Kennesaw
cityKennesaw, Georgia, is a suburban city located in Cobb County, northwest of Atlanta. As of 2020, the city had a population of 33,036. Kennesaw is known for its blend of historical significance and modern amenities, offering a high quality of life for its residents. Kennesaw's economy is diverse, with major employment sectors including retail trade, healthcare, and technology. Kennesaw State University, a prominent R2 research institution, is located in the city and contributes significantly to the local economy and community. What makes Kennesaw distinctive is its rich history, particularly its role in the Civil War and its railroad heritage. The city is also known for the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park and the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History, which attract many visitors.
Kennesaw, Georgia
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 13-43192
- Country
- United States
- County
- Cobb
- Region
- Atlanta Metropolitan Area
- Elevation
- 1,089 ft
- Total Area
- 9.82 sq mi
- Land Area
- 9.71 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.1 sq mi
- Latitude
- 34.02333
- Longitude
- -84.61528
- Climate
- Kennesaw has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, short winters. The average temperature ranges from 30°F in January to 89°F in July.
- Notable Features
- Kennesaw Mountain
- Neighboring Areas
- Acworth · Marietta · Cartersville
- Population (2020)
- 33,036
- Est. Population (2026)
- 39,924
- Median Age
- 35.6
- Median Income
- $83,356
- Poverty Rate
- 10.26%
- Family Households
- 67.4%
- Owner-Occupied
- 64.6%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial composition of Kennesaw includes 54% White, 22.83% Black or African American, 5.28% Asian, 5.01% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- City Council
- Body Size
- 5 members
- School District
- Cobb County School District
- Municipal Services
- Police · Public Works · Parks & Recreation
- Unemployment Rate
- 3.1%
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial
- Employment Sectors
- Retail Trade · Health Care & Social Assistance · Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- School Districts
- Cobb County School District
- Colleges & Universities
- Kennesaw State University
- Transportation
- U.S. Route 41 · State Route 3 · Interstate 75
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Broadband access
- Major Facilities
- Kennesaw State University
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park · Swift-Cantrell Park · Adams Park
- Parks & Trails
- Swift-Cantrell Park · Adams Park · Depot Park
- Founded
- 1830s
- Incorporated
- 1887
- Named After
- Kennesaw Mountain
- Historical Significance
- Kennesaw played a significant role in railroad history and the Civil War, particularly the Atlanta Campaign.
- Key Events
- Construction of the Western and Atlantic Railroad · The Great Locomotive Chase · Battle of Kennesaw Mountain · Designated a Preserve America Community in 2004