Alpharetta, GA Economy


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Alpharetta, GA is an attractive place to live for many reasons. The cost of living is generally quite reasonable, with a two bedroom rent at $1,960 compared to the US average of $1,430. Additionally, the grocery cost index in Alpharetta is 103 versus 100 in the US. This makes it an affordable place to live for families and individuals alike. This city is also home to several large companies such as IBM, Verizon Wireless, ADP and McKesson Corporation. As a result, there are plenty of job opportunities available here which further adds to its appeal as a great place to call home.

Alpharetta has an unemployment rate of 2.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Alpharetta has seen the job market increase by 2.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 50.1%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Alpharetta
- The Sales Tax Rate for Alpharetta is 7.8%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Alpharetta is 6.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Alpharetta
- The average income of a Alpharetta resident is $42,644 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Alpharetta resident is $133,920 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyAlpharetta, GeorgiaUnited States
  2.86
  -5.1%-6.2%
  50.1%33.5%
  7.8%6.2%
  5.8%4.6%
  $65,144$37,638
  $133,920$69,021
  $166,659$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.0%1.2%
  0.0%0.5%
  3.6%6.8%
  8.7%10.0%
  5.1%2.5%
  8.4%11.0%
  3.3%4.8%
  0.2%0.8%
  5.8%1.9%
  8.7%4.7%
  3.3%1.9%
  20.3%7.6%
  0.2%0.1%
  4.4%4.2%
  6.5%9.3%
  10.2%14.0%
  1.6%2.1%
  4.8%7.0%
  3.2%4.8%
  1.6%4.7%
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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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