How much does it cost to rent in Savannah, GA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Savannah, GA is $1,807. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Savannah cheaper than other Georgia cities?

Savannah falls in the middle range for Georgia, ranking #68 out of 135 cities at $1,807/mo.

When was Savannah rent data last updated?

Savannah rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · GA

Savannah

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Pop. 147,898·68th most expensive in Georgia·Rental market data updated monthly for Savannah, GA

Median rent (all units)

$1,807/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.7%

Month-over-Month

+1.5%

vs US Median

-$158

Rising (Monthly)

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Savannah · $1,807

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Savannah's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,807/mo

Expected by trend

$1,986/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Savannah's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,329

1 BR

$1,435

2 BR

$1,593

3 BR

$2,145

4 BR+

$2,478

Research median

$1,593/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,684/yr

At $1,807/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.7% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Savannah, GA is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

147,898

Median income

$57,137

Median age

Renters

54.6%

Age distribution

20.4%

31.4%

22.7%

14.3%

Under 1820.4%

18–3431.4%

35–5422.7%

55–6411.2%

65+14.3%

Gender

47.2%

52.8%

Male47.2%

Female52.8%

Race & ethnicity

36.1%

51.8%

White36.1%

Black51.8%

Hispanic7.5%

Asian3.1%

Other1.6%

Education (25+)

26.3%

30.3%

33.3%

No HS diploma10.1%

HS diploma26.3%

Some college30.3%

Bachelor's+33.3%

Housing tenure

45.4%

54.6%

Owner45.4%

Renter54.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Savannah, GA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,242 → $1,807

up 45.5%

Income

$49,832 → $57,137

up 14.7%

Population

147,930 → 147,898

up 0.0%

Renter share

54.9% → 54.6%

-0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

30.5% → 33.3%

+2.8 pts

Median age

33.2 → 34

+0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Savannah, GA paid around $1,242 a month. That figure now sits near $1,807, up 45.5% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Savannah, GA now reports about $57,137, up from $49,832 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 30.5% to 33.3% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Savannah, GA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Savannah on your salary?

At $1,807/mo, how Savannah rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $89,756/yr · Rent = 24.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,726/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $73,407/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $131,205/yr · Rent = 16.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $167,647/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,670/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $53,875/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $66,405/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Savannah rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Savannah. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Savannah

About renting in Savannah, GA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Savannah is $1,807/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,329/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,593/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,435/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,145/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($57,137/yr), Savannah ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Savannah an affordable city for renters?

Savannah is considered moderate for renters. At $1,807/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($57,137/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Savannah slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Savannah?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,807/mo in Savannah. The local median household income is $57,137/yr, meaning the typical Savannah household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Savannah?

Rent in Savannah has increased 2.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Savannah neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Savannah are 31406 ($1,565/mo), 31419 ($1,590/mo), and 31415 ($1,658/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Savannah is $1,807/mo.

How does Savannah rent compare to other cities in Georgia?

Savannah is middle-of-the-pack for Georgia for rent, ranking #68 out of 135 tracked cities at $1,807/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Savannah?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Savannah ($1,807/mo): Hardeeville ($1,499/mo), Pooler ($1,692/mo), Port Wentworth ($1,793/mo).

What percentage of Savannah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.6% of Savannah households are renters, while 45.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Savannah has a strong rental market.

How does Savannah rent compare to the national average?

Savannah's median rent of $1,807/mo is $158 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Georgia, it ranks #68 out of 135 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $1,807/mo, rent takes ~38% of Savannah's median household income ($57,137/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Savannah 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.99%

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