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Norcross, Georgia

Norcross is a city in Gwinnett County, Georgia, about 15 miles northeast of Atlanta city limits.
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Population 17,209

Top Events in Norcross History

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1870Government
== History == Norcross was chartered as a town on October 26, 1870.
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2015History
In September 2015, the Norcross City Council approved plans to do a concept study on developing the Beaver Ruin Creek Greenway.
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2020History
== Demographics == As of the 2020 United States census, there were 17,209 people, 5,087 households, and 3,674 families residing in the city.

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Historical Timeline

1870Government
== History == Norcross was chartered as a town on October 26, 1870.
2015History
In September 2015, the Norcross City Council approved plans to do a concept study on developing the Beaver Ruin Creek Greenway.
2020History
== Demographics == As of the 2020 United States census, there were 17,209 people, 5,087 households, and 3,674 families residing in the city.

Did You Know?

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Norcross is located in the state of Georgia.
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Norcross has a population of 17,209 residents.
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According to the 2010 census, the population was 9,116, while in 2020, the population increased to 17,209.

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Famous People from Norcross, Georgia

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Brenda Lopez Romero
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John Thrasher (pioneer)
City Founder · Born Feb 24, 1818 · Died Nov 13, 1899 (age 81)
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Young Dirty Bastard
Rapper · Born Apr 9, 1989 · Age 36
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Austin Crute
Actor · Born Oct 24, 1995 · Age 30
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