The city of Kennesaw was founded in 1887 as a direct result of Western and Atlantic railroad workers requiring housing in the area. It sits in Cobb County and is located in the Greater Atlanta metropolitan area.
In 2004, the city of Kennesaw was established as a
Preserve America Community, an initiative conducted by the federal government to encourage and support the preservation of local culture and heritage.
The city goes to great lengths to preserve its history and cultural heritage. It has many resources that aim to showcase that history. For instance, the
Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History routinely collaborates with many local schools to facilitate learning and education regarding the city's history.
Kennesaw has approximately 32,000 residents, making it the 9th largest city in the Atlanta Metro Area by population. The city's population has grown rapidly due to
Kennesaw State University and the favorable location that provides residents easy access to the larger Atlanta Metro area.
Residents in the city have an estimated median family income of roughly $85,153, compared to the national median income of $67,521. Around 88.9% of residents are above the poverty line, making Kennesaw a relatively wealthy community.
The City of Kennesaw offers residents a high quality of life as well. Their
Parks and Recreation programs routinely hold many events designed to engage the community, improve the city amenities and sanitation, and even conduct environmental initiatives.
Sources:
City of Kennesaw,
Census.gov