Essentials
- City
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- Population
- Approximately 500,000 (City), 6.1 million (Metro)
- Internet Speed
- High-speed fiber widely available; Google Fiber and AT&T Fiber offer up to 1000 Mbps
- Currency & Banking
- US Dollar (USD). 1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR (March 2026)
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and safe
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon. Prepaid plans around $40-$60/month
- Banking for Expats
- Chase, Bank of America, Wise, Revolut
- Accommodation
- Zillow, Airbnb, Landing (furnished apartments)
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile payments (Apple Pay) accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Mint House Downtown, Sonder Midtown
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel Around the Corner (~$45/night), Motel 6 central locations (~$80/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Downtown (near Centennial Park) or Midtown (near Piedmont Park)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Old Fourth Ward (Beltline access) or Inman Park
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Industrious Ponce City Market (approx. $450/month for hot desk)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Dancing Goats at Ponce City Market or Chrome Yellow Trading Co.
- Networking Events
- Atlanta Tech Village events, CreativeMornings Atlanta
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Atlanta, Meetup.com Atlanta Expats group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Lyft
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Relay Bike Share, Lime, Bird
- Best Beach Nearby
- Tybee Island (approx. 4 hours drive)
- Top Regional Airline
- Delta Air Lines (Hub at ATL)
- Top International Airline
- Delta Air Lines, Air France, Virgin Atlantic
- Highway Access
- I-75, I-85 (The Connector), and I-285 (The Perimeter)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Five Points MARTA Station
- Public Transport Passes
- MARTA Breeze Card; $2.50 per ride, $95 monthly pass
- Regional Travel
- Amtrak (Peachtree Station), Greyhound Bus
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Emory University Hospital / Piedmont Atlanta
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Highland Yoga (Multiple locations), exhale Midtown
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- The Forum Athletic Club, LA Fitness, Orangetheory
- Laundry Services
- LaundroLab, Highland Cleaners
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- UberEats, DoorDash, Grubhub
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Lemon Pepper Wings, Peach Cobbler, Southern Fried Chicken
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Slutty Vegan, Cafe Vesterlow, Herban Fix
- Best Dessert Spots
- Jenni's Splendid Ice Creams, Sweet Auburn Pie Shop
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- DeKalb Farmers Market, Trader Joe's Midtown
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon, Walmart.com
- Grocery Delivery
- Instacart, Kroger Delivery
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Edgewood Avenue (Bars), Buckhead (Clubs)
- Local Brewery
- Monday Night Brewing, SweetWater Brewing Company
- Wine Bars
- Barcelona Wine Bar, Lucian Books and Wine
- Street Food Stalls
- Krog Street Market food stalls
- Popular International Cuisine
- Buford Highway (Authentic Asian and Latin American)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, Centennial Olympic Park
- Museums & Art Venues
- High Museum of Art, SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion
- Historical Sites
- Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park
- Religious Sites
- Ebenezer Baptist Church, Atlanta Georgia Temple
- Annual Events
- Atlanta Jazz Festival (May), Dragon Con (September)
- Cultural Districts
- Little Five Points (Alternative), Castleberry Hill (Arts)
- Theater Venues
- Fox Theatre, Alliance Theatre
- Local Markets
- Ponce City Market, Sweet Auburn Curb Market
- Music Scene
- The Tabernacle, Variety Playhouse
- Street Art
- Krog Street Tunnel, Beltline Eastside Trail murals
- Cooking Classes
- The Cook’s Warehouse
- Art Galleries
- Jackson Fine Art, ZuCot Gallery
- Historic Buildings
- Swan House at Atlanta History Center
- Local Heritage
- Civil Rights history, Hip-Hop culture (Trap Music Museum)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Stone Mountain Park, Sweetwater Creek State Park
- National Parks Nearby
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Atlanta Beltline (Eastside and Westside trails)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- The Roof at Ponce City Market, SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel
- Birdwatching Locations
- Piedmont Park, Constitution Lakes
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated areas in Stone Mountain campgrounds
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- UPS, FedEx, USPS
- Tech Repair Services
- Apple Lenox Square, Gophermods
- Table Tennis Spots
- Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium
- Language Classes
- Language Institute of Atlanta
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Atlanta Central Library (Downtown), Buckhead Library
- Community Centers
- MLK Jr. Recreation & Aquatic Center
- Gaming Lounges
- Battle & Brew, Joystick Gamebar
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- No legal casinos in ATL; closest is Harrah's Cherokee (NC)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $260,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $168,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,000 per m² (e.g., 65 m² = $390,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,800 per m² (e.g., 65 m² = $247,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $5,500 per m² (e.g., 90 m² = $495,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,400 per m² (e.g., 90 m² = $306,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% Federal + 5.39% Georgia State Tax
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0-30% depending on tax treaties
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for citizens/residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 37% (Federal) + 5.49% (State)
- VAT
- No VAT; 8.9% Sales Tax applies in Atlanta
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) rules
- Property Tax
- Yes, approx. 1.1% of fair market value annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- Intangible tax ($1.50 per $500 of loan amount), Transfer tax ($1 per $1,000)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific digital nomad visa; standard US tax laws apply