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Dadeville is located in the heart of East Central Alabama. Dadeville is ideally located on the shores of beautiful Lake Martin, a 44,000 acre freshwater lake that has been named in numerous publications as the #1 Retirement location in the United States. Dadeville abounds with recreational activities for its residents. Lake Martin provides hours of pleasure whether you are swimming, boating, fishing or just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Public boat launches are easily accessible, along with year-round boat storage. Golfers will enjoy playing on any of the superb public or private courses. Housing is affordable and crime low in this community that boasts one of the lowest tax bases in the United States. Complete medical and dental services are offered along with 24-hour emergency service. Friendly hometown merchants reflect Southern hospitality and offer a wide range of merchandise. Major metropolitan and shopping areas, military bases, airports, colleges and universities are within easy driving distance. Visit us soon! Live, work, play or retire in our small and tranquil community where newcomers are warmly welcomed. It’s a Great Place to Live!

COMMUNITY PROFILE

City Name: Dadeville

Population: 3,400

County Name: Tallapoosa

Population: 40,500

County Average Growth Rate: 0.39%

Per Capita Income: $16,887.00

Median Family Income: $30,262.00

LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION

Commercial Airline : No

Nearest Regional Airport: Montgomery

Distance to: 53

Interstate Highways : No

If no, then distance to interstate highways: 25 miles (I-85)

Four Lane Highways : Highway 280

State Highways : Highway 280, Highway 249, Highway 34

Distance to...

Atlanta: 188 miles

Birmingham: 93 miles

Mobile: 222 miles

Nearest Coastal City (Name/Distance): Gulf Shores, 246 miles

Public Transportation : No

LOCAL TAXES

Property Taxes on $100,000 home with Homestead Exemption: $350.00

Total Millage Rate: 35 mills

Sales Tax (Total): 8.5%

Automobile Tax & Tag on $15,000 car: $39.25

HOUSING COSTS

Approximate cost of 1,800 sq.ft. Home with two-car garage - 5 to 10 yrs old: $168,000.00 Lake Front Property

Approximate cost of 1,800 sq.ft. Home with two-car garage - new: $200,000.00 Lake Front Property

UTILITIES/SERVICES

Public Water : Yes

Cost per 1000 gallons: $13.33

Public Sewer: Yes  

If yes, Approximate percent of community with sewage service:   %

Cost of Sewage Service: $6.00

Electricity, Cost per 1000 kwh: $85.00

Garbage Service Cost: $12.85

Number of Pick-ups per Week: 1

Cost for Basic Cable TV Service: $38.99 plus tax

Number of Channels: 40

Percent of community coverage: %

HEALTH CARE

Number of Physicians:

City: 12

County: 75

Number of hospital Beds: 

City: 46

County: 170

Nursing Home Facilities: 9

Assisted Living Facilities: 5

Regional Health Care Center : Yes

Distance to regional healthcare center: 

MILITARY POSTS

Military Posts : No

Name/Distance to: Maxwell AFB - Montgomery, 60 miles

RELIGION

Places of Worship: 60

Denominations: Baptist, Methodist, Church of Christ, Independent Assembly of God, Presbyterian, Jehovah's Witness, Church of God, Church of the Nazarene

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Post/Secondary Institutions : Yes

Name/Distance:  CACC, Alexander City, 20 miles Auburn University, Auburn 35 miles, Opelika State Technical College, Southern Union Junior College, Tuskegee University.

Public Library:   Dadeville Public Library, Horseshoe Bend Regional Library

TOURISM/RECREATION

Community Recreation Programs: 

Senior Programs:  Lake Martin Community Hospital Senior Citizen Wellness Club, Retired Senior Volunteer Program

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