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Norcross, GA

Norcross is a city located in Gwinnett County, Georgia, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population was 9,116, while in 2020, the population increased to 17,209. Norcross is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta metropolitan statistical area.

Norcross was chartered as a town on October 26, 1870. The community was named for Jonathan Norcross, a former Atlanta Mayor and railroad official.

Norcross is bordered to the north by the city of Peachtree Corners. The southern boundary of the city is formed by Interstate 85, with access available from Exits 99 (Jimmy Carter Boulevard), 101 (Indian Trail Lilburn Road), and 102 (Georgia State Route 378). Downtown Atlanta is located approximately 20 miles (32 km) to the southwest, accessible via I-85.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Norcross has a total area of 4.65 square miles (12.05 km²), of which 4.64 square miles (12.02 km²) is land and 0.01 square miles (0.03 km²), or 0.25%, is water.

The Western Gwinnett Bikeway is a multi-use trail along the Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. It is a shared-use path, cycle track, and bike lane that connects Norcross to neighboring Duluth.

In September 2015, the Norcross City Council approved plans to do a concept study on developing the Beaver Ruin Creek Greenway. The greenway could serve to connect Norcross residents to the Peachtree Creek Greenway that is being developed in Atlanta, Brookhaven, Chamblee, and Doraville.

The main newspaper of Greater Atlanta is the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The Spanish language newspaper El Nuevo Georgia has its headquarters in unincorporated Gwinnett County near Norcross.

Norcross places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The city is served by reputable medical facilities, such as the Northside Hospital Gwinnett and Good Samaritan Health Center of Gwinnett. These institutions contribute to the overall health infrastructure of the city, ensuring residents receive top-notch medical care. At the Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA, you can engage in various sports and fitness programs designed for all ages and skill levels. For a serene escape, Jones Bridge Park and Graves Park provide beautiful trails and outdoor activities to connect with nature. If you're looking for a unique fitness experience, try Farm Animal Yoga on the Green at Halcyon Forsyth, which combines yoga with the calming presence of farm animals. The Amazing Escape offers mental wellness activities through engaging escape room challenges. For fitness enthusiasts, Anytime Fitness provides a range of cardio and strength training equipment to help you stay in shape.

Top sites in Norcross, GA include Rossie Brundage Park, Thrasher Park, and Pinnacle Park.

Population: 18,968 (2021). Elevation: 1,047 feet. Area: 6.17 sq mi (15.99 km²). ZIP Code: 30071. Area code: 770.

FAQs

Is Norcross, GA a good place to live?

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

Is Norcross, GA expensive to live in?

Norcross is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metro metro area, which is ranked 131 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. According to C2ER (the Council for Community and Economic Research), the cost of living in Norcross is estimated to be 94.6% of the national average making it an average US city. The total monthly expenditure you can expect to incur depends on the cost of housing, food, utilities, transportation, healthcare, and other miscellaneous goods and services. Note that your household composition (single or married, number of kids) and home ownership status (renting vs. owning) might affect your monthly expenses.

Is Norcross, GA a city or town?

The City of Norcross became the second city in Gwinnett County when it was established by John J. Thrasher in 1870. The Norcross City Government works to uphold the city’s values and promises to its citizens via the city manager, the council, and various government departments. The City Manager oversees the daily operations of the city government and sees to it that local ordinances, laws, and policies are upheld. The City Council is composed of a mayor and five members who are elected at large and serve for two-year, staggered terms.

Sources

City of Norcross

Wikipedia

Fly Homes

Niche

Rossie Brundage Park

Thrasher Park

Pinnacle Park 

Northside Hospital Gwinnett

Good Samaritan Health Center of Gwinnett

Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA

Jones Bridge Park

Graves Park

Halcyon Forsyth

Amazing Escape

Anytime Fitness

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