Ephesus is a town located in Heard County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 3.0 square miles (8.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1240 ft. With a population of approximately 388 residents, Ephesus offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.77% males and 49.23% females, and it has a population density of 128.05 people per square mile (49.44/km²). Ephesus lies at a latitude of 33.41 and a longitude of -85.26, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (39.7%), followed by English (4.4%), German (0%), and Scotch-Irish (1.3%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 30170.