Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Savannah

Affordability in Savannah

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Savannah is $1,382 and the median household income is $57,137 annually. With 55% of residents renting, access to income-based and HUD-assisted housing can make a meaningful difference for many Savannah households.

Safety

According to the Savannah Police Department's FBI Crime Data Explorer data for 2024, Savannah had a violent crime rate of 31 per 100,000 residents. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and jurisdictional definitions.

For flood risk, none of the 26 HUD-assisted properties in Savannah are mapped in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Savannah

According to Walk Score, assisted properties in Savannah average a Walk Score of 54 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 73. No Transit Score was available. These scores reflect conditions around the assisted housing locations specifically, not the city as a whole.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 50 public schools across 2 districts serve Savannah, including 27 elementary, 7 middle, 15 high schools, and 1 other. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Renting in Savannah, GA

The median household income in Savannah is $57,137 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a citywide median rent of $1,382 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can make a significant difference for renters whose costs would otherwise stretch a large share of their budget.

Savannah has 26 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties offering 2,230 total units across the city. These programs tie rent to a percentage of your income or area median income limits, keeping monthly costs below what the open market typically charges.

• Median market rent: $1,382/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median household income: $57,137/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 55% (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Income-restricted units available: 2,230 across 26 properties

Savannah is a majority-renter city, meaning competition for affordable units can be strong. Checking eligibility and applying early is advisable.

Environment & Flood Risk

All 26 HUD-assisted properties in Savannah have been mapped for flood zone exposure. According to that flood data, none of the 26 properties fall within a high-risk flood zone.