Atlanta Market
The Atlanta area remains a haven for both national and international relocations and expansions and is ranked second-least-expensive city in the country in which to operate a corporate headquarters.

Metropolitan Atlanta is home to over 5.3 million residents and 137,000 businesses. It is ranked the eighth-largest metropolitan area in the United States. Atlanta’s diverse population, deep talent pool, strong local communities, global transportation and overall quality of life has contributed to its economic strength and ongoing growth. Atlanta ranks fifth in the U.S. for the number of Fortune 500 headquarters.

Atlanta is also home to the world’s busiest airport with over 24 airlines and 1,300 daily flights to over 250 worldwide destinations. Additionally, Atlanta is the rail center of the South and one of the five most important distribution centers in the US, with two major rail carriers each operating over 100 freight trains daily to and from Atlanta.

Population (MSA): 5,376,285 (2008)

Population (Atlanta): 519,145 (2008)

State Info: 8,376 Square Miles and 135 Cities

Location: Atlanta is located in northwest Georgia at the crossroads of three major interstates: I-75, I-85 & I-20

Major Economic Drivers: Technology, Finance, Real Estate, Distribution, Transportation, Retail, Conventions, Medical, Education, and Arts

Atlanta's Strengths

Diverse economy

Strong in-migration and population growth

Low business costs

Tax and financial incentives

Transportation, distribution and cultural center

Higher eductation center

Healthcare center

Mild Climate