Cost of Living in Savannah, GA

With a cost of living index of 92, Savannah, GA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 9% above the Georgia state average of 82. As a major city with a population of 147,546, Savannah offers a wide range of housing options, employment opportunities, and urban amenities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Savannah's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,302 (1% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $225,200 (26% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Savannah is $56,782, which is 24% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 28% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the Savannah, GA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.