Kennesaw

About Kennesaw

Kennesaw is a thriving city located in the greater metropolitan area of Atlanta, Georgia. The city boasts excellent parks and recreational programs, safe neighborhoods and a strong central business district that have made it an increasingly popular place to live. Just under 30 miles from Atlanta, Kennesaw maintains an attractive small-town feel with quick access to the big city.

The History of Kennesaw

Kennesaw's origins date back to the mid-19th century, when the area first sprang to life with the construction of the Western and Atlantic Railroad. During the Civil War, the surrounding land was the site of the critical Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. You can still visit many of the historic battlefields at the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park just outside the city. After the war, the population decreased for a short time, until the city was incorporated in 1887.

In the city's early years, its primary industries were the railroad, cotton and finance. Parcels of land throughout Kennesaw were purchased and developed over the decades, providing space for residential, commercial and industrial developments.

Jobs in Kennesaw

Kennesaw and Cobb County host a number of retailers, government agencies, education providers, entertainment complexes and many more business organizations. Retailers The Home Depot, Publix, Kroger and Walmart are some of the area's largest employers, a group that also includes Cobb County Schools and Kennesaw State University. If you have experience in the aeronautics field, you'll find a number of positions at Lockheed Martin and Dobbins Air Reserve Base.

In Kennesaw and the greater Atlanta area, trade and transportation, professional and business services, and education and health services are the largest industries. These industries are good places to start your job hunt if you're hoping to find a position in the area.

Kennesaw Schools

The Cobb County School District operates the schools in Kennesaw and many surrounding cities. The district offers several magnet programs in addition to its traditional elementary, middle and high schools. Kennesaw also has a few private schools within its limits, providing an alternative option to public education.

Kennesaw State University is the nearest higher education campus and is easily accessible from all areas of the city.

Resources for Moving to Kennesaw

Here are a few helpful resources for organizing your move to Kennesaw:

• Utilities: Major energy providers in the area include Georgia Power and Cobb EMC. Cobb County oversees water and sewer services.
• Garbage and Recycling: Your trash, recyclables and yard waste will be collected curbside on a regular basis.
• Transportation: Cobb Community Transit offers a public transit network throughout Kennesaw and its surrounding cities. You can also take a local commuter bus to the nearest MARTA transit station.

Kennesaw Housing

Kennesaw has a variety of housing options, ranging from the upscale properties near the Marietta Country Club and Kennesaw Mountain to the more affordable homes in the city center. The median home price in Kennesaw is higher than the Atlanta metro average and considerably more than national averages.