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If you're looking to enjoy the benefits of living in a city that has both an impressive corporate presence and a classic southern charm, moving to Atlanta may be the best decision you'll ever make. Although the city is only the 33rd largest US city, it has the fourth-largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies and is the 13th most popular city for tourism in the nation. And yet, financial opportunities are not the only thing to consider when moving to Atlanta. You'll likely want to consider the area's educational opportunities, healthcare options, transportation and residential neighborhoods before hiring your movers. Atlanta offers tremendous opportunity - read on to see if this southern city is right for you.

Education

You'll hopefully be happy to know that Georgia ranks #1 in the nation for its use of technology in education, and that there are 33 public school districts in Atlanta, 17 of which rank among the top 50 Georgia school districts. The public school system serves nearly 50,000 students in 106 schools. Atlanta also houses 30 institutions of higher education. With so many local education opportunities, it is no surprise that 2/3 of Georgia students pursued higher education in 2009. Moving with children is never easy, but if you're looking for a quality school system and a place for your child to succeed, moving to Atlanta can be a great opportunity.

Healthcare

Although you'll hopefully be moving to Atlanta in good health, it's always helpful to know that Atlanta houses a number of renowned hospitals, many of which offer specialized treatment for specific health conditions. The city's Northside hospital delivers more babies annually than any other hospital in the country, and has a reputable perinatal unit with a staff that specializing in high-risk pregnancies. The Gwinnett Medical Center, which is located on the outskirts of the city, provides additional women's health services including screening and diagnostic services and a newborn intensive-care unit.

Piedmont Hospital, one of the city's oldest medical establishments, is now a cutting-edge cancer center that takes an inter-disciplinary approach to curing the disease, while the WellStar Cobb Hospital is known for its speedy and innovative cancer diagnostics. In addition to providing quality cancer care, Atlanta also houses the DeKalb Medical Center, which has 3 campuses which have received 5-star ratings for their care of stroke patients. The city also has 2 famous heart transplant hospitals, Emory University Hospital and Saint Joseph's Hospital.

Lastly, Atlanta has two hospitals that expertly respond to traumas and emergencies. The WellStar Kennestone Hospital houses the city's busiest emergency room and manages its load with an efficient 5-level triage system. Grady Hospital is the nation's largest public health system and the home to Atlanta's only Level 1 trauma center. Grady Hospital also has a large burn unit and a top infectious disease program.

Transportation

Moving to Atlanta will be easier because the city boasts multiple inter-city transportation options, including train service, Greyhound bus service and air travel. In fact, the city's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, which serves as the hub for both Delta Airlines and AirTran, is considered the busiest airport in the world.

As is the case in many medium-sized cities such as Denver, Atlanta has a relatively useful subway system which is often ignored in favor of cars. Fortunately, Atlanta has a solid network of highways which make driving a viable option for many of the city's residents.

Neighborhoods

Finally, no move to Atlanta can be successful without considerable forethought as to which neighborhood to live in. With over 2 dozen counties to choose from, you'll certainly be able to find a neighborhood to settle down in. Here are some of the most popular Atlanta neighborhoods:

Buckhead - Moving to Buckhead requires a desire to live an upscale urban life (and the means to support yourself while doing so). Buckhead houses some of Atlanta's oldest and largest homes, as well as some chic shopping opportunities.

Cabbagetown - Despite its rather unsavory name, this Atlanta neighborhood is extremely popular with young families, professionals and business owners who are looking for relatively affordable and convenient housing in Atlanta. It's definitely worth visiting Cabbagetown if you're moving to Atlanta, to see for yourself if this neighborhood suits you.

Grant Park - As the home to Zoo Atlanta and they Cyclorama, Grant Park is a neighborhood whose residential housing opportunities wax and wane. At the moment, the neighborhood is undergoing an influx of residents, and is a good option to consider if you're moving to Atlanta in the coming months.

Kirkwood - Known as a 'small town big city', Kirkwood has been a popular place to live since the 1990s. Located on the eastern side of the city, Kirkwood offers its residents and visitors a range of services including several annual festivals, 3 impressive public parks and a range of upscale spas, coffee bars and galleries.