Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta: The most populous city in Georgia and the center of the Atlanta metropolitan area.
About
Atlanta is a city located in the county of Fulton in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 420,003 and a population density of 1,207 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 512,550 inhabitants.
The city was created 180 years ago in 1845.
Atlanta is the capital and most populous city in the state of Georgia. As of July 29, 2023, Atlanta has an estimated population of 498,715 residents. Here are some key facts about Atlanta:
History
Atlanta was founded as a railroad terminus in 1837. It was almost entirely burnt down during the Civil War but quickly rebuilt. Atlanta emerged as a major commercial and transportation hub in the 20th century.
Geography
Atlanta lies in northern Georgia at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The Downtown area spans through theFinancial District, CNN Center, and Centennial Olympic Park.
Economy
Atlanta is home to major corporations like The Coca-Cola Company, Delta Air Lines, and UPS. Key industries include logistics, technology, healthcare, and business services.
Culture & Entertainment
Popular sites include the High Museum of Art, Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site. The city has a bustling music scene.
Population
The Atlanta metro area has over 6 million residents. The city has a prominent African American majority population and growing Hispanic community.
In summary, Atlanta is a major commercial, cultural, and transportation center in the South with international influence as an engine of business, media, and technological innovation.
Quick Facts about Atlanta
| Population | 512,550 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Fulton County |
| Postal code | 30301–30322, 30353, 30336–30350, 30324–30334, 30060 |
| Phone Area Codes | 404, 770, 678 |
| Area | 348 km2 |
| Official name | Atlanta |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.7490,-84.3880 |
| Legislative body | Atlanta City Council |
| Official language | English |
| Altitude | 738 feet / 225 meters |
| Capital city | Atlanta is capital of Georgia, Fulton County |
| Establishment | December 29, 1845 (180 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone, UTC−05:00, UTC−04:00 |
| Local time | 05:00:08 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,473 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 18.06% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Atlanta is located at 33°44'56"N 84°23'17"W (33.7490000, -84.3879800).
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 83. West wind 0 to 5 mph.
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Demographics
The population of Atlanta increased by 18.06% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 420,003 | - | census |
| 2011 | 437,812 | 4.07% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 449,016 | 2.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 453,990 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 461,154 | 1.55% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 468,303 | 1.53% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 479,174 | 2.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 491,670 | 2.54% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 498,183 | 1.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 506,811 | 1.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 512,550 | 1.12% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Atlanta
1Georgia Aquarium
225 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, United States View details
Phone: +14045814000 | Website available
2World of Coca-Cola
121 Baker St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, United States View details
Phone: +14046765151 | Website available
3Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315, United States View details
Phone: +14046245600 | Website available
4Pemberton Place
126 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30308, United States View details
Website available
5Atlanta Botanical Garden
1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, United States View details
Phone: +14048765859 | Website available
Where to Eat in Atlanta
1Main Event Atlanta
3101 Cobb Pkwy SE Suite 104, Atlanta, GA 30339, United States View details
Phone: +17709550717 | Website available
2Hard Rock Cafe
215 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14046887625 | Website available
3Topgolf
1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States View details
Phone: +14044754000 | Website available
4Cook Out
1112 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States View details
Phone: +14049632793 | Website available
5Cook Out
403 Moreland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, United States View details
Phone: +18665470011 | Website available
Where to Stay in Atlanta
1Atlanta Marriott Marquis
265 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14045210000 | Website available
2Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center
190 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14046590000 | Website available
3The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
210 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14046591400 | Website available
4Hyatt Regency Atlanta
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14045771234 | Website available
5Hilton Atlanta
255 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14046592000 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Atlanta
1CNN Center
CNN Center, 1, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14048272300 | Website available
2Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30333, United States View details
Phone: +14046393311 | Website available
3Atlanta City Hall
55 Trinity Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 View details
Phone: +14043306000 | Website available
4City of Atlanta Water Department
55 Trinity Ave SW # 1600, Atlanta, GA 30303 View details
Phone: +14045460311 | Website available
5Georgia Department of Natural Resources
2 M.L.K. Jr Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30334, United States View details
Phone: +18003662661 | Website available
6Georgia Department of Agriculture
19 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30334, United States View details
Phone: +14046563600 | Website available
7Doraville City Hall
3725 Park Ave, Atlanta, GA 30340 View details
Phone: +17704518745 | Website available
8Georgia Farmers and Consumers Market Bulletin
19 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW #226, Atlanta, GA 30334, United States View details
Phone: +14046563722 | Website available
9The Fulton-Dekalb Hospital Authority
145 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30303, United States View details
Phone: +14044891234 | Website available
10Atlanta City Council
55 Trinity Ave SW #2900, Atlanta, GA 30303 View details
Phone: +14043306030 | Website available
People born in Atlanta (200)
People born in Atlanta, including philologist living in Germany Alfred Gudeman, artist Jeffrey Catherine Jones, professional basketball player Chuck Evans, .
