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Alpharetta, Georgia Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Alpharetta, Georgia is 67,213, with 49.1% male and 50.9% female. Alpharetta has experienced rapid growth due to its status as a major hub for technology and business in the Atlanta metropolitan area.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1858
  • County: Fulton
  • Land area: 27.3 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 2,463 people per square mile
  • Area codes: 470, 678, 770
  • Zip codes: 30004, 30005, 30009, 30022, 30023

Geography and Location

Alpharetta, Georgia is located in northern Fulton County, about 25 miles north of downtown Atlanta. The city is known for its strong economy, driven by a thriving tech sector, as well as its highly rated schools, upscale shopping, and abundant parks and recreational areas. Alpharetta’s location along Georgia State Route 400 makes it a convenient area for commuters to Atlanta, and its proximity to Lake Lanier and the North Georgia mountains provides residents with access to outdoor activities. The city has rapidly developed into a major suburban center within the Atlanta metropolitan area, known for its quality of life and business opportunities.

Demographics

Median resident age: 33.3 years
Median household income: $71,207
Median house value: $226,300

Population by Race

Races in Alpharetta:

  • White Non-Hispanic (80.7%)
  • Black (6.5%)
  • Hispanic (5.5%)
  • Asian Indian (2.5%)
  • Other race (2.4%)
  • Two or more races (1.5%)
  • Chinese (1.4%)
  • Korean (0.8%)
  • American Indian (0.5%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: German (15.5%), Irish (13.2%), English (11.9%), United States (8.8%), Italian (7.2%), Scottish (3.3%).

Elevation: 1137 feet

Land area: 21.4 square miles

Map of Alpharetta, GA

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Alpharetta

  • High school or higher: 95.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 57.1%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 18.0%
  • Unemployed: 3.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 27.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Alpharetta city

  • Never married: 23.8%
  • Now married: 61.3%
  • Separated: 1.0%
  • Widowed: 3.3%
  • Divorced: 10.7%

11.6% Foreign born (4.0% Latin America, 3.9% Asia, 2.2% Europe).

Population change in the 1990s: +20,858 (+149.0%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Alpharetta:

  • NORTH FULTON REGIONAL HOSPITAL (about 4 miles; ROSWELL, GA)
  • EMORY DUNWOODY MEDICAL CENTER (about 10 miles; ATLANTA, GA)
  • PEACHFORD BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM (about 10 miles; ATLANTA, GA)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Alpharetta:

  • DOBBINS AIR RESERVE BASE (about 20 miles; MARIETTA, GA; Abbreviation: MGE)
  • THE WILLIAM B HARTSFIELD ATLANTA INTL (about 32 miles; ATLANTA, GA; Abbreviation: ATL)
  • RICHARD B RUSSELL (about 64 miles; ROME, GA; Abbreviation: RMG)

Other public-use airports nearest to Alpharetta:

  • DEKALB-PEACHTREE (about 15 miles; ATLANTA, GA; Abbreviation: PDK)
  • CHEROKEE COUNTY (about 19 miles; CANTON, GA; Abbreviation: 47A)
  • COBB COUNTY-MC COLLUM FIELD (about 22 miles; ATLANTA, GA; Abbreviation: RYY)

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Alpharetta:

  • KELLER GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT INC (Location: 2555 NORTHWINDS PKY; Private, for-profit; Website: WWW.KELLER.EDU; Offers Master’s degree)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Alpharetta:

  • GWINNETT TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 20 miles; LAWRENCEVILLE, GA; Full-time enrollment: 3,215)
  • EMORY UNIVERSITY (about 20 miles; ATLANTA, GA; Full-time enrollment: 10,839)
  • DEVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (about 21 miles; DECATUR, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,486)
  • LIFE UNIVERSITY (about 21 miles; MARIETTA, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,881)
  • SOUTHERN POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY (about 21 miles; MARIETTA, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,559)
  • CHATTAHOOCHEE TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 21 miles; MARIETTA, GA; Full-time enrollment: 2,012)
  • GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY-MAIN CAMPUS (about 22 miles; ATLANTA, GA; Full-time enrollment: 13,841)

Schools

Public high schools in Alpharetta:

  • MILTON HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 2,630; Location: 86 SCHOOL DRIVE; Grades: 09 – 12)
  • CHATTAHOOCHEE HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 2,146; Location: 5230 TAYLOR ROAD; Grades: 09 – 12)

Private high school in Alpharetta:

  • MILL SPRINGS ACADEMY (Students: 152; Location: 13660 NEW PROVIDENCE RD; Grades: KG – 12)

Biggest public primary/middle schools in Alpharetta:

  • NORTHWESTERN MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 1,687; Location: 12805 BIRMINGHAM HIGHWAY; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • WEBB BRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 1,186; Location: 4455 WEBB BRIDGE ROAD; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • SUMMIT HILL ELEMENTARY (Students: 1,096; Location: 13855 PROVIDENCE ROAD; Grades: PK – 05)
  • NEW PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 1,027; Location: 3055 KIMBALL BRIDGE ROAD; Grades: PK – 05)
  • ALPHARETTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 1,016; Location: 192 MAYFIELD ROAD; Grades: PK – 05)
  • AUTREY MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 957; Location: 4110 OLD ALABAMA ROAD; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • CREEK VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 910; Location: 3995 WEBB BRIDGE ROAD; Grades: KG – 05)
  • HAYNES BRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 899; Location: 10665 HAYNES BRIDGE ROAD; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • TAYLOR ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 897; Location: 5150 TAYLOR ROAD; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • CRABAPPLE CROSSING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 885; Location: 12775 BIRMINGHAM HIGHWAY; Grades: PK – 05)

Private primary/middle schools in Alpharetta:

  • MT PISGAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 861; Location: 9820 NESBIT FERRY RD; Grades: PK – 8)
  • NESBIT FERRY MONTESSORI (Students: 143; Location: 9330 NESBIT FERRY RD; Grades: PK – KG)
  • ALPHARETTA INTERNATIONAL ACAD (Students: 125; Location: 4772 WEBB BRIDGE RD; Grades: PK – 1)
  • PRESTON RIDGE MONTESSORI (Students: 118; Location: 3800 NORTHPOINT PKWY; Grades: UG – UG)
  • HOLCOMB BRIDGE SCHOOL (Students: 82; Location: 2675 HOLCOMB BRIDGE ROAD; Grades: PK – KG)

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