2019 Best Suburbs for Young Professionals in GeorgiaAbout this List

North Druid Hills

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 22

Current Resident: North Druid Hills is the perfect to place to live if you want to be connected to all of Atlanta. We're a few minutes away from Decatur, Midtown, Buckhead, Little 5 Points, and much much more! In 2 minutes you can get on 400, 85, 285, 75 and go wherever your heart desires. The area is safe. I walk or bike to all the different shops around my area and have never felt in danger. Diversity is huge around here. There are many different restaurants available to you such as ethiopian, thai, vietnamese, mexican, latin american, italian, greek, etc. If you love to eat out, this is a perfect place for you. Many choices with affordable prices!
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• 18,288 Population

Vinings

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 13

Current Resident: I've always enjoyed the beautiful lush scenery and the friendly people that accompany the suburb. It offers a vast array of activities, shops, and restaurants to a wide demographic and holds a convenient geographical position. Being approximately twenty minutes away from every major spot in town including school makes life just a little bit easier. It is a peaceful place for peaceful people.
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• 12,635 Population

Brookhaven

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 48

Current Resident: Brookhaven is great! It is very up and coming so a lot of recent college grads and young families live in the area. It is cheaper than living in Buckhead, yet it is only 5-10 minutes from Buckhead. There are so many new restaurants, grocery stores, gyms, coffee shops, nail salons, hair salons, etc. that are all within a 5-10 minute drive or even a short walk from the Brookhaven neighborhoods. There are things to do for all ages whether it be dog parks, kid parks, bars, restaurants, or spas. It is not too loud but it is close enough to the heart of Atlanta to where it is not boring.
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• 52,382 Population

North Decatur

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 18

Current Resident: I’ve lived here most of my life. I consider this to be a safe neighborhood with diverse culture and insight. Affordability unfortunately has become an issue.
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• 16,944 Population

Druid Hills

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 5

Current Resident: Quiet neighborhood, streets are lined with trees and giant houses. It's close to Emory University and Virginia Highland/Little 5 Point nightlife. It's an amazing spot to be in.
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• 13,895 Population

Dunwoody

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 140

Current Resident: Dunwoody has a small town feel with all of the amenities of a big city. It's the best of both worlds! People are very friendly. There are many wonderful parks, woods, and walking trails. There are countless outdoor concerts, festivals, and family-friendly activities. Dunwoody even hosts the largest 4th of July parade in Georgia. The neighborhoods are very safe and the public schools are some of the best in the state. Yet Dunwoody is centrally located to all of metro Atlanta's major job centers so commute times average just 15-25 minutes. (It only takes 5 minutes to get to 285, 85, and 400- Atlanta's three main highways.) Dunwoody has a great selection of restaurants and shops. It has one of the largest shopping malls in the Southeast- Perimeter Mall. Dunwoody is a wonderful place to raise a family where you won't have to compromise anything- commute, schools, safety, shopping, or amenities. Dunwoody has it all and we feel so blessed to live here!
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• 48,857 Population

Sandy Springs

• City in Georgia
• 169

Current Resident: Sandy Springs is definitely up and coming. Lots of new development, new parks, new infrastructure. Great selection of retail and restaurants. Only negative comment is the lack of sidewalks and connected public transit, but I know this is at least being progressed!
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• 103,703 Population

Decatur

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 128

Current Resident: I go to Agnes Scott College, and I love walking downtown on the weekends to study at a coffee shop, try new food, or shop for Christmas/birthday gifts. There are lots of unique shops and restaurants. Choose your coffee shop carefully, though; Starbucks is always packed!
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• 22,022 Population

Smyrna

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 137

Current Resident: Excellent area! Smyrna offers all the benefits of living in a suburb without the stuck-in-a-suburban-neighborhood feel. With fast access to two major highways, multiple nightlife options (Smyrna downtown areas and the Battery) and neighborhoods with diverse homes, Smyrna can seem like you're living in the city. However, Smyrna's community gives it more of a small town vibe.
Smyrna celebrates almost any and every holiday with a downtown festival and hosts Food Truck Tuesdays during the summer. For all of these events you can see hundreds of families and singles alike walking up down Atlanta and Spring Rd to join in on the festivities. (Bonus points for Smyrna's birthday firework show :) )
Finally, homes are unique, affordable, and have large lots. There are more parks than i can count and instead of tiny bushes planted as a barrier from your too-close-neighbor, there are plenty of beautiful grown trees that offer privacy!
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• 55,467 Population

Peachtree Corners

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 58

Current Resident: Love the area. Friendly people, great neighborhood communities and a wonderful place to raise kids. We moved into our neighborhood a year ago and immediately found a group of young families new to the area to link up with. Being close to so much is a major plus also!
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• 41,907 Population

Chamblee

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 38

Current Resident: The community is welcoming with many activities near by. Along with being close to Buford Hwy., there are many close and excellent restaurants. I wish the schools would get better.
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• 28,433 Population

Scottdale

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 19

Current Resident: It is affordable and close to Emory university. The commute time varies on the time of day. The neighborhood I live in is clean, secluded and the people are very friendly. The prices are extremely affordable in comparison to the surrounding areas. The city itself is very diverse as is most of Atlanta, by this I mean there are very nice areas, but there are also very "not nice" areas.
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• 10,217 Population

Duluth

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 128

Current Resident: Just moved to Duluth from the North a year ago. We wanted to settle down somewhere in the suburbs of Atlanta and didn’t have any idea where. We chose Duluth to start which wasn’t a permanent dececision but with its booming development, impressive downtown organizations and events, feeling of safety, and overall ammenities for our money we just don’t want to move anywhere else. I see home prices rising and affordability might not last for that long because it continues to get nicer and nicer. We love it hear! Duluth continues to impress me and the mayor really seems to have her eye on the prize and it makes us excited about all we can enjoy here.
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• 28,988 Population

