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Savannah, MO

Missouri

Savannah is a small city in Missouri with a population of 5,062. Residents earn $58,983 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,062 Population 1,558/sq mi density
$58,983 Median Income $30,991 per capita
$143,100 Home Value $257,346 Zillow
$835 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 272 sunny days/yr
39 Violent Crime/100K 953 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,983 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,100 home value, $835/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
39 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,983
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,100
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 39/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $835
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

How Savannah Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,062
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,558/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,983
Per Capita$30,991
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.5%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,100
Rent$835
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,346
Housing Units2,446
Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

F
Violent39/100K
Property953/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault19/100K
Burglary233/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.2%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+8.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.4%

Is Savannah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savannah receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Savannah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Savannah is $58,983, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Savannah is $143,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Savannah is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 953 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Savannah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Savannah has a population of 5,062 with a density of 1,558 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,062
Total Population
1,558
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Savannah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Savannah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savannah is $58,983, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,991 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Savannah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,983
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Savannah is $143,100, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,346, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.3% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $835 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 2,446 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. 24.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,100
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$257,346
Median List Price$232,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$232,450
$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$835
28% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%
Housing Units2,446
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

In Savannah, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 31.4% have high blood pressure. 15.2% are current smokers. 19.1% report binge drinking. 24.7% are physically inactive. 25.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Savannah vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits63.1%

Food & Exercise

Savannah has a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 19.4 per 100,000, robbery at 19.4, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 953 per 100,000, 51% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 622, burglary at 233, vehicle theft at 97 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Savannah receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Savannah vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent38.9/100K
90% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery19.4/100K
Assault19.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property952.6/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary233.3/100K
Theft622.1/100K
Vehicle Theft97.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Savannah experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density1,558/sq mi
Coordinates39.9417°N, 94.8303°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 31°F (-1°C) 1.0 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
June 73°F (23°C) 4.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.2 in
September 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
November 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.4 in

Savannah has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 25°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.9").

23.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 78.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 79.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+8.0%
School Test Score5.51
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,558/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.4%

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Savannah

What is the population of Savannah?

Savannah has a population of 5,062 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,558 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 54.6% female and 45.4% male.

Is Savannah expensive to live in?

Savannah is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,983, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,100 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Savannah safe?

Savannah is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 39 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 953 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Savannah receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Savannah?

Savannah has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Savannah?

The job market in Savannah is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Savannah?

The median home value in Savannah is $143,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,346. For renters, the median monthly rent is $835. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Savannah?

Schools in Savannah score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.8% of adults in Savannah hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Savannah?

The obesity rate in Savannah is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 24.7% are physically inactive. 25.5% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Savannah?

The average commute in Savannah is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Savannah?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Savannah is 96.8% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

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