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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Dalton, GA vs Athens, TN

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Are people in Athens older or younger than people in Dalton?
- The Median Age in Athens is 7.6 years older than in Dalton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Athens or Dalton?
- Athens housing costs are 7.6% more expensive than Dalton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Athens or Dalton?
- The average commute for residents of Athens is 1.1 minutes longer than it is for residents of Dalton.

Things to do in Dalton?
Dalton, GA is a small city in Whitfield County near Chattanooga known as the Carpet Capital of the World with several carpet mills and showrooms that offer guided tours.

Things to do in Athens?
Athens, TN is a small town located southeast of Knoxville filled with charming attractions such as Texas Roadhouse ideal for guests who looking for authentic southern cooking or Tennessee Wesleyan University with its many activities like art classes and sports; visitors can also explore nearby Parksville Lake offering fishing and other recreational activities.

 Dalton, GAAthens, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock13,961329,725,481
 Median Income$49,656  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock4038.4
 Avg. Home Price$195,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time18.6  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Dalton    10 Reviews
Joshua · Dalton, GA
Beautiful small mountain town!
Over 6 years ago

I reside on the outskirts of dalton near chatsworth ,ga or murray county! I have lived here for 26 years and absolutely love our small mountain town with the blueridge  More

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Morgan  · Tampa, FL
DON'T LIVE HERE WORSE PLACE EVER
Over 7 years ago

DON'T move here. Seriously,I was staying here with family for a short time and boy did I hate it there's no jobs,unless you wanna work at Wal-Mart or you're used to not  More

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Luis · Dalton, GA
Grate Place to grow a Family
Over 7 years ago

I came to Dalton in 1998, I have work in just about any area of the industry. Yes! there is lots of work in the carpet industry, but only very few get to have the best  More

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Reviews for Athens    2 Reviews
Mary · Athens, TN
Athens is great except for the healthcare.
Over 8 years ago

Hi! I live in Athens, TN but am originally from Florida. Athens, TN is a beautiful city right between Chattanooga and Knoxville. We are 2 hours from Atlanta, GA,   More

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Anderlee · Athens, TN
none
Over 14 years ago

i thnik it is fine the way it  More

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