Connected to Discovery, Committed to Care
At the intersection of biotechnology and information systems, Alpharetta’s life sciences and healthcare sector is shaping the future of healthcare globally. In close proximity to industry-leading researchers at Emory University, Georgia Tech, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the city’s professional, scientific, pharma, and therapeutics companies are already improving care, diagnostics, and delivery models. With a globally connected workforce and thriving health tech ecosystem, Alpharetta is helping healthcare providers, researchers, and patients worldwide achieve better outcomes.
Life Sciences in Alpharetta
Data from Esri, 2025
777
Professional, Scientific, & Technical Services Companies
707
Healthcare Companies
25,180
Life, Physical, & Social Science Professionals (within a 40 minute commute)
103,293
Healthcare Practicioners (within a 40 minute commute)
31,755
Healthcare Support Professionals (within a 40 minute commute)
BioReady® Gold Community
In 2024, the city of Alpharetta was named a BioReady® Gold Community by the Georgia Life Sciences Association. The rating signifies that the city is highly prepared to support biotechnology facilities based on its zoning policies and infrastructure capacity. Gold is the highest possible rating.
Lab / R&D Space
With over 20 million square feet of office real estate, Alpharetta has the space and amenities for companies to succeed. The city’s business-friendly zoning allows for lab space and light manufacturing in existing office buildings, with up to 50% of an office property permitted for lab or production use—ideal for biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical device operations.
Georgia Tax Credits
Georgia offers valuable tax incentives to support life sciences growth. The Life Sciences Manufacturing Tax Credit boosts the Job Tax Credit for companies creating manufacturing jobs. R&D Tax Credit offsets up to 50% of Georgia income tax liability, with unused credits eligible for carryforward or payroll withholding.
Notable Companies in Alpharetta
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