Explore Kathleen, Georgia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Kathleen |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Houston County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 32.495981 |
| Longitude | -83.607683 |
| Population | 7,800 |
| Density | 480.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 31047 |
| Area Code | 912 |
| County Seat | Perry |
Kathleen endures as a quiet expanse where the red-clay earth meets the sky in a gentle, rolling embrace. It lies 3.4 miles south-southwest of Bonaire, GA (from Bonaire, GA: bearing 192°T), and is situated 8.6 miles south of Warner Robins. Bear Branch carves a soft, winding path through the landscape, serving as a persistent witness to the changing light that settles over the fields at dusk. Beyond the immediate canopy of pines, the land stretches toward the distant, hazy silhouette of Sugar Hill, which marks the horizon fifteen miles away. Two miles from the center, the waters of Mossy Lake hold the reflection of the clouds in a stillness that defines the local pace. Travelers passing through find that the air here carries the scent of damp soil and sun-warmed pine needles, a fragrance that lingers long after the sun has dipped below the trees.
Kathleen traces its origins to the slow, deliberate growth of agricultural life that has anchored the region for generations. The local economy remains deeply tied to the land, balancing a heritage of peach and pecan orchards with a steady shift toward modern residential development. Farmers still tend to the red-clay soil with a quiet diligence, maintaining the legacy of those who first cleared these woods. While the industry has evolved, the primary focus remains on sustaining a livelihood that respects the seasonal rhythms of the piedmont. Small businesses and local workshops form the backbone of the daily economy, ensuring that the labor of the people stays rooted in their immediate surroundings.
Kathleen fosters a cultural character shaped by the steady, unpretentious warmth of its residents. The nearby Oaky Woods Wildlife Management Area offers a sanctuary for those who seek the solitude of the woods, serving as a vital landmark for the community. Life here is measured in the small, recurring events that draw neighbors together, from local seasonal markets to the quiet gatherings that mark the turn of the year. While the area maintains a modest profile, it has produced individuals of note, such as the accomplished musician and songwriter Phillip Phillips, who found his early inspiration within this very landscape. The people of Kathleen carry a sense of belonging that reflects the enduring character of the land itself, where every tradition feels as natural as the growth of the longleaf pine.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Kathleen, Georgia. Coordinates: 32.495981, -83.607683. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Kathleen includes the ZIP code (31047), telephone area code (912), county seat of Houston County (Perry), and school district assignment.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |