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Moving to Savannah, GA

Population 147,780 · SAV Airport · Eastern Time

Everything you need to know about housing, neighborhoods, and the local lifestyle before you pack your boxes.

Median Home

$260,000

Rent (1BR)

$1,200/mo

Cost of Living

93 / 100

Unemployment

3.6%

Sunny Days

216/yr

Walkability

Somewhat Walkable

What It's Really Like in Savannah

One of America's most beautiful cities with moss-draped squares, SCAD art culture, and a walkable historic district. Savannah combines Southern charm with an increasingly vibrant creative scene.

Neighborhood Guide

Where to live in Savannah based on your lifestyle and budget.

Historic District

upscale

22 park squares with stunning architecture, restaurants, and everything Savannah is known for.

Avg Rent

$1,500

Home Price

$450,000

Walkability

High

Starland District

artsy

SCAD-influenced neighborhood with galleries, cafes, and Savannah's most creative energy.

Avg Rent

$1,100

Home Price

$300,000

Walkability

High

Ardsley Park

family-friendly

Tree-lined streets with spacious homes and a strong residential community south of downtown.

Avg Rent

$1,200

Home Price

$380,000

Walkability

Medium

Thunderbolt

affordable

Waterfront fishing village just outside the city with a quiet, authentic coastal feel.

Avg Rent

$900

Home Price

$250,000

Walkability

Low

Cost of Living Breakdown

Compared to the national average (100). Below 100 = cheaper, above 100 = more expensive.

Groceries

96

4% below avg

Housing

78

22% below avg

Transportation

94

6% below avg

Healthcare

92

8% below avg

Utilities

98

2% below avg

Best Neighborhoods By Situation

Best for Families

Ardsley Park — $1,200/mo rent

Most Affordable

Thunderbolt — $900/mo rent
Starland District — $1,100/mo rent

Most Walkable

Historic District — walkability: high
Starland District — walkability: high

Getting Around Savannah

Walkability: Somewhat Walkable

Savannah has moderate walkability. Some neighborhoods are walkable for daily errands, but most residents will need a car for commuting and larger shopping trips.

Airport: SAV

Savannah is served by SAV airport, connecting you to major domestic and international destinations. This is important if you travel frequently for work or want to visit family back home.

Jobs & Economy

Median Income

$41,604

Unemployment Rate

3.6%

State Income Tax

5.49%

Cost of Living Index

93

Top Industries

ManufacturingMilitaryLogistics/PortTourismEducation

Major Employers

Gulfstream AerospaceMemorial HealthPort of SavannahFort StewartSCAD

Popular Routes to Savannah

People are moving to Savannah from these cities.

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1,119 miles20.3hr driveI-20 West

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2,335 miles42.5hr driveI-20 West

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827 miles15hr driveI-95 North

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1,363 miles24.8hr driveI-20 West

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2,723 miles49.5hr driveI-20 West

Moving from Savannah to Other States

Route guides from Savannah, GA to every US state.

Savannah → California Savannah → Texas Savannah → Florida Savannah → New York Savannah → Pennsylvania Savannah → Illinois Savannah → Ohio Savannah → North Carolina Savannah → Michigan Savannah → New Jersey Savannah → Virginia Savannah → Washington Savannah → Arizona Savannah → Massachusetts Savannah → Tennessee Savannah → Indiana Savannah → Maryland Savannah → Missouri Savannah → Wisconsin Savannah → Colorado Savannah → Minnesota Savannah → South Carolina Savannah → Alabama Savannah → Louisiana Savannah → Kentucky Savannah → Oregon Savannah → Oklahoma Savannah → Connecticut Savannah → Utah Savannah → Iowa Savannah → Nevada Savannah → Arkansas Savannah → Mississippi Savannah → Kansas Savannah → New Mexico Savannah → Nebraska Savannah → Idaho Savannah → West Virginia Savannah → Hawaii Savannah → New Hampshire Savannah → Maine Savannah → Rhode Island Savannah → Montana Savannah → Delaware Savannah → South Dakota Savannah → North Dakota Savannah → Alaska Savannah → District of Columbia Savannah → Vermont Savannah → Wyoming

Moving from Savannah to Metro Areas

Route guides from Savannah to major metropolitan areas.

Savannah → New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ Savannah → Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA Savannah → Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN Savannah → San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA Savannah → Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Savannah → Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Savannah → Trenton-Princeton, NJ Savannah → Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT Savannah → Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Savannah → Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL Savannah → Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ Savannah → Vallejo, CA Savannah → Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Savannah → Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Savannah → Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Savannah → Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA Savannah → Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH Savannah → Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO Savannah → Kenosha, WI Savannah → Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI

Moving from Savannah to Major Cities

Route guides from Savannah to the largest US cities.

Your Savannah Newcomer Checklist

A 30-60-90 day plan to get settled in your new city.

30

First 30 Days

Update your driver's license & vehicle registration
Register to vote at your new address
Set up utilities (electric, water, internet)
Find a primary care doctor & dentist
Open a local bank account if needed
Explore your neighborhood on foot

60

Days 30–60

Join a local gym, club, or meetup group
Try restaurants in different neighborhoods
Find your go-to grocery store & pharmacy
Learn the best commute routes & shortcuts
Attend a local event or festival
Meet your neighbors — introduce yourself

90

Days 60–90

Establish a weekend routine (parks, brunch spots)
Build a professional network in your industry
Find a favorite coffee shop to work from
Explore day-trip destinations nearby
Start feeling like a local — give directions!
Invite friends & family to visit your new home

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