RANK #827 / 996 · POP 765,813 · GA
PROJECTED GROWTH: -0.8%
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, a significant Civil War site with miles of trails and panoramic views, is a distinctive landmark in Cobb County. Located immediately northwest of Atlanta, Cobb County offers a blend of suburban living and access to a major metropolitan area. Commute times to Atlanta average around 30 minutes, though they can extend during peak hours. The county provides various transit options, including CobbLinc bus services and connections to MARTA. Beyond historical sites, outdoor recreation is plentiful with Lake Allatoona, the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, and the 61-mile Silver Comet Trail.
Cobb County maintains a high quality of life, attracting families with its public school system, which is the second largest in Georgia and highly rated. The county's economy is experiencing growth, with recent activity in food-related businesses, professional services, healthcare, and home services. Major employers include WellStar Health System and Lockheed Martin Aeronautical. Tourism also contributes significantly to the local economy, supported by attractions like Truist Park, home to the Atlanta Braves. The county's focus on attracting private investment and supporting businesses, from startups to larger corporations, shapes its economic landscape.
Below national median (4.7x)
Well below national median
Prices declining
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 4.1x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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MMM Acquisitions Data Center
MMM Acquisitions
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$1,080M | Planned |
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Cobb Galleria Centre Redevelopment
Cobb Galleria Centre
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$150M | Under Construction |
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Acworth Residential Project
Novare Group, BCDC, PointOne Holdings
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$50M | Under Construction |
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Cobb Solar & Battery Storage Portfolio
Cobb Electric Membership Corporation
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$50M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Cobb County has a Boom Town Index score of 17/100, ranking #827 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -0.2% and a median household income of $94,244, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Cobb County is $346,000 with median rent at $1,535/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2724, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.4% year-over-year. Job growth: -0.2%. Home values changed -2.8% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.8% of Cobb County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.