Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
18%
Roswell, GA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,394
Population
87,579
Renter Mix
33% Rent
Nature and history blend seamlessly in this Greater Atlanta city
Suburban
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Commuter
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Family-Friendly
Located in northern Fulton County, Roswell combines historical heritage with contemporary living. The city features 900+ acres of parkland, including access to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, where residents enjoy hiking trails and river activities. The downtown district centers around Canton Street, where preserved architecture houses local shops, galleries, and restaurants. Current rental data shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,439, with rates decreasing 4% over the past year.
Roswell's history dates to the 1830s with the establishment of the Roswell Manufacturing Company, which became North Georgia's largest cotton mill. Three preserved antebellum homes - Bulloch Hall, Barrington Hall, and Smith Plantation - now serve as museums and cultural centers. The city calendar features signature events like Georgia's largest Memorial Day ceremony and the Alive in Roswell festival, running monthly from April through October. The Chattahoochee Nature Center provides environmental education and wildlife programs, while the area is served by Fulton County schools. Notable areas include the historic district with its preserved homes and newer residential options, the East Roswell community near Big Creek Park, and the Canton Street area featuring residential developments.
Explore the City
Shops in Roswell
A paved trail connects Azalea Park to Willeo Park
Waterfall in Old Mill Park
View of the old mill from the bridge
A covered pedestrian bridge connects Old Mill Park to the Chattahoochee River trail system
Canton Street in Downtown Roswell
Demographics
Median Household Income
$121,909
Average: $149,397
Education
42,925
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
48,027
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Roswell has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
33%
Non-Renters
67%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
44%
Other Education
56%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Roswell, GA is $982 for a studio, $1,388 for one bedroom, $1,646 for two bedrooms, and $1,976 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Roswell has decreased by -2.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,388/month
806 Sq Ft
House
$4,123/month
2,684 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,490/month
1,257 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,786/month
1,718 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Roswell, GA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
839 Students
Mountain Park Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
699 Students
Hembree Springs Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
521 Students
Roswell North Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
930 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
582 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
932 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
842 Students
Fulton Academy of Science and Technology
Public
Grades K-8
556 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,949 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,579 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Wills Park
- Chattahoochee Nature Center
- Big Creek Greenway
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area - Island Ford
- Big Trees Forest Preserve
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.