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2018 Best Suburbs to Live in the Atlanta AreaAbout this List

Explore the best suburbs to live in the U.S. based on crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. Ranking based on data from the U.S. Census, FBI, BLS, CDC, and other sources. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Decatur

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 108
    1 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Decatur is centrally located to major shopping areas, local food places and hospitals. There are 2 large hospitals within 10 minutes of down-town Decatur. The school system is one of the best in the Country and there is always something to do on the square in town. There are festivals for adults and children and on Saturday nights in May, June and July there are free concerts on the Square. A popular club is Eddie's Attic where Sugarland, John Mayer and the Indigo Girls got their careers going. It's great!
    Read 108 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 21,210 Population
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  2. Johns Creek

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 229
    2 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Amazing, my hometown gives me everything plus some. When in high school everyone complains that it lacks fun activities, but that is true of every American suburb. It is an easy drive north to the mountains and an easy drive south to the city! The successful adults and high-income living that embodies the community drives the younger generation to make high achievments and enjoy the commodities that they were grown up enjoying. Additionally it is a safe city with natioanlly ranked schools that produce multiple ivy leaguers every year.
    Read 229 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 82,930 Population
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  3. Alpharetta

    • Town in Georgia
    • 244
    3 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: This city is the crown of the south! Alpharetta is full of life, especially in its exciting downtown. Alpharetta's downtown is filled with throngs of eclectic restaurants that each have their own distinct vibe, and the amazing "Avalon". What makes Alpharetta all the better is the sense of community that has been established in this vast, yet homey, suburban paradise. The community of Alpharetta is host to dozens of community events that celebrate; art, food, wildlife, and most importantly each other. Alpharetta is filled with love and is truly an excellent place to call home.
    Read 244 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 63,013 Population
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  5. Suwanee

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 121
    4 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • 18,001 Population
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  6. Roswell

    • Town in Georgia
    • 212
    5 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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.
    Read 212 Reviews

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    • A
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    • 93,968 Population
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  7. Berkeley Lake

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 6
    6 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Berkeley Lake has a very active homeowners association that is responsible for, among other things, maintaining the private lake around which the city is located. Many activities for members, including kids' night at the beach movies, fishing opportunities, etc. Being around 800 households, it's very quiet and downright bucolic, with its dense canopy of trees and flowering shrubs; it's like living in a park.
    Read 6 Reviews

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    • A
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    • 1,924 Population
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  10. Milton

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 113
    7 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Milton GA. An even wealthier suburb of Atlanta, smaller city/town of inside the city of Alpharetta, where the kids drive nicer cars than most adults and the adults don't drive. Jeeps are also seen EVERYWHERE. Milton High School has everything from their preps to the stoners. Their school also looks like a college campus. No good places to chill. Most end up at North Point Mall, fishing, off-roading, relaxing in Miltons fine houses with hot tubs/pool tables/pools/indoor movie theaters, and eating at all the good places. Chick-fil-a is the fast food of choice and the other popular spots are Taco-Mac, Jimmy Johns, and Menchies. They can definitely be stereotyped. White, rich, Christian, and part redneck.
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    • A
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    • 36,755 Population
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  11. Tyrone

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 35
    8 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: I've lived in Tyrone for over 12 years now, and it's the most peaceful town you'll ever visit! It is safe to say that not much happens, but that doesn't take away from all fun attractions you can enjoy with friends and family like the Tyrone park or visiting its neighboring city, Peachtree city. This city is truly one of its kind and is a great place to get away from the stress of a fast paced life.
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    • A
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    • 7,121 Population
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  12. Peachtree Corners

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 56
    9 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Peachtree Corners is a safe and very family oriented community! Beautiful homes, awesome schools, walking trails, The Forum on Peachtree Parkway and within walking distance has many great stores for shopping and Restaurants. Jones Bridge Park nestled in Peachtree Corners is right on the Chattahoochee, it has everything for family/friends gatherings. Children's play area, picnic tables, covered Pavilion and grills for cookouts! Been here for 25 years and love it!
    Read 56 Reviews

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    • A
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    • 38,446 Population
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  14. North Decatur

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 18
    10 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • B-
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    • 16,652 Population
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  15. Duluth

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 115
    11 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Works Here: I really like Duluth! The weather is super good. Like a spiring city. The people are friendly and warm-hearted. It is fresh here. The sky is clear, and the water is very safe. There are shopping malls here. It is convenience to live here. Many parks and mountains. The house beautiful here. Also many supermarkets here, like Korea markets, Chinese markets, and HongKong market. I enjoy eating.
    You can find various restaurants, Korean, Vietnam, Japan, Thailand and so on.
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    • 28,681 Population
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  16. Vinings

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 12
    12 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • B+
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    • 11,816 Population
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  19. Smyrna

