Alpharetta, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
66,355 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
71.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$146,581 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$605,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$909 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,753 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
5
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
7
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 40
Feb 5 0 43
Mar 5 0 50
Apr 4 0 59
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 4 0 50
Dec 4 0 43

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, GA State Senate District 21, GA State House District 49, GA
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Schools

Manning Oaks Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Alpharetta High School
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Rivers Academy
1 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Paul Mitchell the School-Esani
4 miles, W • 1 star
Empire Beauty School-Dunwoody
10 miles, SW • 1 star
The Art Institute of Atlanta
10 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
3 miles, W • 2.3 star
Emory Johns Creek Hospital
6 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Northside Hospital Forsyth
11 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
85 miles, N • 1.4 star
Columbus Airport
114 miles, SW • 1 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
121 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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