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Forest Park, GA

Forest Park is a city in Clayton County, Georgia, United States. It is located approximately nine miles (14 km) south of Atlanta and is part of the Atlanta–Sandy Springs–Marietta Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 19,932.

In the 1800s, Forest Park was named Stump Town, due to the large number of stumps left behind from trees being cut for fuel for the trains passing to and from Atlanta. After being charted and incorporated in 1908, it became known by several names, such as Quick Station, Aster, and Forrest Station. Until the 1950s, Forest Park was spelled with two "R's" instead of just one.

Forest Park has its origins as a "wood and water stop" for the nation's burgeoning railroad system in the early to mid-1800s. Originally the third stop from Atlanta on the Macon and Western Railroad, the city was incorporated in 1908. The community was named for the park-like setting of the original town site. The 1,465-acre (5.93 km²) Fort Gillem was founded nearby in 1941 and was annexed into the city in 1973.

Forest Park is located at 33°37′11″N 84°21′57″W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.4 square miles (24 km²), of which 9.4 square miles (24 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) (0.43%) is water.

Public education in the city of Forest Park is provided by Clayton County Public Schools. Schools in the Forest Park area include four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school.

Forest Park places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. A commitment to the well-being of its residents is evident in Forest Park's healthcare infrastructure. Forest Park is served by the Southern Regional Medical Center and Family Medicine Forest Park Atlanta, providing access to comprehensive healthcare services. For a relaxing spa experience, visit the Natural Body Spa & Shop, which provides a range of rejuvenating treatments. If you prefer a holistic approach, the Saltville Grotto & Spa offers therapeutic salt cave sessions. Forest Park Recreation Department organizes sports leagues and fitness classes for all ages. For outdoor recreation, Gordon-White Park has walking trails, sports fields, and picnic areas, providing opportunities for relaxation.

Top sites in Forest Park, GA are Reynolds Nature Preserve, Delta Flight Museum, and Reynolds Nature Preserve.

Population: 21,447 (2021). ZIP codes: 30297-30298. Area codes: 404, 678, 470. Elevation: 1,005 feet. Area: 9.37 sq mi (24.27 km²).

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Is Forest Park, GA a nice place to live?

Forest Park is in Clayton County. Living in Forest Park offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Forest Park, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in Forest Park and residents tend to be liberal.

Is Forest Park, GA expensive?

Forest Park's housing expenses are 12% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 16% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 8% lower than the national average. Forest Park has grocery prices that are 1% higher than the national average. Healthcare in Forest Park is 0% higher than the national average.

What are the demographics of Forest Park, GA?

In 2022, Forest Park, GA had a population of 19.6k people with a median age of 31.3 and a median household income of $41,837. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Forest Park, GA declined from 19,856 to 19,619, a −1.19% decrease and its median household income grew from $37,370 to $41,837, a 12% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Forest Park, GA are Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (54.3%), White (Non-Hispanic) (12.8%), Other (Hispanic) (11.6%), White (Hispanic) (7.37%), and Asian (Non-Hispanic) (5.58%).

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City of Forest Park

Wikipedia

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Data USA

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Reynolds Nature Preserve

Delta Flight Museum

Reynolds Nature Preserve

Southern Regional Medical Center

Family Medicine Forest Park Atlanta

Natural Body Spa & Shop

Saltville Grotto & Spa

Forest Park Recreation Department

Gordon-White Park

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