Cobb County, Georgia

Cobb County sits just north of Atlanta, where suburban communities have steadily expanded into areas that were once more rural. Marietta serves as the county seat and has a distinct local character, including the famous Big Chicken landmark.

The Chattahoochee River forms much of the county’s eastern border, providing a natural contrast to the surrounding suburban development. Cobb County has become increasingly diverse and continues to attract Atlanta commuters, longtime residents, and newcomers from across the country.

The county is named after Thomas Willis Cobb, a former senator and political leader. Today, Cobb County blends historic sites, Civil War battlefields, major business districts, and modern attractions such as Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. The result is a mix of established neighborhoods, growing suburbs, and large commercial centers closely tied to the Atlanta metropolitan area.

CategoryDetails
County NameCobb County
County SeatMarietta
EtymologyNamed after Thomas W. Cobb, a Georgia politician and lawyer
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesMarietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, Acworth, Powder Springs, Austell, and several unincorporated areas
Interstates and HighwaysI-75, I-285, US 41, State Route 120, State Route 5
FIPS Code13-067
Total Area (Land and Water)344 square miles (land: 340 sq mi, water: 4 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) Cherokee County (North), Fulton County (East), Douglas County (Southwest), Paulding County (West), Bartow County (Northwest)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.9466° N, 84.5479° W
Major LandmarksThe Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Marietta Square
PopulationApproximately 775,000

TRANSPORTATION MAP

Cobb County Road Map

Our Cobb County road map features a new zoom tool that lets you explore the area in greater detail. Use it to examine the contours of Kennesaw Mountain rising near the center of the county. You can also trace the Chattahoochee River, which forms deep valleys along the southeastern border.

SATELLITE IMAGERY

Cobb County Satellite Map

This satellite map highlights Cobb County’s dense urban development across much of the area. Marietta occupies a relatively elevated area, with several creeks winding through surrounding neighborhoods. The northeastern section includes the Cumberland business district, while the southern areas follow the Chattahoochee River and feature greenway parks and natural spaces.

OUTLINE MAP

Cobb County Blank Map

Located just northwest of Atlanta, Cobb County has boundaries shaped by a combination of straight county lines and natural features such as the Chattahoochee River. The county narrows toward its southern tip near the river’s bend, where it meets Fulton County.

Georgia County Map

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