Waleska, Georgia
City · Population 978 · #310 in Georgia
About Waleska
Waleska is a tiny community in northwestern Georgia counting 978 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, Waleska is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.71 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 572 residents per square mile.
📰 Waleska News Today
- Joseph Hale Obituary (1954 - 2026) - Waleska, GA - Roanoke Times Legacy obituary · Aug 15
- Beverly James Boyd Obituary Dec 20, 2025 West Cobb Funeral Home & Crematory · Dec 20
- Georgia adds 11 new sites to state register of historic places Georgia Public Broadcasting · Dec 3
- 108 Waterview Court (Lot 23), Waleska, GA 30183 South Florida Agent Magazine · Oct 13
- Waleska player wins $600K from Georgia Lottery game Cherokee Tribune · Apr 8
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Waleska Unique
- The only place in America named Waleska — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in northwestern Georgia, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Georgia — one of 675 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 11 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Waleska
- Garland Mountain Grill
- The Bean and Biscuit — coffee shop (café)
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- John H. Sr. and Ethel C. Bennett History Museum · Museum
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Waleska
- Cline Park reviews ★
- Flat Rock Park reviews ★
- Garland Mountain Horse & Hiking Trails reviews ★
- Great Festival Park reviews ★
- Lake Arrowhead Lakeside Park reviews ★
- Waleska Park reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Waleska
- R. M. Moore Elementary School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateGeorgia
TypeCity
Population (2024)978
Rank in state#310 of 537
Land area1.71 sq mi
Density572/sq mi
Coordinates34.3160, -84.5436