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Atlanta, GA vs Alpharetta, GA

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Highlights
- The average commute for residents of Alpharetta is 0.4% longer than it is for residents of Atlanta.
- 41.7% more residents of Alpharetta work from home compared to residents of Atlanta.

Transportation
 Atlanta, GAAlpharetta, GAUnited States
 Commute Time282827
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 Commute Mode
 Atlanta, GAAlpharetta, GAUnited States
 Auto (alone)59.8%65.3%73.2%
 Carpool4.8%4.3%8.6%
 Mass Transit8.6%1.1%4.2%
 Bicycle1.0%0.2%0.5%
 Walk4.4%1.4%2.5%
 Work at Home18.6%26.4%9.7%
 space1
 Commute Time To Work
 Atlanta, GAAlpharetta, GAUnited States
 Commute Less Than 5 min.1.2%2.2%2.9%
 Commute 6 to 9 min.5.6%7.9%9.5%
 Commute 10 to 14 min.12.4%15.6%13.2%
 Commute 15 to 19 min.17.1%15.9%15.2%
 Commute 20 to 24 min.18.2%13.1%14.3%
 Commute 25 to 29 min.7.4%4.4%6.7%
 Commute 30 to 34 min.15.0%10.2%13.7%
 Commute 35 to 39 min.3.3%2.2%3.1%
 Commute 40 to 44 min.3.5%3.5%4.0%
 Commute 45 to 59 min.7.3%13.4%8.2%
 Commute 60 to 89 min.5.4%9.8%6.2%
 Commute greater than 90 min.3.5%1.8%2.9%

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Reviews for Atlanta    318 Reviews

Lots of traffic near the airport at all times. Adds about 1.5 hrs to a 30 min commute. Great food and culture in downtown ATL area.  More

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Honestly the greater Atlanta area is the best place I've ever lived. There is so much diversity, delicious food, shopping, etc. The traffic really isn't that bad if you  More

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Over 1 years ago

I've lived just outside of Atlanta for 22 years and have spent a year deep within the hustle and bustle of the city. It's really NOT that bad. The crime really isn't  More

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Reviews for Alpharetta    26 Reviews

Over 5 years ago

I have lived in Alpharetta for almost 6 years. Great city, professional residents, high end neighborhoods, and of course beautiful shopping centers. The example is  More

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Over 5 years ago

I’ve lived in Alpharetta for 13y. I was initially excited and open-minded about living in the South. (We are from Chicago). The traffic is terrible. Urban planning  More

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Over 7 years ago

I live work and play in Alpharetta, GA. The standard of living is excellent. Housing is high end and affordable. Schools are highly rated. Amenities are top notch and  More

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ZIPS IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA
30331, 30318, 30311, 30315, 30316, 30310, 30324, 30314, 30305, 30309, 24 total
ZIPS IN ALPHARETTA, GEORGIA
30005 30009

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