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These 2 Metro Atlanta Counties Officially Rank Among The Top 5 Best Counties To Live In The U.S.

Looking to settle down somewhere safe, clean and family oriented... but still close to all the hustle and bustle of the city?

Susan Swavely Susan Swavely - Staff Writer •
Aerial View of the Atlanta Suburb of Marietta, Georgia
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A new study conducted by Niche, which specializes in the best places to live, work, go to school, and more, found that two of the best counties to live in out of the entire country are located right here in Metro Atlanta. Keep scrolling to learn all about these amazing communities in Metro ATL.

Which two Metro Atlanta counties made the list?

Forsyth County

CUMMING, GEORGIA - December 10, 2022: Forsyth County is in the north central portion of Georgia. It is one of the fastest-growing areas in the US and was ranked as the 31st-wealthiest in the country.
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Coming in at #2 in the U.S. is Forsyth County. It also ranks as the #1 best county in the U.S. for families to live.

Here’s what Niche has to say about Forsyth:

Forsyth County is located in Georgia with a population of 260,062, Forsyth County is one of the best places to live in Georgia. In Forsyth County, most residents own their homes. In Forsyth County there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks… The public schools in Forsyth County are highly rated.
Forsyth earns an A+ in the categories of public schools, housing, jobs, and ‘good for families.’

Cobb County

Marietta, Georgia USA - 2 4 2023: a red brick sidewalk lined with shops, restaurants and bars with tables and chairs on the sidewalk, parked cars and a gorgeous clear blue sky in Marietta Georgia USA
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Coming in at #5 on the list is Cobb County.

Here’s what Niche has to say about Cobb:

Cobb County is located in Georgia with a population of 769,152. Cobb County is one of the best places to live in Georgia. In Cobb County, most residents own their homes. In Cobb County there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks… The public schools in Cobb County are highly rated.
Cobb earns an A+ in being ‘good for families’ and an A or A- in public schools, nightlife, diversity, jobs, and housing.
So if you’re looking for a good spot to live, especially with families, near the ATL, then you’ve gotta check out these two counties!
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