Roswell, Georgia
Roswell: A city in Fulton County, Georgia.
About
Roswell is a city located in the county of Fulton in the U.S. state of Georgia. Its population at the 2010 census was 88,346 and a population density of 1,140 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 95,434 inhabitants.
The city was created 157 years ago in 1868.
Roswell is a city located in north Fulton County, Georgia. It was founded in the 1830s by Roswell King, a prominent Georgia plantation owner.
King established a cotton mill along Vickery Creek in 1839 to process cotton grown on his plantations. This mill served as the nucleus for the town of Roswell.
In 1854, the town was officially incorporated and named after its founder, Roswell King. It functioned as a historic mill town through the late 19th century.
After WWII, Roswell transitioned into a commuter suburb of Atlanta. Its population boomed to over 10,000 by 1970.
Roswell Today
Now part of metro Atlanta, Roswell has grown into a thriving city with a population around 95,000.
Popular attractions include the Roswell Mill and Covered Bridge, Bulloch Hall plantation, the Archibald Smith Plantation Home, and the Southern Trilogy hiking trails.
Roswell retains its historic character through preservation of sites like Barrington Hall and the Rogers House. But it also offers modern amenities as a suburb.
Conclusion
Roswell grew from a 19th century mill town into a quintessential Atlanta suburb. It honors its history through historic homes and sites while continuing to expand. Key aspects of its past include founder Roswell King, the cotton mill, plantation life, and post-WWII suburbanization. Roswell cherishes its roots while looking to the future.
Quick Facts about Roswell
| Population | 95,434 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Georgia (United States) |
| County | Fulton County |
| Twitter username | RoswellNM_Govt |
| Postal code | 88201–88203 |
| Phone Area Codes | 575 |
| Area | 77.48 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.0232,-84.3616 |
| Altitude | 3,573 feet / 1089 meters |
| Capital city | Roswell is capital of Chaves County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1869 (157 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 17:13:09 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,232 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.43% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 83℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Roswell is located at 34°1'23"N 84°21'42"W (34.0231600, -84.3615900).
Roswell map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 83.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Roswell increased by 7.43% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 88,346 | - | census |
| 2011 | 90,902 | 2.81% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 93,210 | 2.48% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 93,661 | 0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 93,597 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 93,827 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 94,549 | 0.76% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 94,699 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 94,665 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 94,763 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 95,434 | 0.7% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Roswell
1Chattahoochee Nature Center
9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, United States View details
Phone: +17709922055 | Website available
2Vickery Creek Falls Roswell Mill
95 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30075, United States View details
Phone: +17706413705 | Website available
3Big Creek Park
1600 Old Alabama Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, United States View details
Phone: +17706413705 | Website available
4Riverside Park
575 Riverside Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, United States View details
Phone: +17706413705 | Website available
5Roswell Area Park
10495 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, United States View details
Phone: +17708176670 | Website available
Where to Eat in Roswell
1Movie Tavern Roswell
4651 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075, United States View details
Phone: +17704076653 | Website available
2Red Lobster
1050 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, United States View details
Phone: +17709988573 | Website available
3Cicis Pizza
10516 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA 30076, United States View details
Phone: +17706451550 | Website available
4Taco Mac Crabapple
685 W Crossville Rd Ste. 146, Roswell, GA 30075, United States View details
Phone: +16787950080 | Website available
5Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
10777 Alpharetta Hwy, Roswell, GA 30076, United States View details
Phone: +14707095028 | Website available
Where to Stay in Roswell
1DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta - Roswell
1075 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA 30076, United States View details
Phone: +17709929600 | Website available
2Unforgettable Paradise
70 Mansell Ct #100, Roswell, GA 30076, United States View details
Phone: +17703625296
Services and Civic Places in Roswell
1Roswell City Hall
38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075 View details
Phone: +17706413727 | Website available
2Roswell City Council
38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075 View details
Phone: +17706413757 | Website available
People born in Roswell (48)
People born in Roswell, including singer, songwriter, activist, and humanitarian John Denver, racecar driver Ray Crawford, spiritualist J. Z. Knight, .
More notable people
- George Young (American former track and field athlete and college coach) he was born in 24/07/1937
- Bill Smith (American poker player) he was born in 14/03/1934
- Joe Skeen (American politician (1927-2003)) he was born in 30/06/1927
- Austin St. John (American actor) he was born in 17/09/1974
- Susan Graham (singer) she was born in 23/07/1960
- Tom Brookshier (American football player and coach (1931-2010)) he was born in 16/12/1931
- Liz Parker (fictional character and the protagonist of the Roswell High book series and Roswell T.V. series) she was born in 01/01/1983
- Daniel R. Foley (American politician)
- David Gilman (American luger and canoeist) he was born in 06/12/1954
- DonTrell Moore (American football player) he was born in 25/09/1982
- Doris Hill (actress (1905-1976)) she was born in 21/03/1905
- Juan Guerrero Burciaga (United States federal judge) he was born in 17/08/1929
- Kim Douglas Wiggins (artist) he was born in 08/04/1959
- Kyle Valenti (Fictional character of the Roswell franchise) he was born in 01/01/1984
- Lefty Scott (American baseball player) he was born in 15/07/1915
- Maria DeLuca (Fictional character of the Roswell franchise) she was born in 01/01/1983
- Michael Levitt (television producer) he was born in 13/03/1968
- Peter Guttman (American photographer)
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Roswell, GA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 454607 | Paul Mitchell the School-Esani | Roswell (GA) | 30076 |
| 438586 | American InterContinental University-Atlanta | Atlanta (GA) | 30328 |
| 138813 | The Art Institute of Atlanta | Atlanta (GA) | 30328-1635 |
| 417381 | Empire Beauty School-Dunwoody | Dunwoody (GA) | 30338 |
| 425250 | Gwinnett College-Sandy Springs | Sandy Springs (GA) | 30328 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Roswell, 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 |
| TCA | Toccoa | 47 North Alexander St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Roswell.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Crosstown Carrier Annex Post Office | Roswell (GA) | 30075 |
| Roswell Postal Stor Post Office | Roswell (GA) | 30076 |
| Northridg Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30350 |
| Roswell Post Office | Roswell (GA) | 30076 |
| North Spring Post Office | Atlanta (GA) | 30350 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Roswell, New Mexico A city in Chaves County, New Mexico. with a population of 47,596 people.
- Roswell, Ohio city in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 212 people.
- Roswell, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 69 people.
Other cities in Fulton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fulton County , GA.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 512,550 | The most populous city in Georgia and the center of the Atlanta metropolitan area. |
| Sandy Springs | 109,928 | 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
Roswell distances to largest Georgia cities