2022 Best Suburbs for Young Professionals in Georgia

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  25 reviews

Current Resident: Incredibly safe places to live and for kiddos to grow up. Access to hundreds of different stores and restaurants, always something to do! Many different religious areas, such as Orthodox Catholic and Orthodox Jew, who create a safe and welcoming environment. Outside play is seen daily and encouraged. Amazing place to live.... Read 25 reviews

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• Population 18,074

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.12 out of 5  17 reviews

Current Resident: Vinings is a wonderful area for young adults or a family. It is a safe and quiet area with an ideal location. Personally I have lived all over the metro Atlanta area and this by far is my favorite location. If you are looking for a less congested area still convenient to the city look no further!... Read 17 reviews

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• Population 12,546

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  64 reviews

Current Resident: I've lived in Brookhaven for roughly 10 years so I can speak with relative confidence regarding the quality of the area. Like many neighborhoods in Atlanta, it's a mixed bag. Since covid, we've had an influx of folks from other states that has definitely had a negative impact on the overall quality of life here. There are a lot of transient types who seem to have little concern for this community and certainly don't add any value in being here. Not that it's required of people... but it's just a very odd mixture of transient renters and very wealthy families that creates kind of a strange atmosphere here. Your experience here can vary greatly depending on the day. That said, it has been a really pleasant place to live, and I love the city's focus on maintaining the verdantness of the area.... Read 64 reviews

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• Population 54,727

• 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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• Population 15,833

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.29 out of 5  7 reviews

Current Resident: It's a pretty safe place with lots of resources and places to go. Druid hills is a community that includes both a census-designated place in unincorporated dekalb county, georgia, united states, as well as a neighborhood of the city of atlanta. the cdp's population was 14,568 at the 2010 census. the cdp formerly contained the main campus of emory university and the centers for disease control and prevention; they were annexed by atlanta in 2018. the atlanta-city section of druid hills is one of atlanta's most affluent neighborhoods with a mean household income in excess of $238,500.... Read 7 reviews

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• Population 8,525

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  Rating 4.08 out of 5  212 reviews

Current Resident: I love living in Sandy Springs. Sandy Springs is extremely family-friendly and safe. With amazing restaurants, Sandy Springs is the perfect place for a date night and it is super easy to find a reliable babysitter around! My favorite part of Sandy Springs is the City Hall and its surrounding park. City Springs is very clean, pleasant, and has everything you could need for a night out or a productive morning.... Read 212 reviews

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• Population 108,180

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  165 reviews

Current Resident: What I enjoy about living in Smyrna is the diversity and openness of the city. Whenever you have a request, question or concern, someone is always willing to learn and solve the problem. In all honestly, I would say that it would not be an issue of timeliness because the situations at hand maybe not be handled quickly. They may take some time. However, the situation won't be left hanging in the dust, it will get solved. Smyrna, GA is a suburb in the surrounding Metropolitan area of Atlanta, GA. Very diverse, very optimistic, very compassionate, resourceful and SAFE!... Read 165 reviews

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• Population 56,333

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  162 reviews

Current Resident: Great for families, singles and pets. Friendly and safe community. If Dunwoody doesn't have what you need, it'll be within a 30 min drive. Convenient Marta trains to midtown, downtown and airport. GSU Dunwoody campus, 30 min to Emory and GA Tech. Great hospitals and medical services, retail, Corporate offices of Mercedes, State Farm, Hospitality located within city. Fine and chain restaurants. Dunwoody has it all!... Read 162 reviews

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• Population 49,466

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  45 reviews

Current Resident: Chamblee is by Buford Highway and about 20 minutes with traffic to Buckhead, it is a great area to eat diverse food and spend quality time with friends. One of my favorite secret activities in Chamblee is visiting PDK airport to watch the planes and grab a bite from Downwind Restaurant. You could very well "travel the world" by going around and trying food at Plaza Fiesta, Chinatown Food Court, Taco Veloz, Bismillah Cafe, and Pho Bac. One thing that I think could be improved on is making facilities like parks, community centers, and libraries more appealing to all the different people of Chamblee. There should be crosswalks on Chamblee Dunwoody Rd. where it meets Buford Highway, as there are many apartments there so people constantly have to run across the street. Overall Chamblee is a crossroads of many different cultures sharing where they came from and what they love, resulting in an extremely unique environment from other neighborhoods in The Perimeter area of Atlanta.... Read 45 reviews

