RANK #352 / 996 · POP 68,052 · GA
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.3%
Ringgold, the county seat of Catoosa County, Georgia, holds a notable place in Civil War history, with its 1849 depot serving as a crucial hub and a site of significant fighting. The county, located in northwest Georgia along the Tennessee border, is approximately 17 miles south of Chattanooga, Tennessee, and about 100 miles northwest of Atlanta. This proximity allows for a manageable commute to Chattanooga, which many residents utilize for employment. The community offers a blend of small-town atmosphere with access to natural beauty, including portions of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, providing hiking and historical exploration.
Life in Catoosa County often appeals to families seeking a quieter pace with convenient access to urban amenities. The public school system is a key draw, with Catoosa County Schools serving over 10,000 students and generally receiving positive ratings. The local economy is influenced by its position on Interstate 75, a major transportation artery, which has historically supported manufacturing and retail growth. Recent economic developments include efforts to attract new industrial investment and jobs, with a focus on leveraging the county's infrastructure and workforce.
Overvalued relative to economy
Contracting economy
Well below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks overvalued at 7.6x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Mass Grading Project for Shovel-Ready Sites
Catoosa County Development Authority
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$50M | Completed |
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Residential Developments (Multiple Communities)
Various (e.g., Smith Douglas Homes, D.R. Horton)
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$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Catoosa County has a Boom Town Index score of 65/100, ranking #352 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.6% and a median household income of $68,896, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Catoosa County is $191,200 with median rent at $921/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3603, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.7% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.6%. Home values changed +0.7% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.87% of Catoosa County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.