2022 Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in Georgia

Johns Creek

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.16 out of 5  304 reviews

Current Resident: Johns Creek is a beautiful, welcoming community that is perfect for families. There are a variety of places to eat, shop, and play! For example, one of my favorite places to go with my family growing up was Ocee Park. Another great thing is the schooling here. Almost all the elementary, middle, and high schools in this area have amazing programs and teachers. Johns Creek is truly a wonderful place to live if you are looking for somewhere to raise a family...Read 304 Reviews

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Alpharetta

• Town in Georgia
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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  337 reviews

Current Resident: Other than traffic and noise, it is a wonderful place. You can escape the noise, but it is hard to escape the traffic congestion. Great schools, terrific shopping of all kinds, remarkably upbeat and positive downtown with fantastic restaurants, safe town square for getting out to see neighbors, browse unique shops, dine at unique and delicious restaurants. Avalon shopping can't be beat! Very little crime. Top place to raise a family...Read 337 Reviews

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Milton

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  130 reviews

Current Resident: I love the atmosphere that surrounds the city! Milton is truly a unique place filled with many different contrasting people. Personally, I have lived here for just over a decade, and as a student, Milton has provided me with many opportunities for growth. My school is fantastic, we have unique extracurriculars and ample funding for the students. The city is chock full of diversity, and the kids are very driven towards success. I have only experienced positive things about this city, and I hope to live in a place like it when I am fully independent. I love the mall, it is quite developed by that area, and seeing new businesses come and go. We have fantastic food because of this, and there is a lot of support by my fellow citizens to support these small stores. For example, there are many little boutiques or fusion restaurants, which truly demonstrate the amount of flair that the city of Milton flaunts. The city is really well maintained (except for when it snows, which is a rarity)...Read 130 Reviews

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Berkeley Lake

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  8 reviews

Former Resident: I lived in Berkeley Lake for thirty years it is absolutely one of the finest communities in America.Berkeley Lake has a city charter with a Mayor and city council so the city is able to better control it’s destiny.The Homeowners Association is very involved in keeping the lake itself in wonderful condition for wildlife and the homeowners.Fabulous Memories of the people and the beauty of the Lake.Read 8 Reviews

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• 1,839 Population

Decatur

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  180 reviews

Current Resident: I first moved to Decatur for school and have moved back after living in other neighborhoods around Atlanta. I love living here because it's relatively quiet and easy to get around while still being in proximity to Atlanta. There are parks, restaurants, and other features unique to Decatur that I love too. The only thing I would improve would be our transportation options. I would love the City of Decatur to partner with MARTA to create light rail options for the east side of town...Read 180 Reviews

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• 24,002 Population

Peachtree City

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  159 reviews

Current Resident: Peachtree City is the kind of place that comes to mind when thinking about "family". The area is home to many diverse families, including my own. Peachtree City as a whole values its communities and hosts various social events that occur throughout the year for anyone to join. There are also plenty of neighborhoods, with all the essential stores close by. The crime rate is very low and every citizen can feel safe. In addition, the schools genuinely push their students toward success. There are always opportunities for children to get involved with their community through the schools whether if it is for college or to meet new people. Overall, I believe Peachtree City is an amazing place for any family or anyone for that matter...Read 159 Reviews

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Grayson

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  67 reviews

Current Resident: New to Grayson from another neighboring county in Atlanta and so far I love it! The town is small but is well maintained and manicured. My neighborhood is very quiet and so far the neighbors have been friendly! Grayson is very close to plenty of shopping and quality entertainment. As Atlanta continues to expand, people are moving away from the city and out to the suburbs and traffic is not great but that’s life in the ATL. Every one in Grayson owns their home which is something I was looking for coming from a neighborhood of mostly renters who refused to maintain their property or follow HOA rules and regulations. I’m so glad the neighbors in Grayson not kinky respect their own property but look our for their neighbors and take care of their neighborhood!...Read 67 Reviews

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Lookout Mountain

• Suburb in Georgia
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  Rating 4.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Current Resident: Lookout Mountain GA is absolutely beautiful and offers quaint neighborhoods and tree lined mountain roads. The Fairyland community is lovely with community Halloween, baseball parade, 4th of July parade, yard sales and festival events. ...I have only been here for a year but the people are friendly and it is easy to get connected through social media and town hall communication. There is little crime because everyone knows everyone else and looks out for kids or pets that wander too far. ...My favorites are the access to Lula Lake falls, amenities at Covenant College, amazing church family options, and Fairyland Elementary school playground/field and events.The disadvantages are limited stores/businesses in the area and limited sidewalks and bicycle lanes for the many walkers and bikers.Overall excellent and an amazing place to raise a family.Read 5 Reviews

