Alpharetta

Alpharetta, Georgia Overview

Alpharetta ranks #2 of 20 cities in Georgia, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 64.4/100. The city stands out in Fiscal Health (92/100) and Economy (88/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Alpharetta

Alpharetta’s median household income of $140,188 is 96% above the Georgia median of $71,355, and its 2.9% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.5%.

Safety in Alpharetta

At 289.1 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Alpharetta sits meaningfully below the Georgia average of 368 — a 27% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1335.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Alpharetta

Alpharetta has a cost of living index of 100.9 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $605,700. Median monthly rent is $1,874. Renters spend 16.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Alpharetta

Alpharetta’s adult obesity rate of 22.4% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.8%. Residents average 12.9 poor mental health days per month. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Alpharetta

Alpharetta has a high school graduation rate of 88.5%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.4:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,579. The city has 29 public schools serving 29,799 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Alpharetta

Alpharetta enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 61.8°F. Summers average 76.6°F. Winters average 48.6°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.1 inches per year. 30.6% of workers in Alpharetta work from home, well above the national average. The mean commute time is 19.1 minutes, compared to 25 for Georgia overall.

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