Explore Snellville, Georgia, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Snellville |
| State | Georgia (GA) |
| County | Gwinnett County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 33.860224 |
| Longitude | -84.006295 |
| Population | 20,573 |
| Density | 758.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 30078, 30039 |
| Area Code | 404, 470, 678 |
| County Seat | Lawrenceville |
| School District | Gwinnett County School District |
Snellville occupies a portion of the Georgia piedmont where the red clay earth supports thick stands of longleaf pine. It lies 6.3 miles east of Mountain Park, GA (from Mountain Park, GA: bearing 82°T), and is situated 7.1 miles south-southwest of Lawrenceville. The landscape maintains a quiet distance from the Appalachian Mountains, which remain a faint, serrated line against the horizon some fifty-eight miles away. Water flows through the local terrain by way of No Business Creek, which carves a modest path just one mile from the center. Residents often find respite in the Greenspace Program Acquisition, a preserved tract of land that offers a quiet contrast to the developed corridors. When the sun hangs low, the light catches the dust in the air and turns the open fields into a deep, burnt amber.
Snellville traces its origins to the arrival of settlers who recognized the agricultural potential of the soil. The local economy evolved from simple farming roots into a diverse network of commerce and service industries that sustain the daily needs of the population. Business growth has remained steady, shifting over time to accommodate the changing demands of a modern workforce. While the town has expanded, it retains a connection to the cycles of the seasons and the steady labor of its residents. The nearby Amatriain Lake serves as a reminder of the quiet, inland nature of the region. Commerce centers now anchor the daily lives of the people, replacing the older agrarian rhythm with a more contemporary pace.
Snellville fosters a cultural character defined by the intersection of traditional Southern hospitality and a forward-looking demographic. Neighbors gather for seasonal events that fill the public squares with a sense of shared purpose and local identity. Notable landmarks serve as markers of the community’s growth, anchoring the memories of those who have lived there for generations. While the area is not defined by the fame of individuals, it shares the broader cultural history of the region. The atmosphere remains grounded, reflecting a way of life that values the stillness of the woods and the persistence of the local spirit. Life here unfolds with a deliberate, steady motion that feels entirely its own.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Snellville, Georgia. Coordinates: 33.860224, -84.006295. 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 Snellville includes the ZIP code (30078, 30039), telephone area code (404, 470, 678), county seat of Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville), and school district assignment (Gwinnett 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. |