Gilmer is home to some of Georgia’s most picturesque landscapes with its lush forests, meadows of wildflowers, fresh apples, and serene lakes, all spread across the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which initiate the Appalachian Trail.

Gilmer County’s towns and cities offer every amenity imaginable, historic charm, a strong sense of community and endless opportunities for entertainment, economic success and personal serenity. The county seat, Ellijay, is known for it’s fine dining, celebration of the arts, and music festivals.

County Seat – Ellijay
County Population – 28,389
Median Home Price – $134,100
Municipalities – East Ellijay and Ellijay.

COUNTY OFFICES
Main Contact Information
www.gilmercounty-ga.gov
(706) 635-4361

Animal Control
706-635-2166

Driver’s License/Car Registration
(706) 635-4672

Municipalities
East Ellijay
www.eastellijay.georgia.gov
(706) 276-3111

Ellijay

UTILITIES
Electricity
Amicalola Electric
www.amicalolaemc.com
(706) 276-AEMC

Georgia Power
www.georgiapower.com
(706) 276-3411

Gas Companies
AmeriGas
www.amerigas.com
706) 276-4882

Ferrell Gas
www.ferrellgas.com
(706) 632-5754

Water and Sewer
Gilmer County Water/Sewage
(706) 276-2779

Appalachain Waste Systems L.L.C.
(706) 276-2779

Telephone
Ellijay Telephone
(706) 276-2271

EDUCATION
Public Schools
www.gilmerschools.com
(706) 276-5000

HOSPITALS
North Georgia Medical Center
www.northgeorgiamedicalcenter.com
(706) 276-4741

All Emergencies
911

LIBRARIES
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