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Epworth, GA
Census-designated place in Fannin County, Georgia.
Population
1,994
Land area
1sq mi
People per sq mi
1,932
ZIP codes
0
Epworth and its ZIP codes
Epworth at a glance
- Epworth is about 10 times as dense as Georgia as a whole.
- Households here earn a median of $67,176 a year, 13% less than the Georgia figure of $77,353.
- A typical owner-occupied home is valued at $139,500 (54% below Georgia) and median rent is $1,303 a month.
Local data for Epworth, GA
Counts from official public data
Housing and community stats
Epworth, GA, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$67,176
Poverty rate
40.6%
Median home value
$139,500
Median rent
$1,303/mo
Homeownership
47.4%
Bachelor's or higher
7.9%
Median age
24.9
Average commute
15.4 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: Mexican Americans (244), Irish Americans (36), German Americans (33).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Fannin County. PPP loans are for Epworth.
Unemployment rate
3.2%
Aug 2026, -0.2 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$45,821
7,675 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$58,012
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$252M
FY 2026, $9,942 per person
How people get to work
Epworth, GA, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone65.3%
- Carpooled34.7%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked0.0%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home0.0%
Average one-way commute: 15.4 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Epworth, GA, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Top: landslide
Storm events since 1996
375
Countywide, mostly thunderstorm wind
Flood insurance policies
291
1.7% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
87° / 25°F
59.3 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Epworth, GA, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
37.2%
U.S. 33.3% +3.9 pts
Diabetes
14.7%
U.S. 12.1% +2.6 pts
Smoking
15.5%
U.S. 12.8% +2.7 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
12.1%
U.S. 11.1% +1.0 pts
Cities near Epworth
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| McCaysvilleCity | 2 mi | 1.5 |
| Copperhill, TNCity | 3.5 mi | 1.8 |
| Ducktown, TNCity | 5.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Mineral BluffCensus-designated place | 6.3 mi | 1.4 |
| Blue RidgeCity | 6.8 mi | 2.7 |
| MorgantonCity | 9.4 mi | 0.8 |
| Cherry LogCensus-designated place | 11 mi | 1.1 |
| Farner, TNCensus-designated place | 14 mi | 1.5 |
| EllijayCity | 20 mi | 3.6 |
| Conasauga, TNCensus-designated place | 20 mi | 0.4 |
| East EllijayCity | 20 mi | 3.3 |
| Benton, TNTown | 22 mi | 3 |
| Murphy, NCTown | 22 mi | 2.6 |
| Coker Creek, TNCensus-designated place | 22 mi | 1.9 |
| Ocoee, TNCensus-designated place | 22 mi | 0.9 |
| Delano, TNCensus-designated place | 23 mi | 3.8 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Epworth, GA in?
- Epworth is in Fannin County, Georgia.
- What is the population of Epworth, GA?
- About 1,994 people live in Epworth, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Epworth?
- Nearby places include McCaysville (2 mi), Copperhill, TN (3.5 mi), Ducktown, TN (5.8 mi), Mineral Bluff (6.3 mi), Blue Ridge (6.8 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023