Geography
The county seat of Gwinnett County is on the eastern outskirts of Atlanta.
Cultural Attractions
The Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts has over 4,000 square feet of gallery space.
Recreation
The Gwinnett Gladiators hockey team competes in the East Coast Hockey League.
Historical
The city is named after Capt. James Lawrence, who was wounded in the War of 1812.
Economy
Gwinnett County is home to seven of the region's top 25 high-tech employers.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 31,883
- Population under 55:
- 79.8%
- Population over 55:
- 20.2%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Atlanta
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 34°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $43,069
- Median home price:
- $109,950
- Average property tax:
- $2,236
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 9.1%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 15
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 25
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 33/3
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 57/3
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 32
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