Gainesville is a city in Hall County in Georgia.  Because of its large number of poultry processing plants, it is often called the chicken capital of the world. Whether you're a long-time resident, a newcomer or just visiting, Hall County offers a wealth of opportunities that few communities can match. Hall County Government is committed to preserving this high quality of life through efficient and responsible delivery of public services.

Located on the shores of Lake Lanier and at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this City of Excellence is the economic center of Northeast Georgia.

If there is such as thing as a perfect place to make a living and raise a family, Gainesville, Georgia would rank near the top of the list. The reason: an ideal balance between the business environment and quality of life. The thriving economic environment attracts shopping, medical, financial and educational services and institutions that are second to none.

Newcomers to Hall County quickly discover what residents have known for generations: Northeast Georgia generally - and Hall County specifically - offers the best quality of life in the Southeast. For nearly two centuries, Hall County has been the focal point for arts, education, government and business in Northeast Georgia. Lake Lanier and the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains provide a beautiful backdrop for Hall County's varied mix of agricultural, industrial, health-care and retail industries.

Gainesville, Georgia offers educational opportunities for students from kindergarten through college that are among the best in Georgia. An outstanding public school system, several private schools, a public two-year college, a private university and a technical college provide educational choices that are unmatched in the region. In addition, eight major universities are located within an hour's drive of Gainesville, Georgia.

With more than 20 active local arts organizations, Gainesville and Hall County, Georgia offer an exciting array of theater and symphony, art exhibits and cultural programs. From Swimming, boating, tennis, golf, hiking, and horseback riding to team sports like football, baseball, softball and soccer, Gainesville, Georgia has a venue and an outlet for every recreational activity.

Gainesville features a stately historic district with charming turn-of-the century homes bordered by mature in-town neighborhoods where giant hardwoods, magnolias and colorful azaleas abound.

Whether you're here to work, play, visit or stay, you'll find everything you need in Hall County. World-class sporting events, top-notch public and private schools, unmatched recreational opportunities, a thriving economy and the country's friendliest residents are at home in Hall.

There is much to see and do in our little corner of the world.

Housing Cost

Single family homes in Gainesville start at around $180,000 while waterfront property can be found starting in the $500,000's.

Demographics

Estimated population in July 2005: 32,444.Gainesville covers 27.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,249 feet above sea level.

Climate

Gainesville, GA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 89.30 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 31.40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 22 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Gainesville is 54.75 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 6.14 Inches.

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