The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 30721 sells for about $259,923, or $183 per square foot.
Prices are down 2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 37 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $948 a month.
ZIP 30721 — Dalton
The 30721 housing market is currently experiencing a period of price stabilization with a median sale price of approximately $260,000. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight decline, the market remains somewhat competitive with homes selling in a median of 37 days. Demand is supported by the local manufacturing sector, though inventory levels remain a key factor in current market dynamics.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and local workers seeking affordable housing options within a manufacturing-centric regional economy.
Median prices moved down 2.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.9% · poverty 17.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 30721, Georgia
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Public schools in the area are managed by the Dalton Public Schools and Whitfield County School District, with performance varying across individual campuses.
The area is subject to standard regional climate risks including seasonal storms and potential flooding in low-lying zones near local waterways.
Dalton is historically known as the 'Carpet Capital of the World,' with a strong industrial base in flooring and manufacturing that continues to anchor the local economy.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Georgia) — Homestead Exemption: Provides a reduction in the assessed value of the property; the state standard exemption is $2,000, which is subtracted from the assessed value before the millage rate is applied. State (Georgia) — Ad Valorem Property Tax Assessment: Taxable tangible property is assessed at 40 percent of its fair market value. The formula for tax due is: ((Fair Market Value * 0.40) - Exemptions) * Millage Rate.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with I-75 serving as the major arterial corridor connecting the area to Chattanooga and other regional employment hubs.
The area features access to local parks, community sports facilities, and proximity to the natural amenities of the North Georgia mountains and nearby lakes.
The rental market is currently balanced with a median rent of $1,400, showing signs of stabilization after recent fluctuations.
The economy is heavily anchored by the flooring and textile manufacturing industries, which provide a significant portion of local employment.
Transportation is dominated by highway access via I-75, with limited public transit options available within the city limits.
Ongoing development focuses on industrial expansion and infrastructure improvements to support the manufacturing sector.
The Whitfield County Tax Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes based on annual market assessments.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and general county/city millage rates.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the proximity to flood-prone areas.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Smash 'N Dash Rage Room513.7 mi
- Just Jump Trampoline Park4.64.6 mi
- Retro Bowl - Dalton4.53.2 mi
- Dalton Convention Center4.65.1 mi
- The Colonnade4.718.6 mi
- North Georgia Ag Fairgrounds4.42.4 mi
- Mack Gaston Community Center4.62.2 mi
- Paradise Drag Strip4.616.7 mi
- Fort Mountain State Park4.812.3 mi
- Heritage Point Regional Park4.51.7 mi
- Cherokee Brewing + Pizza Company4.62.9 mi
- Westside Park (Miracle Field)4.77.8 mi
- AMC CLASSIC Walnut Square 124.21.8 mi
- Red Clay State Historic Park4.815 mi
- New Echota State Historic Site4.816.4 mi
- Prater's Mill Historic Site4.68.1 mi
- Western & Atlantic Railroad Tunnel4.77.8 mi
- Tunnel Hill Heritage Center & Museum4.68.1 mi
- Fort Mountain State Park4.812.3 mi
- Edwards Park4.66.8 mi
- Heritage Point Regional Park4.51.7 mi
- Haig Mill Lake Park4.64.4 mi
- Westside Park (Miracle Field)4.77.8 mi
- Carters Lake Marina & Resort4.719.5 mi
- Nob North Golf Course4.49.8 mi
- Big D Flea Market Inc.4.26.7 mi
- Dalton Mall3.71.6 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.44.4 mi
- Ingles Market4.57.3 mi
- Red Barn Flea Market4.10.9 mi
- Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport4.423.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides various community parks and athletic fields.
Historic district featuring local retail and dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.