Shannon is a cdp located in Floyd County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 5.0 square miles (13.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 696 ft. With a population of approximately 1,682 residents, Shannon offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.28% males and 51.72% females, and it has a population density of 335.06 people per square mile (129.37/km²). Shannon lies at a latitude of 34.34 and a longitude of -85.08, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (36.3%), followed by English (13.9%), German (5.7%), and Scotch-Irish (1.8%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code N/A.