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Acworth, GA

Acworth is a city in Cobb County, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, this city had a population of 22,440, up from 20,425 in 2010. Acworth is located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains along the southeastern banks of Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona on the Etowah River.  Unincorporated areas known as Acworth extend into Bartow, Cherokee, and Paulding counties. Acworth's is often referred to as "the Lake City" because of its proximity to Lake Allatoona and Lake Acworth.

Like the rest of Cobb County, the area now containing Acworth was carved out of the former Cherokee Nation in 1831 after the natives were expelled. The Western and Atlantic Railroad was completed through the town in 1840. A watering station for the locomotives was established there.

The town received its current name in 1843 from Western & Atlantic Railroad engineer Joseph L. Gregg, who named it for his hometown of Acworth, New Hampshire, which was named for the former Royal Navy Surveyor Sir Jacob Acworth. Telegraph lines reached the town in 1851.

A private school was opened for white students in 1852. A newer private school operated from 1899 to 1935, when they integrated with the Cobb County School District. Until 1935, high school students from Acworth paid tuition to attend. Students outside the town were subsidized by the Cobb County School Board. Black students were educated separately in a grammar school. The closest Black high school was in Atlanta. Later, students were bused by the county to a segregated school in Marietta. Acworth was incorporated on December 1, 1860.

Acworth is located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains along the southeastern banks of Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona on the Etowah River. It is bordered by the city of Kennesaw to the southeast and by Bartow and Cherokee counties to the north.

Interstate 75 runs through the northern part of the city in Cherokee and Bartow counties, with access from exits 277 and 278. Via I-75, downtown Atlanta is 34 mi (55 km) southeast, and Chattanooga, Tennessee, is 88 mi (142 km) northwest. U.S. Route 41 and Georgia State Route 92 also run through the city, with GA-92 leading east 12 mi (19 km) to Woodstock, and south 18 mi (29 km) to Hiram. US-41 runs to the west of the city, leading southeast 6 mi (9.7 km) to Kennesaw, Georgia, and northwest 12 mi (19 km) to Cartersville.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.8 square miles (22.7 km²), of which 8.3 square miles (21.4 km²) is land and 0.54 square miles (1.4 km²), or 6.05%, is water.

Unincorporated areas considered Acworth for mailing purposes extend into southeast Bartow County, southwest Cherokee County, and northeast Paulding County. Some of the incorporated portions of Acworth east of Nance Road and Acworth Due West Road have a Kennesaw mailing address.

In terms of health and wellness, Acworth is committed to providing its residents with access to quality healthcare and recreational activities.WellStar Acworth Health Park and Northside Primary Care stands as a prominent medical facility, offering comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Lake Pointe Wellness Center provides holistic wellness services including chiropractic care, massage therapy, and nutritional counseling. Bee Well Botanicals offers natural health and wellness products including herbal supplements, essential oils, and organic skincare. Ferguson Family Chiropractic specializes in chiropractic adjustments and spinal health to promote overall wellness. Acworth Parks and Recreation provides fitness classes, sports leagues, and outdoor activities for all ages to promote physical health and well-being. Anytime Fitness Acworth is a 24/7 gym with cardio and strength equipment, personal training, and group fitness classes.

Top sites in Acworth, GA are Cauble Park, Cobblestone Golf Course, and Allatoona Creek Park.

Population: 22,624 (2024). ZIP codes: 30101, 30102. Area codes: 770, 678, 470. Elevation: 846′. Area: 9.79 sq mi (25.36 km²).

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How did Acworth, GA get its name?

The town’s name was derived from an influential early settler and railroad engineer, Joseph Gregg. The name “Acworth” was chosen as a tribute to his hometown in New Hampshire. It is said that Gregg’s suggestion of the name was accepted in exchange for him donating land for the depot. With the construction of the railroad depot and the completion of the Western and Atlantic Railroad, Acworth began to flourish. The town became a vital stop along the railroad line, serving as a transportation hub for both passengers and freight.

Is Acworth, GA a good place to live?

Acworth is in Cobb County and is one of the best places to live in Georgia. Living in Acworth offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Acworth, there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Acworth and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Acworth are highly rated.

What is Acworth, GA is known for?

Located in northwest Cobb County, Acworth is home to two magnificent lakes - lakes Acworth and Allatoona - with swimming, fishing, boating, and sailing opportunities. Shoppers enjoy Acworth's historical downtown, which offers a variety of cuisines, from classic Italian to spicy Cajun. Acworth has many community parks, as well as the 42-acre Acworth Sports Complex.

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Cauble Park

Cobblestone Golf Course

Allatoona Creek Park

WellStar Acworth Health Park

Northside Primary Care

Lake Pointe Wellness Center

Bee Well Botanicals

Ferguson Family Chiropractic

Acworth Parks and Recreation

Anytime Fitness Acworth

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