Savannah

Savannah, Georgia Overview

Savannah scores 48.9/100 overall (C), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Georgia — below the state composite of 51.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 78/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 8/100.

Income & Employment in Savannah

Savannah’s median income of $56,823 is 20% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.3% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.4%.

Cost of Living in Savannah

Savannah has a cost of living index of 95.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $225,200. Median monthly rent is $1,302.

Health & Wellness in Savannah

The adult obesity rate in Savannah is 34.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.6%. Residents report an average of 18.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Savannah

Savannah has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $15,342. The city has 48 public schools serving 27,694 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Savannah

Savannah enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 67.6°F. Summers average 80.2°F. Winters average 56.5°F. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The mean commute time is 18.7 minutes, compared to 25 for Georgia overall.

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