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• Population 29,874

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  76 reviews

Current Resident: I love how friendly everyone is in PTC! It is a really fun place to live and I am always finding more things to explore. From the beautiful family friendly parks to the cute shops, I feel at home here.... Read 76 reviews

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• Population 43,516

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  182 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 182 reviews

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• Population 24,814

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.32 out of 5  205 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 205 reviews

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• Population 29,538

• Town in Georgia

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  Rating 4.26 out of 5  348 reviews

Current Resident: Alpharetta has a lot of interesting spots to spend time like shopping malls such as Avalon and a cute downtown area with shops, restaurants, and more! Families can spend their weekends here with friends, eating, and participating in various activities.... Read 348 reviews

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• Population 66,566

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  311 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 311 reviews

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• Population 84,551

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  278 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 278 reviews

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• Population 94,884

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  23 reviews

Current Resident: Scottdale is an up and coming neighborhood full of great families! It is convenient to everything - downtown Decatur, Midtown, Edgewood, 285, I20 and I85. Hidden gem in the perimeter!... Read 23 reviews

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• Population 11,196

• Suburb of Savannah, GA

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  Rating 3 out of 5  3 reviews

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• Population 2,694

• 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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• Population 2,324

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  132 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 132 reviews

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• Population 39,252

• Town in Georgia

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  Rating 4.19 out of 5  522 reviews

Current Resident: Born in raised in Marietta I have spent the past twenty-four years exploring, absorbing, and enjoying all that the entirety of Marietta has to offer. Most people will associate the more prominent East Cobb with Marietta but the city has more to offer. From all of Cobb County encompassing the areas prominent schools to the industrial side of Cobb Parkway flourishing with small businesses you can find just about anything anywhere you go. Littered with culture, diversity, and hospitality I have been blessed to experience amazing food, great entertainment (movie theaters, recreation centers, nightlife, and more), and an overall abundance of people to meet and connect with. Whether you are looking to settle down, find a new job, or explore something new Marietta has it all. This city provides great access to other prominent areas in the state including Roswell, Alpharetta, Kennesaw, and even downtown Atlanta!... Read 522 reviews

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• Population 60,687

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  30 reviews

Current Resident: The location and immediate amenities are wonderful. I would give Hapeville five stars if residents, business owners and local government work closely together to maintain peace. Hapeville has a long standing history in Georgia! That’s one reason my immediate family chose to move here. It’s been a wonderful experience getting to know my neighbors and learn how to contribute to the growth and development of our community.... Read 30 reviews

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• Population 6,576

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  314 reviews

Current Resident: I moved to Kennesaw because I was transferring from Mercer University to Kennesaw State so that I could live with my parents and save money as they moved here. Although I moved in the middle of the pandemic, the opportunities for community involvement and recreation here have been abundant. KSU has one of the largest enrollment rates in the state, but Kennesaw has never felt congested due to most KSU students being commuters. The traffic is average, but very rarely at complete standstills for more than a few minutes. Kennesaw is also very family friendly, and there are plenty of playgrounds and parks to explore for anyone seeking outdoor recreation. Kennesaw Mountain is a popular hiking spot and offers beautiful, peaceful treks. Downtown is a cozy, family-friendly, and walkable area that offers tasty dine-in restaurants, coffee shops, ice cream shops, bars, local apartment complexes, a park, and more. There are also plenty of local churches that are deeply involved in the community.... Read 314 reviews

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• Population 34,232

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  Rating 3.25 out of 5  4 reviews

Nearby Resident: I always have a fun safe time on Tybee. I am never worried or uncertain about by surroundings. The community is friendly and caring. There is never a time where your day would be turned upside down, unless you are planning for it to go that way but your character.... Read 4 reviews

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• Population 3,094

• 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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• Population 3,142

• Suburb of Atlanta, GA

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  Rating 4.18 out of 5  232 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 232 reviews

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• Population 32,310