Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia
Fort Oglethorpe: city in Catoosa and Walker Counties, Georgia, United States
About
Fort Oglethorpe is a city located in the county of Catoosa in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,263 and a population density of 257 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,973 inhabitants.
The city was created 77 years ago in 1948.
Quick Facts about Fort Oglethorpe
| Population | 9,973 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Catoosa County |
| Postal code | 30742 |
| Phone Area Codes | 706 |
| Area | 35.98 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.9490,-85.2569 |
| Altitude | 732 feet / 223 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1949 (77 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 00:11:52 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 277 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 85℉ Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Fort Oglethorpe is located at 34°56'56"N 85°15'25"W (34.9489600, -85.2569000).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Fort Oglethorpe increased by 7.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,263 | - | census |
| 2011 | 9,449 | 1.97% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,452 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,483 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,570 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,665 | 0.98% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,801 | 1.39% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,871 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 10,060 | 1.88% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,994 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,973 | -0.21% | estimation process |
Where to Eat in Fort Oglethorpe
1Buffalo Wild Wings
37 Parkway Dr, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742, United States View details
Phone: +17068584911 | Website available
2Fazoli's
3016 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742, United States View details
Phone: +17068617989 | Website available
3Moe's Southwest Grill
73 Parkway Dr, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742, United States View details
Phone: +17064198511 | Website available
4Subway
2865 Battlefield Pkwy, Fort Oglethorpe, GA 30742, United States View details
Phone: +17068666822 | Website available
People born in Fort Oglethorpe (2)
People born in Fort Oglethorpe, including politician David Fowler, United States general Howell M. Estes II, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fort Oglethorpe, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 441104 | Richmont Graduate University | Chattanooga (TN) | 37404 |
Closest post offices linked to Fort Oglethorpe.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Oglethor Post Office | Fort Oglethorpe (GA) | 30742 |
Other cities in Catoosa County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Catoosa County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ringgold | 3,492 | City in and the county seat of Catoosa County, Georgia, United States |
| Mount Vernon | 2,353 | City in Montgomery County, Georgia, United States |
| Midway | 2,015 | City in Liberty County, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Fort Oglethorpe distances to largest Georgia cities