Where Do Most People Live in the Atlanta Metro Area?

The majority of Atlanta-area residents live in the suburbs, not the city proper. Popular suburban communities include:

• Alpharetta
• Marietta
• Sandy Springs
• Decatur
• Dunwoody
• Roswell
• Johns Creek
• Woodstock
• Kennesaw
• Acworth

These suburbs offer good schools, parks, shopping, and dining, with relatively short commutes to downtown Atlanta.