 57,000 residents. Here are some of the most notable cities and towns in Gordon County:
Calhoun is the largest city and county seat of Gordon County with around 16,000 residents. It is home to Georgia Northwestern Technical College and historic landmarks like the Curtis Covered Bridge. The Calhoun Downtown Business Association works to revitalize the area.
Fairmount is a small city west of Calhoun with around 900 residents. It originated as a mining town in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Historic buildings line Main Street including Fairmount City Hall and Fairmount High School.
Ranger is an unincorporated town in southern Gordon County known for its arts scene. It has around 300 residents. The historic Ranger Hotel c. 1909 anchors downtown along with antique shops and galleries.
Plainville is a small city located southeast of Calhoun with around 550 residents. It hosts the annual Plainville Pickin' arts and crafts festival. Nearby is the Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site containing Native American mounds.
Resaca is a town situated along the Oostanaula River with around 900 residents. It saw Civil War battles and has historic markers at the Resaca Confederate Cemetery. The annual Battle of Resaca reenactment remembers this history.
Gordon County has a fascinating blend of small town charm, Appalachian heritage, and Civil War history.
All Gordon County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Gordon County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Calhoun | City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States | 17,572 |
| Fairmount | City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States | 743 |
| Plainville | City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States | 322 |
| Ranger | Town in Gordon County, Georgia, United States | 137 |
| Resaca | City in Gordon County, Georgia, United States of America | 1,089 |
