Dallas is the county seat of Paulding County, located about 30 miles northwest of Downtown Atlanta. It combines small‑town charm with rapid suburban growth, offering affordable housing, strong schools, and access to outdoor recreation.

Distances:

~30 miles northwest of Downtown Atlanta via US‑278 and GA‑120

~35 miles to Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Access to I‑20, I‑75, and I‑285 through connecting routes

Best Known For:

Historic Downtown Dallas – restored courthouse square, shops, and restaurants

Paulding County government center anchoring civic life

Affordable housing and family‑friendly neighborhoods

Rapid growth as part of the West Metro Atlanta expansion
Outdoor Recreation

Silver Comet Trail – paved trail for biking, running, and walking, with a trailhead in Dallas

Sara Babb Park – sports fields, pool, tennis courts, and playgrounds

White Oak Park – disc golf, trails, and a fishing lake

Nearby access to Lake Allatoona and Sweetwater Creek State Park

Education:

Served by the Paulding County School District with multiple elementary, middle, and high schools

Nearby higher education: University of West Georgia (Carrollton), Chattahoochee Technical College, and commuting access to Atlanta universities (Georgia Tech, Georgia State, Kennesaw State, Emory)