More notable people
- Steven Soderbergh (American film producer, screenwriter and cinematographer) he was born in 14/01/1963
- Bill Kelliher (American musician) he was born in 23/03/1971
- Mary Lou Williams (American pianist) she was born in 08/05/1910
- Johnny Isakson (retired United States Senator from Georgia) he was born in 28/12/1944
- Toni Braxton (American R&B singer-songwriter) she was born in 07/10/1966
- Larry McDonald (Georgia politician (1935-1983)) he was born in 01/04/1935
- Big Maceo Merriweather (American Chicago blues pianist and singer) he was born in 31/03/1905
- Brittany Murphy (American actress (1977-2009)) she was born in 10/11/1977
- Yung Joc (American rapper) he was born in 20/09/1980
- Gus Hutchison (American racing driver) he was born in 26/04/1937
- Margaret Mitchell (American author and journalist) she was born in 09/11/1900
- Young Dro (American rapper from Georgia) he was born in 15/01/1979
- Mattiwilda Dobbs (singer) she was born in 11/07/1925
- Kelly Rowland (American singer, songwriter, actress) she was born in 11/02/1981
- Sirone (American musician) he was born in 28/09/1940
- Raven-Symoné (American child actress and singer) she was born in 10/12/1985
- Becca Tobin (American actress) she was born in 18/01/1986
- T.I. (American rapper, record producer, actor, and businessman) he was born in 25/09/1980
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Atlanta, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139940 | Georgia State University | Atlanta (GA) | 30303-3083 |
| 139746 | Grady Health System Professional Schools | Atlanta (GA) | 30303-3050 |
| 140340 | Herzing University-Atlanta | Atlanta (GA) | 30303 |
| 244437 | Georgia State University-Perimeter College | Atlanta (GA) | 30303-3083 |
| 476948 | SAE Institute of Technology-Atlanta | Atlanta (GA) | 30303-1736 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Atlanta, GA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | Peachtree Station | 1688 Peachtree Street, NW | RAIL |
| GNS | Gainesville | 116 Industrial Boulevard | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Atlanta.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Central City Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30303 |
| Cnn Center Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30303 |
| Peachtree Center Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30303 |
| Phoenix Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30303 |
| Civic Center Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30308 |
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- Atlanta, Missouri city in Macon County, Missouri, United States with a population of 384 people.
- Atlanta, Louisiana village in Winn Parish, Louisiana, United States with a population of 144 people.
- Atlanta, Nebraska village in Phelps County, Nebraska, in the United States with a population of 131 people.
- Atlanta, Kansas city in Cowley County, Kansas, United States with a population of 130 people.
Other cities in Fulton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fulton County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Springs | 109,928 | A city in Fulton County, Georgia. |
| Roswell | 95,434 | A city in Fulton County, Georgia. |
| Johns Creek | 85,192 | The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia. |
| Alpharetta | 67,897 | The most populous city in Fulton County, Georgia. |
| Milton | 40,037 | A city in Fulton County, Georgia. |
| East Point | 35,042 | City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States of America |
| Union City | 22,399 | City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States |
| Thomasville | 18,493 | City in and the county seat of Thomas County, Georgia, United States |
| Fairburn | 17,136 | City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States of America |
| College Park | 15,199 | City in Fulton and Clayton counties in the U. |
| Hapeville | 6,588 | City in Fulton County, Georgia, United States of America |
| Palmetto | 4,964 | City in Coweta and Fulton Counties, Georgia, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Atlanta distances to largest Georgia cities