Living in Cobb County, Georgia

Cobb County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 741,334, part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Marietta, Smyrna, Kennesaw.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,915/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $417K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Cobb County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a highly educated workforce (47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.