Alpharetta

• Town in Georgia
• 267

Current Resident: I would not change growing up and living in Alpharetta for anything! Alpharetta is constantly developing and improving. They have added a very trendy downtown area which offers something for everyone: breweries, restaurants, shopping, and childrens' areas. Its a perfect place for a nice afternoon with the family or a date night with your significant other.
The schools in the area are some of the best in the state. I say this based on my own education k-12 in the local schools: Crabapple Crossing, Northwestern, and Milton.
Unfortunately, Alpharetta is not very diverse. I would like to see it improve its affordability and access to public transportation to make it available for all classes of people. I would say this is the one downside.
With a little bit more social progression, Alpharetta really can be a place for everyone!
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• 63,929 Population

Port Wentworth

• Town in Georgia
• 18

Current Resident: Port Wentworth is a small town outside of Savannah, Ga. It is a close-knit area, with a strong family feel. Because of how close knit it is, it can be difficult to find work in the town, but there are areas close by where you can find work, for example: Pooler, Rincon, and Savannah. There is not much of a night-life here, but again there are areas close by where you can find something to do. Pooler has some fun places to go at night, but downtown Savannah is Really where the most fun to be had is. I recommend Port Wentworth to those for a nice quiet place to go home to that is centrally located.
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• 7,568 Population

Roswell

• Town in Georgia
• 223

Current Resident: Only 30 minutes from Atlanta, Roswell feels like a small town with big city advantages and shops! Canton street is a mile long downtown area with local shops and restaurants that are overflowing with job opportunities for high schoolers. The public high school in the area is Roswell High which has incredibly high ratings and really gives students a four years they will never forget. Roswell is overflowing with parks for new families and pets to enjoy an afternoon in the sun.
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• 94,239 Population

Johns Creek

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 244

Current Resident: We were from a poor Asia country and have been here since 1998. Our kids have grown and long gone. We still are and want to be here for JC's characteristics such as : diversity of ethnicity, excellent schools, safe, nice/decent neighborhoods, convenient access by walking/driving to every place including shopping, hospital/healthcare, good eats. Thanks to the city administration and the people in the service sectors for improving the city to what it is today. Keep it up!
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• 83,397 Population

Kennesaw

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 238

Current Resident: As a student that attends Kennesaw State University, I can say that the area of Kennesaw is a perfect fit for just about anybody. The community has a substantial amount of trees and nature on every turn, making the air itself feel ever so refreshing. There is a variety of historical parks and hiking grounds fit for family activities. If you're more of in indoors person there is an amazing mall, a fun arcade, and even an indoor trampoline house where you can get some exercise going! The citizens in the area are very friendly, so there will always be one more person you can consider family. If you'd like to see a melting pot of diversity in the Kennesaw community, I definitely recommend visiting the Kennesaw State campus. There is a large variety of ethnic and religious backgrounds at KSU, the school has even been nationally recognized for such.
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• 33,433 Population

Milton

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 117

Current Resident: Milton is a very safe and diverse area with great schools, great for families! I have lived here for 5 years and have only good things to say. Milton has a small town feel with large city resources. The job market is booming and opportunities are endless. It is driving distance, about 30 minutes, to the major city of Atlanta.
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• 37,556 Population

Berkeley Lake

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 8

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.
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• 2,005 Population

Marietta

• Town in Georgia
• 344

Current Resident: There's so much to do here, no matter how old you are. The food is great, the nightlife is cool. The parks are amazing! They just built a stadium so the traffic has increased but there are plenty of back roads and side streets to take. There are plenty of schools around - most having average or higher ratings. This town is very diverse and most places are super safe.
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• 60,203 Population

Flowery Branch

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 31

Current Resident: Flowery Branch is a very small town but has a lot to offer. Flowery Branch is a family friendly place with multiple school options, restaurants, and things to do for fun. It is a clean and safe environment for people of all ages to live in. There are always things going on around the area and multiple surrounding cities that also have numerous amounts of options near-by. Flowery Branch is also a town that is constantly growing and advancing in many areas such as stores, restaurants, housing, attractions, and more! It also contains plenty of outdoor options such as biking, hiking or camping, or just simply going on a casual walk or run.
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• 6,801 Population

Thunderbolt

• Town in Georgia

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• A

• 2,637 Population

Woodstock

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 163

Current Resident: I loved Woodstock as a small city with a cute, historical main street, farms, all the big name stores, easy access to Atlanta and friendly suburbs when we first moved here 8yrs ago. It is still great, though there's a little more traffic and a little less green space. The outlet mall was put in a great spot, I love having a Costco and our little, historic main street has turned into a hopping, trendy street with great little stores and delicious restaurants. The friendly suburbs and easy access to Atlanta has remained despite the growth!
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• 29,227 Population

Suwanee

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA
• 131

Current Resident: If you are looking for a safe and secure to settle down with your family, Suwanee is a great city do aim for. Even as a visitor, it will be apparent the moment you set foot in Suwanee on just how "well-groomed" the city is. Suwanee hosts a large selection of food places for you and your family to choose from. The large variety is also within a very affordable travel distance, so long distance travel to your favorite ice-cream place will never be far away. In addition, Suwanee hosts the Main Event Arcade for the whole family to enjoy. Finally, if a decent education system is what you seek, a majority of the schools within the Suwanee area all have high educational ratings when compared to the rest of the state of Georgia. In conclusion, please consider moving to Suwanee, Georgia if any of these things are are appealing to you. You won't regret it!
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• 18,655 Population