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• 1,727 Population

Tyrone

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  45 reviews

Current Resident: Tyrone is a cute town that houses a variety of many local businesses to occupy your time in. The quaint town also has a lot of greenery and open land which is great for people that love the outdoors or just want to take an afternoon stroll. Downtown Tyrone also has golf cart paths that connect to a larger town called Peachtree City. These paths provide an easy access to many other restaurants, stores, and amazing golf courses, all without needing a car! The only thing I would change about Tyrone is it houses many conservatives that voice their white supremacist ideals with large confederate flags and signs that read "All Lives Matter." I understand we all have a right to voice our opinion, but sometimes in this small town citizens let their opinions get in the way of being a respectful person...Read 45 Reviews

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• 7,295 Population

Suwanee

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.47 out of 5  204 reviews

Current Resident: Overall, I am extremely grateful to have grown up in Suwanee for the entirety of my life. Geography-wise, Suwanee has a good balance of park spaces with city suburb life. There are beautiful green spaces (such as Suwanee Town Center) that are not too overshadowed by the constant busyness. My only true complaint is the fact that it has continually grown more and more expensive. Many people come to Suwanee because of its school districts and available education. However, this high competition is sometimes frustrating when prices continue to rise as well as become more crowded population-wise. I have grown up in a single-parent household, so the expensive living has always been present while living here. The community, though, that we have around us has always been of great help and we are more than happy when we return that to others in our "village"...Read 204 Reviews

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Roswell

• Town in Georgia
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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  274 reviews

Current Resident: I have been living in Georgia since last October and I must say it's a very welcoming city. Not only is the city welcoming, but the atmosphere is breathtaking, especially during the fall and winter months. I've never seen so many smiles in one place. My neighborhood and the people who live there are very friendly, and I think it's wonderful when neighbors get together and create a space where people can connect and take part in gardening. We also organize events from time to time so that the whole neighborhood gathers and enjoys themselves!...Read 274 Reviews

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Sugar Hill

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  78 reviews

Current Resident: Sugar Hill is becoming a very modern city. Right now, it is in the process of becoming a more urban hub. Not gonna lie, I enjoyed how simplier it used to be; everyone used to know each other and it was a small, tight community. If you enjoy new-upcoming cities, Sugar Hill is right for you! It has many local shops and supports a lot of small business. It is also very near the Mall of Georgia which can be very convient if you love to shop. Overall, I enjoy living here; it is safe and fun...Read 78 Reviews

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• 23,121 Population

Watkinsville

• Suburb of Athens, GA
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  Rating 4.48 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: Watkinsville is a great place to call home. The people are friendly, the crime rate is low, and the schools are amazing! Watkinsville is a super place to raise a family or to retire. Its proximity to Athens and all that the University of Georgia offers makes it truly unique...Read 23 Reviews

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• 2,904 Population

Evans

• Suburb of Augusta, GA
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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  169 reviews

Current Resident: Evans is so ideal! I don’t think we could afford such a lovely home anywhere else. We live in a safe, quiet neighborhood with friendly neighbors and easy access to parks and splash pads, the library, and an amphitheater. We are 15 minutes from the lake, which is big and beautiful! You are within 20 minutes of hundreds of restaurants and stores and the Augusta mall, which is surprisingly nice. Evans is SAFE! We are also two or three hours from Atlanta, Hilton Head, Charleston, Savannah, Blue Ridge (mountains), not far from Myrtle Beach, and six hours from Orlando. Atlanta is a huge airport so flights are more affordable. Downsides: (like anywhere in the south) heat, humidity, big bugs, hurricane season (we mostly just get rain, but I hear the power has gone out for weeks in the past). So there’s that. As a young mom trying to entertain young children. I give it a B+. I think I could stay here forever if it had a decent fall and wasn’t 100 degrees until November...Read 169 Reviews

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• 37,114 Population

Mountain Park

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  22 reviews

Current Resident: Amazing oasis just outside the perimeter. Safe, quiet, incredible sense of community, abundant parks, school system that has proven strong for 30+ years. Walk to schools, multiple parks, library, aquatic center, and grocery stores! 5 minute trip to Stone Mountain Park. No walkable nightlife to speak of, but that's where the drawbacks stop. Easy access to 78 and 285 makes the city easily accessible. Highly, highly recommend the Mountain Park community!...Read 22 Reviews

