Strong Momentum

Metro Atlanta is one the largest regions in the nation and the economic engine of the Southeast.

• #9 Largest Metro Area by Labor Market
• #4 Population Gaining Metro Area
• #5 Metro Area for In-Migration
• Leader in population diversity
• "Cool Factor"

Atlanta boasts an annual growth rate of 1.5%, nearly double that of the nation. This places Atlanta among the top markets nationally for annual growth.

Strong In-Migration

A significant portion of metro Atlanta’s population growth is attributed to in-migration. The Atlanta region welcomes approximately 150 new residents everyday. Approximately a quarter of new residents relocate from another country. The region ranks 5th nationally for in-migration behind Dallas, Phoenix, Tampa and Orlando. As the region grows, it also continues to remain younger than the nation.

Areas contributing the highest inflow of new residents to the Atlanta region:

• Asia
• New York
• Miami
• Chicago
• Europe
• Washington, D.C.

U.S. Census Bureau, 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

Diverse Communities that Flourish

International and minority residents find Atlanta to be open and welcoming. Metro Atlanta is one of only two metro areas in the Southeast with a foreign-born population exceeding half a million. The region ranks 12th among all metro areas nationally for largest foreign-born population.

• #1 state for black entrepreneurship (FitSmallBusiness.com, 2020)
• #2 metro area for largest black tech workforce (CompTIA, “Cyberstates 2021”)
• #3 metro area for growth of firms, employment, and revenue of women-owned businesses (American Express, "2019 State of Women-Owned Businesses Report")
• #9 metro area where minority entrepreneurs are succeeding (LendingTree.com, 2019)

The "Cool Factor"

It’s no surprise Atlanta is a top moving destination in the nation. There are professional opportunities galore coupled with vibrant entertainment and music scenes, foodie neighborhoods, young and hip demographics and a fresh, creative culture. The low cost of living is an undeniable plus, too.

Explore more on all the things that make Atlanta a cool place to call home.