Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
14%
Avg Rent
$1,663
Population
63,409
Renter Mix
38% Rent
Welcome to Alpharetta, a suburban community in northern Fulton County that combines technology with Southern hospitality. Located just 25 miles north of Atlanta, Alpharetta features diverse housing options throughout its neighborhoods, from apartments near the Avalon district to residences close to the historic downtown area. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,685, with rates decreasing 2.6% over the past year. The Big Creek Greenway, stretching 6.1 miles through the heart of the city, offers paved trails for recreation, with natural wetlands providing a habitat for local wildlife including blue herons and deer.
Downtown Alpharetta preserves its history while embracing the present, anchored by preserved structures like the Mansell House from 1912. The area hosts a weekly farmers market at City Center and celebrates music through events like the annual Wire and Wood Songwriters Festival. The city's business district includes over 700 technology companies, establishing Alpharetta as a significant tech employment center in the Southeast. Entertainment options include the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, which hosts both the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's summer performances and touring musicians throughout the year. The city maintains numerous recreational spaces, including Wills Park, home to an arboretum showcasing 26 different tree species.
Aerial view of an Alpharetta neighborhood
Rooftop seating at Central City Tavern
The amphitheater at Rock Mill Park
Shopping in Alpharetta
A shady residential street
The paved trail at Rock Mill Park
Median Household Income
$141,622
Average: $167,521
Education
33,283
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
36,038
Workers Employed
Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
14%
Housing Distribution
Alpharetta has more homeowners than renters.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Alpharetta, GA is $2,189 for a studio, $1,662 for one bedroom, $2,052 for two bedrooms, and $2,371 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Alpharetta has decreased by -3.7% in the past year.
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Alpharetta, GA is for everyday living.
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Walkability
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Drivability
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Bikeability
Public
Grades PK-5
1,014 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
721 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
559 Students
Cogburn Woods Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
746 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
726 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,260 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,250 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,173 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,143 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,222 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,038 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,852 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,136 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,459 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,174 Students
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