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Introduction to Acworth, Georgia
Acworth, Georgia is 10 miles NW of Marietta, Georgia and 27 miles NW of Atlanta, Georgia. It is in Cobb county. The city is part of the Atlanta metro area. The population of Acworth is 13,422.
Acworth History
This area was originally known as Andersonville. In 1843, it was named Acworth after a similarly named town in New Hampshire, which was the hometown of Joseph L. Gregg, an engineer with the Western and Atlantic Railroad. Acworth was burned down by General Sherman’s army during the Civil War in 1864.
Acworth and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Acworth
The Kennworth Park is located between Kennesaw and Acworth and hosts regular sports tournaments. This park also has amenities for tennis, softball and baseball. It also includes a playground for children. The city also has an excellent golf course. The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History is worth a visit.
Acworth Transportation
The William B Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport provides regular services.
Acworth Higher Education
North Metro Technical College, Kennesaw State University, Life University and Chattahoochee Technical College provide facilities for higher studies.
Acworth strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Georgia):
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| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 7% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 8% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
Comparing Acworth to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Georgia (State):
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