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Kennesaw, GA


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Kennesaw, Georgia

Introduction to Kennesaw, Georgia

Kennesaw, Georgia, in Cobb county, is 5 miles NW of Marietta, Georgia and 23 miles NW of Atlanta, Georgia. Part of the surrounding Atlanta metro area, Kennesaw is home to some 21,675 residents.

Kennesaw History

Kennesaw was originally inhabited by Native American tribes. At that time, it was named as Big Shanty. In fact, it was the site of the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain during the American Civil War. Later on, the city was renamed after Kennesaw Mountain. However, some also believe that the city was named after an Indian chief. The city of Kennesaw was officially incorporated on September 21, 1887.

Kennesaw and nearby Attractions

  • Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
  • Big Shanty Museum
  • Kennesaw Civil War Museum
  • Six Flags White Water
  • Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History
  • Zoo Atlanta Playspace

Things To Do In Kennesaw

While staying in Kennesaw, you can visit the North Main Street Historic District, the Big Shanty Village Historic District, Adams Park, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Summers Street Historic District and the Cherokee Street Historic District. The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History and the Big Shanty Museum are also popular among those interested in the local history. Six Flags White Water is also close to the city.

Kennesaw Transportation

Atlanta International is the nearest major airport.

Kennesaw Higher Education

Kennesaw State University and Cobb Beauty College lie within the city.

High Points

Kennesaw strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Georgia):

CategoryTrophy
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 4%trophyKennesaw Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 4%trophyKennesaw People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyKennesaw Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyKennesaw College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyKennesaw Low Rate of Poverty
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyKennesaw Well-Paid Single Women
Low Violent Crime
(vs. State)		Top 18%Kennesaw Low Violent Crime
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Kennesaw Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Kennesaw, GA

Comparing Kennesaw to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Georgia (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Well-Paid Single Women910
Racial Diversity97
Well-Paid Single Men910
Male Share of the Population78
Female Share of the Population43
Age of the Population23
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married79
Average Household Size77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better910
Median Family Income810
College Educated Adults810
People Above Poverty810

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home79
Walking and Biking to Work47
Public Transportation Use45
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Property Taxes61
People Living Alone33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33
Affordability of Rents21
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime89
Low Property Crime78

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