Savannah, GA Local Data & Statistics

State: GA

Total population: 147,898 Household income: $57,137 Rent: $1,382

Overview

Total population

147,898

Rent

$1,382

Year built

1971

Household income

$57,137

Per capita income

$33,007

Poverty rate

19.7%

Unemployment rate

3.1%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

51.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Georgia

Total population

147,898

Adults over 25

97,309

Total households

58,192

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$57,137

Per capita income

$33,007

Poverty rate

19.7%

Unemployment rate

3.1%

Rent over 30% of income

51.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,382

Year built

1971

Households that rent

54.6%

Households that own

45.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.3

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

36.1%

Black

51.8%

Asian

3.1%

Two or more races

6.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

7.5%

Not Hispanic or Latino

92.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

88.5%

Commute time to work

21 mins

Work from home

11.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

30.9%

High school graduate or GED

26.3%

Some college or associate degree

9.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

33.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Savannah, GA with: Georgia United States

Savannah, GA

Total population147,898

Rent$1,382

Year built1971

Household income$57,137

Per capita income$33,007

Poverty rate19.7%

Unemployment rate3.1%

Georgia State

Total population10,940,407

Rent$1,393

Year built1992

Household income$77,353

Per capita income$40,924

Poverty rate13.4%

Unemployment rate3.5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CitySavannah, GA	StateGeorgia	CountryUnited States
Total population	147,898	10,940,407	334,922,499
Rent	$1,382	$1,393	$1,413
Year built	1971	1992	1980
Household income	$57,137	$77,353	$80,734
Per capita income	$33,007	$40,924	$44,673
Poverty rate	19.7%	13.4%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.1%	3.5%	4%

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Summary for Savannah, GA

Savannah is located in Georgia.

Rent & Income

In Savannah, the typical monthly rent is $1,382 and the typical household income is $57,137. Rent here is similar to both Georgia and the U.S., and household income is lower than both Georgia and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 19.7%, which is higher than in both Georgia and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 54.6% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 51.5% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 33.3% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is lower than both Georgia and the national rate.

Savannah, GA — Rent vs Household Income

Savannah, GA — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Savannah, GA compares in Georgia (16 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,382	5 / 16	from lower rent	$931 – $2,257
Household income	$57,137	14 / 16	from higher income	$45,925 – $160,093
Poverty rate	19.7%	14 / 16	from lower poverty	4.2% – 27.5%
Unemployment rate	3.1%	8 / 16	from lower unemployment	2.3% – 4.8%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Georgia with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Savannah, GA

Rent

In rent comparisons, Savannah comes in 5th out of 16 large places. Across Georgia, rents vary from $931 in Albany, GA to $2,257 in Johns Creek, GA.

Household income

In terms of household income, Savannah comes in 14th among 16 major places. Across Georgia, income levels vary from $45,925 in Valdosta, GA to $160,093 in Johns Creek, GA.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Savannah in 14th place among 16 significant areas. Across Georgia, poverty ranges between 4.2% and 27.5%.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Savannah is ranked 8th out of 16 major areas. Across Georgia, rates go from 2.3% in Brookhaven, GA up to 4.8% in Albany, GA.

💰 Rent in Savannah, GA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,382 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Savannah, GA

Annual Household Income: $57,137

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Savannah, GA

Estimated Rate: 19.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Savannah, GA

In Savannah, GA, households that rent: 31,800 (54.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	31,800	54.6%
Owner-Occupied	26,392	45.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Savannah, GA

In Savannah, GA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 16,375 (51.5%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	16,375	51.5%
Other renter households	15,425	48.5%
Total renter households	31,800	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Savannah, GA

Less than High School: 30,062 people (30.9%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 25,579 people (26.3%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 9,244 people (9.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 32,424 people (33.3%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 97,309

📊 Unemployment Rate in Savannah, GA

Estimated Rate: 3.1%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

Similar Population

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.