What You Need to Know Before Moving to Atlanta

Time to look at the numbers of our top neighborhoods in Atlanta, Georgia. Let’s look at the lower numbers first. Affordability does a pretty average 3.3 out of five. Atlanta’s best neighborhoods can be a bit pricey. However in most cases you can find something for all budgets—if you know where to look.

Schools are also not the highlight of Atlanta. It definitely has some outstanding schools, but not all neighborhoods get such benefits. Last but not least, Public Transit also gets a 3.8 average out of five. Why? Although there are tons of public transportation options, two things make it less than great: rush hour and how unreliable the MARTA system can be–just make sure to leave early if you have an important appointment.

Now, let’s look at the highlights. Shopping, Restaurants, Nightlife and Entertainment categories get a stellar 4.9 and 4.8 out of five. You’ll never say 'I’m bored’ in Atlanta. That’s a fact. Atlanta is a city that oozes entertainment in whatever shape you like: shopping, dining, music, theater, outdoor activities, you name it.

Atlanta averaged at 41.4/50 on our best neighborhoods to live in the USA ranking. Atlanta has had a bad reputation for crime.

However, you can ask any of it's residents, and they will tell you that it isn’t that bad. The culture and history of this place, plus the small-town feel, make this city one of the greatest cities in America to consider.

If you’ve ever wanted to live in the ‘Empire of the South’ and one of the most up-and-coming cities in the US, that like a phoenix, it rose from the ashes, Atlanta might be what you’re looking for.