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Sandy Springs, GA

Sandy Springs is a city in northern Fulton County, Georgia, United States, and a suburb of Atlanta. The city's population was 108,080 at the 2020 census, making it Georgia's 7th most populous city. It is the site of several corporate headquarters, including UPS, Newell Brands, Inspire Brands, Focus Brands, Cox Enterprises, and Mercedes-Benz USA's corporate offices.

Human settlement in the area can be traced back to approximately 400 CE when Native Americans forged three trails to better access the area's freshwater springs. In the 16th century, the Creek Muskogee tribe settled in the area, where they remained until the early 1800s when they were forced out of the area due to the discovery of gold.

In 1821, the federal government held several land lotteries in the area, resulting in the purchase of land in present-day Sandy Springs and its subsequent settlement. The Austin-Johnson House, the oldest existing unaltered house, was built in 1842 on what is now Johnson Ferry Road. In 1851, Wilson Spruill donated 5 acres (2.0 ha) of land for the founding of Sandy Springs United Methodist Church, near the natural spring for which the city is named. In 1905, the Hammond School was built at Johnson Ferry Road and Mt. Vernon Highway, across the street from the church.

The boundaries of Sandy Springs are Atlanta to the south, Cobb County (at the Chattahoochee River) to the west and north, Roswell (also at the river) to the north, and Dunwoody and Brookhaven, at the DeKalb County line, to the east. A small panhandle in the northeast extends between the Chattahoochee River to the north and Dunwoody to the south, ending in a very small border with Peachtree Corners in the extreme western edge of Gwinnett County.

The largest employers within Sandy Springs are hospitals, headquarters, and regional offices from a variety of industries including computer-related services, package delivery, telecommunications, media, and financial transaction processing. Sandy Springs is home to three hospitals: Northside Hospital, St. Joseph's Hospital, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, comprising 40 percent of the hospital beds in the region.

The city places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Sandy Springs is home to Northside Hospital, a leading healthcare institution that ensures residents have access to high-quality medical services. Children's Scottish Rite Hospital offers many services, including, but not limited to, emergency care, neurosciences, orthopedics, and inpatient rehabilitation. For those seeking holistic health services, Clear Path Wellness Center provides comprehensive wellness programs. Dunwoody Wellness Center focuses on physical therapy and rehabilitation services. Atlanta Total Wellness offers a variety of services, including chiropractic care and massage therapy. For fitness enthusiasts, Highland Yoga and CorePower Yoga provide yoga classes that promote physical and mental well-being.

Top sites in Sandy Springs, GA include Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, Big Trees Forest Preserve, and Morgan Falls Overlook Park.

Population of 114,606 (2021). Elevation: 1,050 feet. Area: 38.52 sq mi (99.77 km²). ZIP Code: 30328. Area code(s): 404

FAQs

Is Sandy Springs, GA expensive to live in?

Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs 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.

What are the demographics of Sandy Springs, GA?

In 2022, Sandy Springs, GA had a population of 107k people with a median age of 37.4 and a median household income of $93,303. Between 2021 and 2022 the population of Sandy Springs, GA grew from 106,605 to 107,221, a 0.578% increase and its median household income grew from $86,548 to $93,303, a 7.8% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Sandy Springs, GA are White (Non-Hispanic) (57.3%), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (20.6%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (7.72%), White (Hispanic) (4.55%), and Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (3.23%).

Is Sandy Springs, GA a good place to live?

Sandy Springs is in Fulton County and is one of the best places to live in Georgia. Living in Sandy Springs offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Sandy Springs there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Sandy Springs and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Sandy Springs are highly rated.

Sources

City of Sandy Springs

Wikipedia

Niche

Fly Homes

Data USA

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Big Trees Forest Preserve

Morgan Falls Overlook Park

Northside Hospital

Children's Scottish Rite Hospital

Clear Path Wellness Center

Dunwoody Wellness Center

Atlanta Total Wellness

Highland Yoga

CorePower Yoga

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