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Stockbridge, GA

Stockbridge is a city in Henry County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2010 census, the population was 25,637, up from 9,853 in 2000. Stockbridge is part of the Atlanta metropolitan area.

The area was settled in 1829 when Concord Methodist Church was organized near present-day Old Stagecoach Road. It was granted a post office on April 5, 1847, named for a traveling professor, Levi Stockbridge, who passed through the area many times before the post office was built. He was said to be well-known and respected in his namesake community. Others contend that the city was named after Thomas Stocks, who was State Surveyor and president of the Georgia State Senate in the 1820s.

In 1881, the East Tennessee, Virginia, and Georgia Railroad was to pass through Stockbridge between Macon and Atlanta. The settlers who owned the land about Old Stockbridge asked such a high price for their land that two prominent Atlanta citizens, John W. Grant, and George W. Adair, bought a tract about a mile south of Old Stockbridge and offered lots at a reasonable price. Here the railroad built their depot and many lots were sold. The depot was located about 600 feet (180 m) north of what is now North Henry Blvd but was destroyed by the Southern Railway in the early 1980s.

Stockbridge was incorporated as a town in 1895 and as a city on August 6, 1920, turning 100 years old on August 6, 2020. The Aaron and Margaret Parker Jr. House and Walden-Turner House in Stockbridge are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Stockbridge is located in northwestern Henry County at 33°32′3″N 84°13′52″W (33.534068, -84.231185). Its northwestern border follows the Clayton County line. Some unincorporated areas in Rockdale County have a Stockbridge mailing address, without actually being a part of the City of Stockbridge.

U.S. Route 23 is the main road through the center of the city, leading northwest 20 miles (32 km) to downtown Atlanta and southeast 9 miles (14 km) to McDonough, the Henry County seat. Interstate 75 passes through the southwest side of the city, with access from Exits 222, 224, and 228. I-75 leads northwest to Atlanta and southeast 64 miles (103 km) to Macon. Interstate 675 splits from I-75 in northwestern Stockbridge and provides access to the city from Exit 1.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Stockbridge has a total area of 13.4 square miles (34.8 km²), of which 13.3 square miles (34.5 km²) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.3 km²), or 0.97%, is water.

The city places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Stockbridge boasts excellent healthcare facilities, including Piedmont Henry Hospital, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical services. Join the invigorating sessions at the Henry County Parks and Recreation, which hosts a wide range of fitness classes and community activities. Participate in yoga classes at Southern Lotus Yoga and Indigo Soul Yoga. Explore outdoor activities at Dresden Park, known for its vibrant community center and sports fields. For a more intense workout, head to Steve Lundquist Aquatic Center or the Rusty Wallace Racing Experience at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Top sites in Stockbridge, GA are Clayton County International Park, Atlanta Motor Speedway, Pin Strikes - Stockbridge, and Panola Mountain State Park.

Population: 35,893 (2024). ZIP code: 30281. Area code: 770. Elevation: 856 ft (261 m). Area: 13.82 sq mi (35.79 km²).

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What is the crime rate in Stockbridge, GA?

The crime rate in Stockbridge is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 22 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Stockbridge is 1 in 46. Based on FBI crime data, Stockbridge is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Georgia, Stockbridge has a crime rate that is higher than 74% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What is the cost of living in Stockbridge, GA?

Stockbridge is ranked 131 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Stockbridge is 94.6% of the national average. The median household income in Stockbridge is $61,939, which is 4% less than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $43,079, which is 17% more than that of the state. The average rent in Stockbridge (located in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta Metro) metro area for a 2-bed home is $1,519, which is 3% more than the average rent across the US.

Is Stockbridge, GA a nice place to live?

Stockbridge is a small town located in Henry County, Georgia. Residents in this town enjoy beautiful landscapes with nearby lakes such as Clayton and Oconee, where locals can enjoy fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities. The city also features several shopping centers with restaurants and popular attractions like Eagle's Landing Country Club which draws in golfers from around the region each year! Regional center - North-central Georgia at the southern tip of the Appalachian Mountains. Excellent housing, entertainment, and education make Stockbridge a great place to live.

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Best Places

Clayton County International Park

Atlanta Motor Speedway

Pin Strikes - Stockbridge 

Panola Mountain State Park

Piedmont Henry Hospital

Henry County Parks and Recreation

Southern Lotus Yoga

Indigo Soul Yoga

Dresden Park

Steve Lundquist Aquatic Center

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