Sandy Springs, GA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 97,215 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Geography
The city's namesake is a freshwater spring that runs throughout the community.
Cultural Attractions
The Abernathy Arts Center exhibits artwork and offers classes for all ages.
Recreation
The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area provides a nearby venue for fishing, rafting and picnics.
Historical
Sandy Springs, incorporated in 2005, is now the seventh-largest city in Georgia.
Economy
BellSouth, UPS, and Cingular all have headquarters in Sandy Springs.
| Population [details] | 97,215 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 69.2% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 397.73 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 63.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 52.26 °F/31.4 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.29 °F/67.57 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 44.93 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 112 |
| Cost of living [details] | 96.25 |
| State sales tax | 4.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Nashville-Davidson (200.72 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | HARTSFIELD - JACKSON ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL (21.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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