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Paulding County
Overview:
Paulding County - the 7th Fastest growing county in the nation with a population of 68,962 offers
its citizens a chance to live in the best of both worlds. The many attractions and advantages of
living near Atlanta are available to them while they enjoy life in a picturesque rural setting
with family-oriented communities and architecture ranging from contemporary to antebellum styles.
A rich combination of both modern and traditional characteristics blend together to create the
friendly spirit that makes our Paulding County unique.
History:
Once part of the Cherokee territory until the "Trail of Tears", the county was formed on December 3, 1832
by the Georgia Legislature and named for Revolutionary War patriot John Paulding.
Many Civil War sites are located in Paulding County, making it a popular vacation site for history
buffs. A monument and memorial park stand at New Hope Church, describing events of the well known
battle fought in 1864 between Generals Sherman and Johnston. Pickett's Mill Historic State Site is
one of the best preserved battlefields in the nation. It is the site of the bloody 1864 battle between
Generals Sherman and Howard at which Union troops trying to flank Confederate lines were turned away
from Paulding County toward Kennesaw.
Paulding County citizens today live in the best of both worlds. The attractions and advantages of
living near Atlanta are available to them while they enjoy life in a picturesque rural setting. Modern
and traditional characteristics blend together. Architecture ranging from contemporary to antebellum
styles can be found here. The communities of Paulding County are family-oriented and boast an excellent
county-wide school system and a wide variety of activities for all interests.
Named for George Mifflin Dallas, vice president under James K. Polk, Dallas has been the county seat
since 1851. A ten acre park and expansion of the downtown area have resulted from its charm and
downtown retail potential.
Paulding County is a beautiful place in which to live or do business. Come find out why for yourself!
County Profile:
Paulding is one of 159 counties in Georgia. It is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA
(MSA). Its 2005 population of 112,566 ranked 16th in the state.
PER CAPITA PERSONAL INCOME
In 2005 Paulding had a per capita personal income (PCPI) of $25,135. This PCPI ranked 57th in the state
and was 81 percent of the state average, $30,914, and 73 percent of the national average, $34,471. The
2005 PCPI reflected an increase of 2.4 percent from 2004. The 2004-2005 state change was 4.3 percent
and the national change was 4.2 percent. In 1995 the PCPI of Paulding was $18,026 and ranked 53rd in
the state. The 1995-2005 average annual growth rate of PCPI was 3.4 percent. The average annual growth
rate for the state was 3.6 percent and for the nation was 4.1 percent.
TOTAL PERSONAL INCOME
In 2005 Paulding had a total personal income (TPI) of $2,829,398*. This TPI ranked 19th in the state
and accounted for 1.0 percent of the state total. In 1995 the TPI of Paulding was $1,063,230* and
ranked 29th in the state. The 2005 TPI reflected an increase of 8.8 percent from 2004. The 2004-2005
state change was 6.6 percent and the national change was 5.2 percent. The 1995-2005 average annual
growth rate of TPI was 10.3 percent. The average annual growth rate for the state was 5.9 percent
and for the nation was 5.2 percent.
COMPONENTS OF TOTAL PERSONAL INCOME
Total personal income includes net earnings by place of residence; dividends, interest, and rent; and
personal current transfer receipts received by the residents of Paulding. In 2005 net earnings accounted
for 81.8 percent of TPI (compared with 81.1 in 1995); dividends, interest, and rent were 7.8 percent
(compared with 9.4 in 1995); and personal current transfer receipts were 10.5 percent (compared with 9.4 in 1995).
From 2004 to 2005 net earnings increased 7.7 percent; dividends, interest, and rent increased 7.8 percent;
and personal current transfer receipts increased 18.6 percent. From 1995 to 2005 net earnings increased on
average 10.4 percent each year; dividends, interest, and rent increased on average 8.1 percent; and personal
current transfer receipts increased on average 11.4 percent.
EARNINGS BY PLACE OF WORK
Earnings of persons employed in Paulding increased from $716,763* in 2004 to $802,634* in 2005, an
increase of 12.0 percent. The 2004-2005 state change was 6.3 percent and the national change was 5.6
percent. The average annual growth rate from the 1995 estimate of $256,689* to the 2005 estimate was 12.1
percent. The average annual growth rate for the state was 6.1 percent and for the nation was 5.5 percent.
Cities & Towns:
Dallas and Hiram
Contact Information:
Drivers License: 404.657.9300
Voter Registration: 770.443.7503
Paulding County Chamber
http://www.thepcoc.org
Helping your business succeed is the business of the Paulding County Chamber of Commerce. From answering
your questions and providing a host of useful information to promoting growth in our county, there are
people working everyday to help make Paulding County a place where businesses thrive and success lives.
Paulding School System
www.paulding.k12.ga.us
The motto of the Paulding County School District is "Committed to Excellence for Our Children." This motto
calls us to step to the forefront in setting high standards and expectations and meeting the accountability
required to ensure school improvement and increased student achievement. The hopes and dreams of more than
18,100 students depend on Paulding County's continuous self-evaluation to provide the highest quality
education possible for our youth. If it can be done anywhere, it can and will be done in our school system.