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 129
    13 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • B+
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    • 54,788 Population
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  20. Druid Hills

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 5
    14 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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.
    Read 5 Reviews

    • A+
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    • B-
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    • 13,444 Population
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  21. Avondale Estates

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 4
    15 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Avondale has a small town feel woth tudor style buildings at its heart. It’s really diverse and full of a lot of family friendly spots to hang out at. It’s truly a small town with a very close knit community that values the arts. The commute to places is excellent and everything is well within reach. There are lots of annually held events that people of all ages could enjoy and the overall atmosphere of the town has a cozy home feel. I feel like this is a great town for small families looking for family fun and close communities. It has a great aesthetic appeal as well.
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    • C+
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    • 3,095 Population
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  22. Peachtree City

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 122
    16 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: It's an above-average place to live regarding safety. The schools here hold their students to very high standards and drive them to always succeed in their endeavors. However, finding something to do in Peachtree City can be a little difficult sometimes. One often finds his or herself having to go outside city lines to find entertainment or festivities. There is no 'city center', so to speak. Everything is fairly spread out and it may be extremely time-consuming to attempt to walk or ride one's bike everywhere, so a vehicle (i.e. car, truck, motorcycle) is almost necessary.
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    • A
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    • 34,988 Population
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  23. Dunwoody

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 132
    17 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • B-
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    • 48,128 Population
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  26. Kennesaw

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 215
    18 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • A
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    • 32,669 Population
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  27. Woodstock

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 146
    19 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Former Resident: Woodstock has grown considerably the last 5 years! It has welcomed everyone, it's very diverse in it's shops and the town's people. I absolutely love living here! Everyone has a smiling face and southern hospitality that cannot be beat! There are upscale shopping excursions, wine tastings, horse farms and just a general feeling of a hometown without it feeling to small or too big! The subdivisions have wonderful neighbors that are always willing to help out if needed. There isn't a lot of 'trashy areas' in the city, which is nice for home values, as well as people values! The people here take pride in what they have and it shows! I would definitely recommend Woodstock whether you are retiring or a young couple starting out. It is a fabulous place to have everything you need without the hassle of the traffic of getting into the Atlanta area.
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    • A
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    • 27,964 Population
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  28. Sandy Springs

    • City in Georgia
    • 157
    20 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: I absolutely love living in Sansy Springs, Georgia! I have been here for a little over ten years, and this city has afforded me many opportunities that I otherwise wouldn't have had in the small town that I am from. Sandy Springs has everything a person could need or want in close proximity. I would highly recommend Sandy Springs living to anyone that would be interested. I especially love the sense of community in Sandy Springs. Not to mention the awesome police department that keeps their citizens safe. All in all, there's nothing I can say negatively about Sandy Springs!
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    • A-
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    • 102,212 Population
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  29. Mountain Park

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 19
    21 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: A wonderful family friendly family neighborhood. Close enough to walk to nearby park and/or high school.
    Read 19 Reviews

    • A+
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    • A+
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    • 13,580 Population
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  30. North Druid Hills

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 22
    22 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    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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    • A
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    • C+
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    • 18,331 Population
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  32. Sugar Hill

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 53
    23 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: I like how Sugar Hill is a safe and family-friendly environment to grow up in. The City of Sugar Hill hosts numerous events that showcase the local talent, and the strong community we have here. It is a very diverse population, with ethnic communities submerged in the city. The schools are average, but I feel that is only because of the lack of funding from the school board. Right now, they are building a community center worth millions of dollars. It's purpose is to boost revenue in the community and strengthen our developed community. I would love to raise my future family here.
    Read 53 Reviews

    • A
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    • A+
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    • 20,889 Population
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  33. Fayetteville

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 67
    24 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: Fayetteville, Ga is an upcoming and lively city. The city is kept clean and welcoming. People who know of Fayetteville say many positive comments about it, especially its safety. It is a family-friendly environment, having a specialty in engaging the community with festivals and market debuts. There is not much diversity, but with the entertainment industry growing, the crowds that are moving in are becoming more diverse.
    Read 67 Reviews

    • A
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    • A
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    • 16,780 Population
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  34. Buford

    • Suburb of Atlanta, GA
    • 100
    25 Best Suburbs to Live in Atlanta Area

    Current Resident: My children and I moved to Buford, GA in August 2010. I was freshly divorced, and had obtained my dream job in a nearby city, but had a four-hour commute each day. I decided to move to be closer to my job and because Gwinnett County has a great school district. We found Buford to be a beautiful place to live with kind, friendly neighbors, quiet, peaceful neighborhoods, and tolerable traffic. We still love our home and neighbors and if we weren't opposed to increased traffic, would invite others to come experience life in this city!
    Read 100 Reviews

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    • A+
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    • 13,927 Population
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