Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
24%
Fort Oglethorpe
Fort Oglethorpe, GA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,020
Population
10,466
Renter Mix
48% Rent
Immerse yourself in history, natural beauty, and family fun
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Historic
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Scenic
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Mountain Views
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Quiet
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Fort Oglethorpe sits about ten miles southeast of Chattanooga, Tennessee, steeped in rich historical roots, stunning natural beauty, and plenty of opportunities for family fun. Incorporated in 1949, Fort Oglethorpe’s history extends much further, serving as a backdrop for several battles during the Spanish-American War, World War I, and World War II.
Named in honor of Georgia’s founder, Fort Oglethorpe is now the northern gateway to the expansive Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, the oldest and largest of America’s Civil War Parks. The Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is also a place of serene beauty. Fort Oglethorpe residents can also soak in scenic views on nearby Lookout Mountain, where options for hiking, hang gliding, and picturesque drives are abundant.
Fort Oglethorpe provides a small-town vibe near big-city amenities, located just minutes away from the vibrant, family-friendly Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park. Chattanooga is only a 15-minute drive away from Fort Oglethorpe while Atlanta is about 90 minutes away. Getting around from Fort Oglethorpe is easy with access to I-75 and U.S. Routes 27 and 41.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$45,627
Average: $61,206
Education
1,626
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,651
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Fort Oglethorpe has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Fort Oglethorpe, GA is $774 for a studio, $1,020 for one bedroom, $1,267 for two bedrooms, and $1,449 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Oglethorpe has increased by 0.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,020/month
626 Sq Ft
House
$1,743/month
1,393 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fort Oglethorpe, GA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
429 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
492 Students
Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,023 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park
- UTC Clarence Jones Observatory
- Incline Railway
- Chattanooga Zoo
- Elise Chapin Sanctuary at Audubon Acres
Airports
- Lovell Field
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.