911
Mumford, David
770.443.7629
770.505.3896
Addressing Manager
Morris, Michael
770.505.1365
michael.morris@paulding.gov
Adult Probation
770.443.7611
Animal Control
Thompson, Tracy
770.445.1511
animalcontrol@paulding.gov
Building Maintenance
Laird, Mike
770.443.7633
770.443.7548
mike.laird@paulding.gov
Burn Permits
770.505.2876
Chief Appraiser
Voyles, Don
770.443.7606
don.voyles@paulding.gov
Clerk of Courts
Shelton, Treva
770.443.7527
770.505.3896
treva.shelton@paulding.gov
Commissioner
Shearin, Jerry
770.443-7516
770.443-7537
commissioners@paulding.gov
County Administrator
Crook, Pat
770.505.1352
770.505.1353
pat.crook@paulding.gov
County Attorney
Skipper, Lani
Talley, Richardson & Cable, P.A. - lani.skipper@paulding.gov
Phillips, Jayson - Asst. County Attorney
Cole, Meredith - Asst. County Attorney
770.445.4438
770.455.2135
Community Development
Bennington, Toby
770.443.7601
770.443.7598
toby.bennington@paulding.gov
County Engineer
Coyle, Bruce
770.445.7466
770.443.9066
bruce.coyle@paulding.gov
County Department Phone Directory
770.443.7500
Deputy Finance Director
Pollard, Tabitha
770.443.7511
770.505.1353
tabitha.pollard@paulding.gov
Department of Public Safety
Smith, Wayne
770.222.1160
770.222.7131
publicsafety@paulding.gov
District Attorney
Lane, Drew
770.443.7561
770.443.7538
drew.lane@paulding.gov
DOT - View Info
Greene, Scott
770.445.4759
770.443.7566
scott.greene@paulding.gov
Environmental Health
Ackerson, John
770.443.7877
Fire/Rescue
Earwood, Mike
770.222.1160
770.222.7131
fire@paulding.gov
Fleet Maintenance
Atcheson, Tim
770.445.9461
770.443.7639
tim.atcheson@paulding.gov
GIS Manager
Morris, Michael
770.505.1365
770.443.7539
michael.morris@paulding.gov
Human Resources
Acker, Brian
770.443.7521
770.443.7558
brian.acker@paulding.gov
Juvenile Court
Miller, Sandra
770.443.7532
770.443.2029
Magistrate Judge
Valbuena, Martin
770.443.7533
martin.valbuena@paulding.gov
Marshal
770.222.1160
770.222.7131
marshal@paulding.gov
Parks and Recreation
Justus, Michael
770.445.8065
770.443.7518
michael.justus@paulding.gov
Permit and Inspection
770.443.7571
770.443.7501
Probate Judge
Andersen, Deborah
770.443.7541
770.443.7598
deborah.andersen@paulding.gov
Public Works
Carter, Michael
770.222.6851
770.222.8815
michael.carter@paulding.gov
Purchasing Manager
Alford, Jennifer
770.443.7512
770.443.7584
jennifer.alford@paulding.gov
Recycling & Keep Paulding Beautiful
Leonard, Tommy
770.443.0119
tommy.leonard@paulding.gov
Senior Center
Spencer, Libby
770.443.8873
770.443.3227
libby.spencer@paulding.gov
Soil and Erosion
770.443.7601
Superior Court
Chief Judge Beavers, Tonny
678.363.2900
678.363.2902
kathy.white@paulding.gov
Tax Commissioner
Watson, Bill
770.443.7584
770.443.7588
bill.watson@paulding.gov
Technology
Lyons, William
770.443.9873
will.lyons@paulding.gov
Utility Coordinator
Cole, Tim
770.445.4759
tim.cole@paulding.gov
Voter Registrar
Holden, Deidre
770.443.7503
770.443.7548
deidre.holden@paulding.gov
Water Department
Santonil, Christine
770.222.6851
christine.santonil@paulding.gov
Utilities:
Atlanta Gas Light: 770-994-1946
Carroll EMC: 770-832-3552
Cobb EMC: 770-429-2100
Georgia Power: 770-445-8154
GreyStone Power: 770-942-6576
County Water System: 770-222-6868
Comcast Cable: 770-445-1001
Quick Facts:
Paulding County citizens today live in the best of both worlds. The attractions and advantages of
living near Atlanta are available to them while they enjoy life in a picturesque rural setting. Modern
and traditional characteristics blend together. Architecture ranging from contemporary to antebellum
styles can be found here. The communities of Paulding County are family-oriented and boast an excellent
county-wide school system and a wide variety of activities for all interests.
Named for George Mifflin Dallas, vice president under James K. Polk, Dallas has been the county seat
since 1851. A ten acre park and expansion of the downtown area have resulted from its charm and downtown
retail potential.
Paulding County is a beautiful place in which to live or do business. Come find out why for yourself!
To obtain a visitor's guide, newcomer's packet or quality of life magazine, call the Chamber of
Commerce at 770.445.6016.
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