Explore Doraville, Georgia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Doraville |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 33.908341 |
| Longitude | -84.269876 |
| Population | 10,623 |
| Density | 835.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 30340 |
| Area Code | 404, 470, 678 |
| County Seat | Decatur |
| School District | DeKalb County School District |
Doraville manifests as a resilient expanse of red-clay piedmont, defined by the quiet persistence of its inland landscape. The North Fork Peachtree Creek carves a humble path through the terrain, its water reflecting the shifting hues of the Georgia sky as it meanders toward unseen destinations. Only fifty-eight miles to the north, the distant silhouettes of the Appalachian Mountains provide a jagged, blue-tinted frame to the horizon. Residents often seek the quietude of Flowers Park, a green sanctuary that offers a reprieve from the hum of modern transit. The proximity of Lake Windsor, sitting just two miles from the center of activity, lends a subtle dampness to the air during the humid, golden afternoons of late summer.
Doraville evolved from its early agricultural roots into a vital hub of industrial and rail-based commerce that mirrors the expansion of the broader region. The steady rhythm of the assembly lines and the intricate web of rail spurs underscore a history built upon the industrious spirit of those who settled here. Longleaf pines once dominated this soil, providing timber for the early structures that stood before the warehouses and modern commercial corridors took their place. Today, the economy remains diverse, blending remnants of manufacturing heritage with a vibrant, multicultural commercial sector that keeps the local streets perpetually busy. Doraville retains a pragmatic character, valuing the utility of its transit lines as much as the steady output of its varied business districts.
Cultural life in Doraville pulses with an eclectic vitality, reflecting the diverse origins of the people who have made the area their own. A kaleidoscope of international flavors defines the dining scene, where small storefronts offer a global culinary experience that draws visitors from across the region. While the pace of daily life is dictated by the intersection of major thoroughfares, there remains a distinct sense of community that flourishes in the quiet corners of local neighborhoods. The legendary musician Ray Charles, whose influence on American sound remains profound, once called this corner of the state a place of formative inspiration. Doraville continues to balance its rapid evolution with a grounded, unpretentious charm that persists beneath the constant motion of contemporary life.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Doraville, Georgia. Coordinates: 33.908341, -84.269876. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Doraville includes the ZIP code (30340), telephone area code (404, 470, 678), county seat of DeKalb County (Decatur), and school district assignment (DeKalb County School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |