Savannah Living

Cost of Living

High Quality of Life. Low Cost of Living.

The year-round warm weather and coastal views might entice people to move here, but when paired with Savannah’s low cost of living, there’s even more reason to stay here. Compared with nearby cities, including Charleston, Atlanta, Charlotte, Jacksonville and Greenville, Savannah’s cost of living index is below them all and also falls below the national average.
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C2ER, Q1, 2026

The Savannah region offers a wide range of neighborhoods – whether you are seeking an urban area within walking distance of shops, restaurants and nightlife or a quiet, gated golf community with views of the river and marsh. To learn more about Savannah’s neighborhoods visit the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce.

Latest News

Teckrez expands Savannah operations through partnership with Porter Logistics

Teckrez, LLC, a specialist in tackifier resins, acrylic monomers and thermosets, celebrated the expansion of its operations with a ribbon cutting at Porter Logistics’ 230,400-square-foot facility. In early 2026, Teckrez consolidated its satellite operations, selecting Savannah as the strategic location for its growing import and distribution needs. The company selected…

10.28.2026

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Mitsubishi Power Doubles Footprint in Chatham County

Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. (Mitsubishi Power) is investing $490 million in expanding its existing footprint in Georgia. The company plans to create more than 220 new jobs in Chatham County. “When we met with Mitsubishi Power and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Tokyo, we…

10.23.2026

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Automotive supplier Yura Corporation to locate in Chatham County

Automotive supplier Yura Corporation announced today it would be locating in Chatham County, investing $5 million and creating 55 new job opportunities. The Tier 1 supplier specializes in the design, development and manufacturing of automotive wiring, ignition, controls and electronics. They will be providing wiring harnesses and electronic modules to…

10.13.2026

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