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Alpharetta vs Roswell
Two Georgia cities 5 miles apart, side by side.
| Alpharetta | Roswell | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 66,355 | 92,577 |
| Median household income | $146,581 | $124,422 |
| Median home value | $605,700 | $520,500 |
| Median rent | $1,874/mo | $1,707/mo |
| Median age | 41.7 | 40 |
| Homeownership | 68% | 71% |
| Property tax (effective) | 0.87% | 0.83% |
| Sales tax | 7.75% | 7.75% |
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Is Alpharetta or Roswell cheaper?
For housing, Roswell is cheaper: median home values are $605,700 in Alpharetta and $520,500 in Roswell; median rents are $1,874 and $1,707.
Which has higher incomes, Alpharetta or Roswell?
Alpharetta: median household income is $146,581 in Alpharetta and $124,422 in Roswell.
How far is Alpharetta from Roswell?
About 5 miles in a straight line.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; state revenue agencies for sales tax.