Tucker

Tucker is a suburban municipality northeast of Atlanta in DeKalb County that spans residential neighborhoods and commercial districts. The community sits at an elevation of about 340 meters (1,120 feet) and blends these two zones throughout its area.

Tucker began as a settlement in the 1820s and became a railroad community after 1892 when the Georgia, Carolina and Northern Railway built a depot there. The town took its name from Rufus Tucker, a railroad director involved with the railway's expansion.

The Tucker Recreation Center hosts the annual ARTucker indoor market where local artists display and sell handmade work across multiple exhibition spaces.

The municipal government maintains an online Community Calendar where you can find information about local events and volunteer opportunities. Check this resource to learn about activities happening in the area and how to get involved.

Local organizations like the Tucker Optimist Club organize barbecue events serving chopped pork plates to support youth programs. These gatherings bring together residents while funding community projects for young people.

Location: DeKalb County

Elevation above the sea: 342 m

Shares border with: Doraville

Website: http://tuckerga.gov

GPS coordinates: 33.85170,-84.22140

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:35