Savannah, Georgia
Southern hospitality meets coastal beauty
Travel + Leisure (2024)
#5 Best U.S. Cities
Livability (2025)
#55 Top 100 Best Places to Live
WhereAtHome Score
68.9
D+out of 100
Overview
Savannah offers one of America's most beautiful historic districts, with moss-draped squares and antebellum architecture. The city's port is one of the nation's busiest, driving economic growth alongside tourism and SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design). Lower costs than Charleston make it attractive for those seeking Southern charm.
Key Highlights
- Historic downtown with 22 park squares
- One of nation's busiest container ports
- SCAD brings creative and artistic energy
- Beach access at Tybee Island
- More affordable than Charleston
- Rich culinary and cultural traditions
Key Metrics
2024 Presidential Election
Chatham County (county-level results)
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Climate
Summer High
92°F
Winter Low
39°F
Annual Rainfall
49"
Sunny Days
218
Amenities & Infrastructure
45+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
3 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
3 Universities
Higher education institutions
Public Transit Available
Bus, rail, or metro service
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
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Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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