Dalton Georgia Map

About Dalton, Georgia

Dalton is a locality in Whitfield County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of 66,117. The population density is 623.4 people per km². Dalton is located at 34.7698°N, 84.9702°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 30721.

Dalton unfolds across a landscape where rolling hills gently meet the edge of the vast Appalachian foothills, a terrain shaped by ancient geological forces. It lies 27.1 miles south-east of Chattanooga, TN (from Chattanooga, TN: bearing 135°T), and is situated 9.1 miles south of Varnell. The air, especially in the hushed hours of late afternoon, often carries a mellow warmth, a kind of soft exhalation from the surrounding verdure, hinting at the humid summers and mild winters that define this corner of Georgia. Broadleaf trees, their canopies dense and generous, cast shifting patterns of emerald and shadow across the land, a testament to the fertile soil and ample rainfall that sustain them. The quietude here is not an emptiness, but a fullness, punctuated by the distant hum of traffic and the occasional call of a bird, a gentle symphony of the natural and the man-made coexisting. The story of Dalton is intricately linked to its heritage as a hub for the flooring industry, a reputation forged over decades of innovation and hard work that has imbued the community with a distinct character. This economic engine, born from the ingenuity of its people, has seen Dalton rise to prominence, its factories a constant, rhythmic pulse in the region. Beyond the bustling commerce, pockets of history remain, whispering tales of its founding and the diverse peoples who have called this place home. The nearby natural beauty, with its sinuous creeks and wooded expanses, offers a serene counterpoint to the industrious spirit, providing spaces for quiet contemplation and a connection to the enduring earth that underpins the life of Dalton.

About This Dalton Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Dalton, Georgia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Dalton and Whitfield County.

Detailed location data for Dalton includes the ZIP code (30720), telephone area code (770, 678), county seat of Whitfield County (Dalton), and school district assignment (Dalton City School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Dalton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.