Savannah Chamber

SAVANNAH MSA MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME $74,632 COST OF LIVING The numbers below reflect the cost of living — the amount of money needed to sustain a certain level of living, including basic expenses such as housing, food, taxes and healthcare — in U.S. cities. Savannah $88,900 Charlotte, NC $97,900 Dallas, TX $98,500 Jacksonville, FL $99,000 Chicago, IL $100,100 Atlanta, GA $100,300 Charleston, SC $101,700 Austin, TX $106,600 Miami, FL $110,100 New York, NY $128,000 San Francisco, CA $178,600 COMPARABLE HOME PRICES Single-family home (Home Value Index) Gainesville, FL $296,333 Atlanta, GA $365,233 Orlando, FL $371,667 Savannah, GA $381,650 Charlotte, NC $421,667 Raleigh, NC $430,483 Nashville, TN $499,930 TOP EMPLOYMENT INDUSTRIES 1. Education and Health Services 2. Leisure and Hospitality 3. Retail Trade 4. Government — State and Local 5. Manufacturing 6. Transportation and Utilities 7. Construction, Mining and logging 8. Other Services 9. Financial Activities C L A I R E B A R R E T T / S A V A N N A H M A G A Z I N E STATISTIC SOURCES: Advisorsmith Cost of Living Index, Savannah 2026 Economic Trends, Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Savannah Economic Development Authority, Georgia Southern University Center for Business Analytics and Economic Research, bestplaces.net, zillow.com and public sources including U.S. Census Bureau Quick Facts, Georgia Department of Labor, Georgia Department of Revenue, Savannah Airport Commission and Chatham Area Transit 6. We support minority- and women-owned businesses. Savannah is committed to fostering entrepreneurship and supporting small businesses, particularly those owned by women and minorities. With numerous advocacy organizations and support services, Savannah provides the resources and assistance necessary for these businesses to thrive and grow. 7. We're uniquely situated within the Coastal Empire. In the Savannah area, it's easy to live here and work across county — or even state — lines. Local governments and authorities work together to tackle transportation issues and other aspects and potential challenges of rapid growth, ensuring a high quality of life for residents. 8. We've got natural beauty in spades. With captivating landscapes and an abundance of recreational activities, Savannah offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Explore the natural beauty of Savannah and its surrounding regions, from pristine beaches and marshlands to scenic parks and nature preserves. Even in our planned neighborhoods and downtown, beautiful squares and centuries-old live oak trees maximize the city's green spaces and keep residents connected with nature at all times. 9. You'll find your dream house. Whether you're seeking a sense of kin- ship, retiring in a golf community, or look- ing for a generous, safe space for your children to play and thrive, Savannah has a diverse range of neighborhoods to choose from. Take your pick from contemporary urban lofts, historic down- town row houses, waterfront estates along the marsh, or mid-century modern gems … the list goes on. From Federal townhouses and Victorian mansions to Arts and Crafts bungalows and luxe Lowcountry getaways, the city offers many fine pieces of real estate. 10. We're famous for our hospitality (and to-go cups). Savannah has been welcoming the world to its doorstep for almost three centuries. In that time, we've learned a thing or two about good food, gracious accommodations and entertainment. We know just how to make you feel comfortable, and if you need to mosey on, we'll send you with a cocktail in hand: Downtown Savannah helped pioneer the increasingly popular practice of open containers within designated areas and with specified cup sizes. Dale Parker, Margaret Stanley, Morgan Hammock, and Erika Snayd are just a few of the many women who own boutiques and small businesses throughout the Savannah area. 16 SAVANNAHCHAMBER.COM L I V I N G H E R E

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