Explore Milton, Georgia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Milton |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Fulton County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 34.144325 |
| Longitude | -84.314188 |
| Population | 41,296 |
| Density | 414.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 30004 |
| Area Code | 404, 470, 678 |
| County Seat | Atlanta |
| School District | Fulton County School District |
Milton preserves a quiet dignity within the red-clay piedmont, defined by the slow transition of seasons across its expansive, verdant acreage. It lies 3.9 miles north of Alpharetta, GA (from Alpharetta, GA: bearing 355°T), and is situated 8.3 miles north-northeast of Roswell. The landscape of Milton remains fundamentally inland, characterized by gentle elevations that look toward the distant silhouettes of the Appalachian Mountains on the horizon. Seagraves Lake provides a glassy, reflective surface that anchors the local topography, offering a stillness that defines the surrounding meadows. Nearby, the water of Chicken Creek carves a narrow, persistent path through the soil, feeding the verdant woodlands that define the rural character. This expanse of open land and dense tree canopy creates a temperate sanctuary far removed from the pressures of the wider world.
Milton evolved from an agrarian heritage into a refined residential enclave, maintaining a focus on land preservation and equestrian traditions that honor its roots. The local economy relies heavily on specialized professional services and the maintenance of large, private estates, which sustain a quiet but prosperous commercial sector. Historic preservation serves as an anchor for the community, ensuring that the remnants of earlier agricultural cycles remain visible amidst modern development. Industry here is marked by a deliberate restraint, favoring low-density growth that keeps the rhythm of daily life measured and composed. The transition from farmstead to modern suburbia has been managed with a careful eye toward protecting the integrity of the natural environment.
Cultural life in Milton centers on the Former Milton Country Club, a space that has been reclaimed as a vital common ground for residents. The atmosphere is defined by a sense of neighborly autonomy, where the pace of the afternoon is dictated by the lengthening shadows across a pasture rather than the urgency of the clock. Local events often emphasize the equestrian spirit, drawing families to gatherings that celebrate the intersection of sport and the pastoral landscape. While the area is home to quiet, accomplished individuals, it remains largely defined by the collective character of its residents who value privacy and the preservation of open space. The quality of light during the late afternoon, filtered through the pines, imbues the everyday activities of the populace with a distinct, lingering clarity.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Milton, Georgia. Coordinates: 34.144325, -84.314188. 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 Milton includes the ZIP code (30004), telephone area code (404, 470, 678), county seat of Fulton County (Atlanta), and school district assignment (Fulton 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. |