Doraville, Georgia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Doraville, Georgia
City
Doraville City Hall
Motto(s):  "Diversity, Vitality, Community"
Location in DeKalb County and the U.S. state of Georgia
Doraville, Georgia Location in Metro Atlanta
Country	United States
State	Georgia
County	DeKalb
Area
• Total	5.00 sq mi (12.95 km2)
• Land	5.00 sq mi (12.95 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation	1,073 ft (327 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	10,623
• Density	2,125.03/sq mi (820.44/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP codes	30340, 30360, 30362
Area code(s)	770
FIPS code	13-23536
GNIS feature ID	0325924

Doraville is a city in DeKalb County, Georgia, in the United States. It is located northeast of Atlanta. In 2020, about 10,623 people lived in Doraville. The city's motto is "Diversity, Vitality, Community."

History of Doraville

Doraville became an official city on December 15, 1871. For many years, it was a small farming town. It helped the bigger farms around it.

After World War II, Doraville had a main railroad line and a new water system. This made it a good spot for a new factory. General Motors chose Doraville for a car assembly plant. Because of this, Doraville grew a lot in the late 1940s and 1950s.

In the late 1940s, the first neighborhood, Guilford Village, was planned. It had 112 homes. In 1950, only 472 people lived in Doraville. By 1964, the population had grown to 6,160. This growth also happened because nearby areas like Northwoods and Oakcliff joined Doraville.

By the 1980s, many immigrants moved to Doraville and nearby Chamblee. They settled along Buford Highway. This area became home to one of the largest Asian communities in the country. People from many Latin American countries also moved here. Today, more than half of the residents speak a language other than English at home.

The Doraville MARTA Station was built in 1992. This station is part of Atlanta's public transportation system. The General Motors plant closed in 2009 and was taken down in 2015.

Geography and Climate

Doraville is located at 33°54′19″N 84°16′26″W / 33.90528°N 84.27389°W / 33.90528; -84.27389. It is northeast of Chamblee and near other cities like Dunwoody and Norcross.

The city covers about 5 square miles (12.95 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with very little water. Crooked Creek, a small river that flows into the Chattahoochee River, runs through Doraville.

Doraville has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. Average high temperatures range from 53°F (12°C) in January to 90°F (32°C) in July.

Population and People

The population of Doraville has changed a lot over the years. It grew quickly after the GM plant opened. In 2020, there were 10,623 people living in the city.

The city is very diverse. Many different groups of people live here. As you can see from the table, a large part of the population is Hispanic or Latino. There are also many Asian, Black, and White residents.

Economy and Businesses

Even after the GM Assembly Plant closed, Doraville's economy kept going strong. The city has many small and medium-sized businesses. You can find lots of different ethnic restaurants along Buford Highway and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard. Doraville is also where Serta Simmons Bedding has its main office.

Architecture and Homes

Doraville has three main neighborhoods, each with different styles of homes built after World War II.

• Northwoods has homes like bungalows, mid-century modern, and split-level styles.
• Oakcliff mostly has ranch-style homes and split-level homes from the 1960s.
• Tilly Mill is the oldest neighborhood. It has many bungalow and ranch-style houses. Newer homes have also been built in Northwoods and Tilly Mill.

Education in Doraville

Doraville is served by the DeKalb County School District.

Elementary Schools

• Cary Reynolds Elementary School (in Brookhaven)
• Chesnut Elementary School (in Dunwoody)
• Hightower Elementary School (in Doraville)
• Huntley Hills Elementary School (in Chamblee)
• Doraville United Elementary (in Doraville)

Middle Schools

• Chamblee Middle School (in Chamblee)
• Peachtree Charter Middle School (in Dunwoody)
• Sequoyah Middle School (in Doraville)

High Schools

• Chamblee Charter High School (in Chamblee)
• Cross Keys High School (in Brookhaven)
• Dunwoody High School (in Dunwoody)

Public Library

The City of Doraville has its own library. It also works with DeKalb County to offer local educational programs.

Transportation

Major Roads

• I-285
• SR 141
• US 23

Public Transit

For public transportation, Doraville has the Doraville MARTA station. It is also connected to the Gwinnett County Transit bus system.

Walking and Biking

Doraville has an older network of sidewalks. Since 2016, the city has been working to fix old sidewalks and build new ones. This makes it easier and safer for people to walk and bike around the city.

Parks and Recreation

The Doraville Parks and Recreation Department manages many fun places. These include:

• Honeysuckle Park
• Fleming Arena
• The Paul Murphy Boxing Club
• Autumn Park
• Brook Park
• Chicopee Park
• English Oak Park
• Flowers Park
• Bernard Halpern Park

Famous People and Music

The band Atlanta Rhythm Section, a Southern rock group from the 1970s, started in Doraville. They formed at Studio One recording studio. Their first hit song, "Doraville," reached number 35 on the music charts in 1974. The song was a tribute to the friendly feeling of the Atlanta suburb. It described the town as "a touch of country in the city." Their 1980 album was even called The Boys from Doraville.

See also

In Spanish: Doraville para niños