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Savannah, Georgia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Savannah, Georgia is 147,546 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 5th-largest city in Georgia. The median household income is $56,782, the median home value is $225,200, and the median age is 33.7.

The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (137,412 → 148,808).

147,546

Population

1348

People / sq mi

$56,782

Median Income

$225,200

Median Home Value

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Savannah covers 109.4 sq mi of land at 1348 people per square mile.

About Savannah, GA

Homeownership is the standout figure in Savannah: 44.4% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 147,546 residents, Savannah is a city in Georgia. That makes it one of the ten largest cities in Georgia in the country, at #5 by population.

Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $56,782, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 13.2% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $225,200, with typical rent around $1,302.

32.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.1%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.

Savannah city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Savannah city had a population of 137,412 in 2010 and 148,808 in 2024, a 8.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 148,808 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.57%.

2024 · 149K20102024
Savannah city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

148,808

Population (2024)

137,412

Population (2010)

148,808

Peak (2024)

0.57%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010137,412
2011140,414
2012142,327
2013142,600
2014143,883
2015145,160
2016145,818
2017145,804
2018145,817
2019144,464
2020147,494
2021146,525
2022148,281
2023148,333
2024148,808

Race & Ethnicity

White37.2%
Black or African American52.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$56,782

Median Household Income

$32,004

Per Capita Income

13.2%

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$225,200

Median Home Value

$1,302

Median Rent

44.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

89.9%

High School+

32.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.6%

Drive Alone

70.4%

Public Transit

10.1%

Work From Home

20.4 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

37.4%

Foreign Born

89.9%

Non-English at Home

7.6%

Veterans

15.9%

With Disability

86.2%

Health Insurance

94.9%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management22.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services15.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate12.7%
Retail Trade9.6%
Manufacturing6.2%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.6%
Information4.5%
Construction4.3%
Public Administration3.8%
Transportation & Warehousing1.9%
Agriculture & Mining0.6%

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Common questions about Savannah, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

Savannah, Georgia has a population of 147,546 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 5th-largest city in Georgia.

The median household income in Savannah, Georgia is $56,782, with 13.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Savannah, Georgia is $225,200, with median monthly rent at $1,302 and a homeownership rate of 44.4%.

The median age in Savannah, Georgia is 33.7 years. The population is 47.0% male and 53.0% female.

The population has grown 8.3% since 2010 (137,412 → 148,808).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.