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Marietta, GA

Marietta is a city in and the county seat of Cobb County, Georgia, United States. At the 2020 census, the city had a population of 60,972. The 2019 estimate was 60,867, making it one of Atlanta's largest suburbs. Marietta is the fourth largest of the principal cities by population of the Atlanta metropolitan area.

Homes were built by early settlers near the Cherokee town of Big Shanty (now Kennesaw) before 1824. The first plot was laid out in 1833. Like most towns, Marietta had a square (Marietta Square) in the center with a courthouse. The Georgia General Assembly legally recognized the community on December 19, 1834.

Built-in 1838, Oakton House is the oldest continuously occupied residence in Marietta. The original barn, milk house, smokehouse, and well house remain on the property. The gardens contain the boxwood parterre from the 1870s. Oakton was Major General Loring's headquarters during the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain in 1864. Marietta was initially selected as the hub for the new Western and Atlantic Railroad and business boomed. By 1838, roadbeds and trestles had been built north of the city. In 1840, political wrangling stopped construction for a time, and, in 1842, the railroad's new management moved the hub from Marietta to an area that became Atlanta. In 1850, when the railroad began operation, Marietta shared in the resulting prosperity.

Located near the center of Cobb County, between Kennesaw to the northwest and Smyrna to the southeast. U.S. Route 41 and State Route 3 run through the city northeast of downtown as Cobb Parkway, and Interstate 75 runs parallel to it through the eastern part of Marietta, with access from exits 261, 263, 265, and 267. Downtown Atlanta is 20 miles (32 km) to the southeast, and Cartersville is 24 miles (39 km) to the northwest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Marietta has a total area of 23.2 square miles (60.0 km²), of which 23.1 square miles (59.8 km²) is land and 0.077 square miles (0.2 km²), or 0.38%, is water.

The city places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Marietta's healthcare system is well-supported by WellStar Kennestone Hospital, a leading medical institution in the region. Another hospital is the Northside East Cobb Medical Center. These hospitals provide a range of healthcare services, ensuring that Marietta residents have access to quality medical care. For those interested in yoga and holistic wellness, Giving Tree Yoga provides a range of classes designed to enhance physical and mental well-being. At Kika Stretch Studios Vinings, visitors can enjoy personalized stretching sessions that improve flexibility and reduce stress. Radiance Medspa Atlanta offers integrative aesthetic treatments for rejuvenation and relaxation. For a luxurious spa experience, Spa Sydell Integrative Aesthetics provides a variety of services including massages and skincare treatments. Marietta Yoga Collective offers classes for all skill levels, focusing on mindfulness and body awareness.

Top sites in Marietta, GA are Six Flags White Water, Gone With the Wind Museum at Brumby Hall, and Marietta History Center.

Population: 63,122 (2024). ZIP codes: 30006-08, 30060-69, 30090. Area codes: 470, 678, 770, 943. Elevation: 1,150 feet. Area: 23.53 sq mi (60.94 km²).

FAQs

How did Marietta, GA get its name?

The origin of the name is uncertain. It is believed that the city was named for Mary Cobb, the wife of the U.S. Senator and Superior Court judge Thomas Willis Cobb. The county is named for Cobb. According to the United States Census Bureau, Marietta has a total area of 23.2 square miles (60.0 km²), of which 23.1 square miles (59.8 km²) is land and 0.077 square miles (0.2 km²), or 0.38%, is water.

Is Marietta, GA expensive?

The cost of living in Marietta, GA is 4% higher than the state average and 7% lower than the national average. Marietta, GA housing is 12% cheaper than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 9% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 2% less in Marietta, GA than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 2% less. Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 8% less here compared to the U.S. average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 2% cheaper in Marietta, GA.

Why is Marietta, GA famous?

Marietta is graced with a historic town square, five National Register Historic Districts, a dramatic mountain backdrop, and just enough mileage between it and Atlanta to give it the élan of a cosseted and well-heeled small town with the vibrancy of an urban environment. A pocket-sized parcel 18 miles northwest of Atlanta, this county seat of Cobb County is rich in arts and culture, Civil War history, and heritage.

Sources

City of Marietta

Wikipedia

Rentcafe

Explore Georgia

Six Flags White Water

Gone With the Wind Museum at Brumby Hall

Marietta History Center

WellStar Kennestone Hospital

Northside East Cobb Medical Center.

Giving Tree Yoga

Kika Stretch Studios Vinings

Radiance Medspa Atlanta

Spa Sydell Integrative Aesthetics

Marietta Yoga Collective

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