Ellijay, Georgia, is a scenic North Georgia mountain town known for its charming downtown, breathtaking natural beauty, and relaxed small-town lifestyle. Surrounded by rolling mountains, apple orchards, and the Chattahoochee National Forest, Ellijay offers a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and river activities. Its welcoming community, local boutiques, wineries, and annual festivals add to the town’s warm and inviting character.
Residents are drawn to Ellijay for its slower pace of life, beautiful landscapes, and growing selection of homes ranging from cozy cabins to luxury mountain retreats. Conveniently located near Blue Ridge and just a short drive from metro Atlanta, Ellijay provides the perfect balance of privacy, recreation, and accessibility, making it an appealing destination for both full-time residents and vacation homeowners.
31,976 people live in Elijay, where the median age is 50 and the average individual income is $34,175. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Elijay, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Campbell Valley Farmstead, Ellijay Excursions, and El Señor de los Raspados.
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| Dining | 1.53 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.53 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.78 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.59 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.48 miles | 13 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.55 miles | 26 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.26 miles | 21 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.7 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.47 miles | 154 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 1.36 miles | 55 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.89 miles | 12 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 2.1 miles | 47 reviews | 4.7/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.45 miles | 4 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 1.59 miles | 8 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 1.54 miles | 22 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.56 miles | 25 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Elijay has 12,612 households, with an average household size of 2.52. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Elijay do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,976 people call Elijay home. The population density is 75.02 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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