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• 13,392 Population

North Decatur

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4 out of 5  21 reviews

Current Resident: Phenomenal location! Close to everything of interest to our young family of four (i.e., restaurants, parks, library, grocery stores, etc). Our daughter attends preschool at Clairmont Presbyterian, and we love it. The ethnicities are quite diverse here, and everyone is cordial to one another. Only downside is traffic on Clairmont and N Druid Hills, but it’s a fantastic place for both young and old, as well as single and married...Read 21 Reviews

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• 16,701 Population

Buford

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  162 reviews

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Duluth

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  202 reviews

Current Resident: I've been living here since 2009, and I will say that Duluth is very enjoyable. It has a very decent public education system, with the schools doing a god job at teaching the kids. Additionally, there are a lot of stores such as Walmart, Target, Home Depot, etc. So as long as you have a car, shopping for necessities will not be an issue. Additionally, there are even places where you can go to have fun! Sugarloaf hills isn't too far away, and theres also Regal Cinema and Dave and Busters within a 10-20 minute drive. The community there is also very diverse! There is just so much to experience in a suburb, it is actually kind of crazy. Moreover, the living costs here are not too bad as long as you just find the right place for the right price. Don't worry, there are many places for you to settle down. The only downsides are that You just can't go anywhere without car, and that the minimum wage is like $8 an hour. Other than that, Duluth is a very suitable place for people to live...Read 202 Reviews

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Peachtree Corners

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  72 reviews

Current Resident: The whole city is very friendly like one big neighborhood. One could see the same people in different places, and it's very comforting to know familiar faces. The shopping options are widespread and diverse, and one could find just about anything they want within a 10 minute drive...Read 72 Reviews

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• 43,057 Population

Avondale Estates

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.54 out of 5  13 reviews

Current Resident: Very diverse and accepted community with amazing schools. The architecture is extremely varied - there is a house here for any taste. Neighbors are friendly and helpful and everyone is out walking and enjoying the area and the frequent social events like fireworks, pig roasts, and festivals. House prices are reasonable and there are a variety of quality school options including The Museum School, Waldorf, Montessori, and The Friends School. It is a safe, small town within a large Metro Area. Awesome!...Read 13 Reviews

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• 3,144 Population

Martinez

• Suburb of Augusta, GA
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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  91 reviews

Current Resident: Very quiet and tranquil. No issues with staying in the area. Quick access to many grocery and retail stores. Close to a couple soccer parks if children and adults alike are interested in participating in weekend get-togethers. Overall great area!...Read 91 Reviews

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Woodstock

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  224 reviews

Current Resident: Living in Woodstock, Georgia is an overall an amazing experience for anyone who seeks out easy living, and calm days. The area provides many residential areas for individuals to set their roots into and provides home seekers with a safe and calm area to lay their head and enjoy the community. Woodstock contains downtown shopping, restaurants, and other interesting social spaces to enjoy yourself in. The only complaint is that traffic can be bad at times, but it tolerable for the overall living experience. All in all, living in Woodstock is an ideal place to make your home!...Read 224 Reviews

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Vinings

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  17 reviews

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• 12,934 Population

Holly Springs

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  15 reviews

Niche User: Though I grew up in a neighborhood setting, I am not blind to the happenings of other areas throughout my city. I know that due to sense of disparity, there are individuals who may steal, lie, or cheat for money. ... However, throughout the last several years, the number of welfare program and service agencies have exponentially grown. These groups strive to not only provide food and shelter to families, but also to put good people to work so that they can be independent and active members of society. ... I myself have participated in amazing events such as food drives, clothes drives, and Habitat for Humanity buildings. These activities show those who are scared that people in the community want to help them, and decrease the prevelance of crimes. ... As for the crimes that may still occur, the police force works with integrity and compassion to keep all citizens in my home safe.Read 15 Reviews

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Senoia

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
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  Rating 4.25 out of 5  28 reviews

Current Resident: Senoia is a small town, that is what is the great thing about it! There is not a lot of chaotic traffic or noise. The main street has several locally owned stores and restaurants; one of them is owned by an actor from The Walking Dead! The community here is great and has a lot of activities: the farmer's market, the car show, memorial day fireworks, and many more community activities. One thing I do not like about Senoia is that is it beginning to become less rural and more urban. There are more building being made and other buildboards; to me that ruins the enjoyable part of Senoia...Read 28 Reviews

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• 4,256 Population